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Five Ways to Successfully Lead a Multigenerational Workforce

In today’s workplace there are five generations with unique viewpoints on work ethic, communication and leadership—including a diverse collection of opinions and skillsets that can help businesses set themselves apart and be more innovative than competitors.

Focus on the Employee Experience to Beat the Talent Shortage

Companies that focus on retention by investing in optimizing their current talent, working to improve employee experience and only hiring when necessary are much more competitive in the war on talent.

Meet Steven Sattler: 2019 ABC Young Professional of the Year Finalist

by Maggie Murphy | Jul 26, 2019
Careers | Workforce | Young Professionals

West Point graduate Steven Sattler grew up on a Michigan dairy farm, where he witnessed firsthand mad cow disease wiping out the entire farm. That eye-opener made him realize that he wanted to find a viable plan and a sustainable future career path. When he got out of the Army, construction seemed like a good fit.

Help Employees Develop Skills Necessary for Succession Planning

How can owners make their companies as strong, or stronger, without them in it? Achieving that goal may require looking for external help to identify the gaps in the talent make-up and investing substantially in improving skills.

Construction Employment News: July 2019

Here’s a look at employment moves that occurred in the construction industry this month.

May Construction Unemployment Rates Down in 46 States Year-Over-Year, Says ABC

In May, estimated not seasonally adjusted construction unemployment rates fell nationally and in 46 states on a year-over-year basis. Three states (Michigan, South Dakota and Vermont) had no change, while only Hawaii increased, rising from 5% in May 2018 to 5.2% in the most recent report.

Steps for a Successful First Week in a New Job

Success in any role requires working hard and communicating effectively every day, but the first week in a new job is a great time to establish good routines and build strong working relationships.

Keep Employees Happy and Safe on the Jobsite With Innovative Technology

by Cristi Waterson | Jul 13, 2019
Careers | Organization Culture | Workforce

Today's technological innovations allow workers to enjoy some of the safest worksites in history. Here are a few of those innovations.

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Five Ways to Successfully Lead a Multigenerational Workforce

Focus on the Employee Experience to Beat the Talent Shortage

Meet Steven Sattler: 2019 ABC Young Professional of the Year Finalist

Help Employees Develop Skills Necessary for Succession Planning

Construction Employment News: July 2019

May Construction Unemployment Rates Down in 46 States Year-Over-Year, Says ABC

Steps for a Successful First Week in a New Job

Keep Employees Happy and Safe on the Jobsite With Innovative Technology

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