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Three Ways to Show Employees Appreciation and Improve Retention Rates

by Pamela A. Scott | Jul 19, 2022
Careers | Human Resources | Organization Culture | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

If employees feel unappreciated, they might have one foot out the door.

Women in Construction Note Positive Changes, Lingering Problems in the Industry

by Lori J. Drake | Jul 11, 2022
Careers | Diversity | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

The future is bright for women in construction, but growth depends on careful action and strong leadership.

Construction Leaders Make a Greater Company Impact Than Managers

by Martin C. McCarthy | Jul 11, 2022
Business | Careers | Human Resources | Leadership | Organization Culture | Workforce

Managers can positively impact an organization, but true leaders can take companies to a higher level.

The ‘Why’ and ‘How’ of Diverse Suppliers in Construction

by Paula Finch | Jul 6, 2022
Diversity | Workforce

“Supplier diversity” means a chance for success by providing a catalyst to build new relationships.

Mentorship Helps Pave the Way for Women in Construction

by Kerri Good | Jul 5, 2022
Organization Culture | Training | Workforce

Mentorships help women entering the industry build their skills and confidence—critical to success in a male-dominated field.

Bridging the Recognition Gap

by Rachel E. Pelovitz | Jun 28, 2022
Culture | Organization Culture

A LEGO IDEAS fan design highlights the contributions of engineering and construction.

Hurdles and Hidden Opportunities for Women in Construction Tech

by Marge Hart | Jun 21, 2022
Careers | Diversity | Recruitment | Retention | Technology

The challenges holding women back from careers in AEC are compounded in construction tech.

Plugged In

by Rachel E. Pelovitz | Jun 8, 2022
Careers | Culture | Departments | Diversity | Technology | Workforce

Three leading contech executives discuss being a woman in construction technology, what they’ve accomplished—and what’s still left to get done.
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