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The Best Candidates for the Job

by Lauren Pinch | Jun 5, 2019
Careers | Leadership | Training | Workforce

Stephanie Maderazzo, a standout construction businesswoman, discusses the importance of leadership and mentorship, as well as the trust and respect required to build a family-oriented culture where all voices are valued.

Bringing Workforce Development to Life

by Maggie Murphy | Jun 5, 2019
Careers | Total Human Health | Training | Workforce

The construction labor shortage statistics are sobering, but new data shows how Associated Builders and Contractors is working to stem the tide—in other words, to get new people into the industry, provide education, and guide them toward a job and a dream.

How to Spot Human Trafficking in the Construction Industry

Construction companies can identify possible labor trafficking and modern-day slavery by understanding points of vulnerability, including recruitment, H2-2B visas, and subcontracting and small-scale businesses.

Find the Correlation Between Company Culture and Profitability

Most construction companies are pretty average, but average is not a retention strategy. Creating a great culture might be the best profit strategy.

Attract, Retain and Lead a Multi-Generational Workforce

Contractors should continuously communicate and reinforce the value of working for their company. Construction companies that are known and respected for putting employees first will be more likely to attract and retain a qualified workforce.

Construction Employment News: May 2019

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

The Cost of a Drug-free Workplace Program—and the Expensive Risk of Forgoing One

by Brandon Coffee | May 22, 2019
Business | Careers | Human Resources | Organization Culture

Employers can improve the lives of employees and protect their assets by creating a drug-free workplace program. A well-defined program is more cost-effective than treating substance abuse problems on a case-by-case basis.

Survey Finds Tough Labor Market Top-of-Mind for Busy Georgia Contractors

The overall health of the construction industry in Georgia appears to be strong. Record levels of backlog will help see the strong performance carry on through 2019.

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Find the Correlation Between Company Culture and Profitability

Attract, Retain and Lead a Multi-Generational Workforce

Construction Employment News: May 2019

The Cost of a Drug-free Workplace Program—and the Expensive Risk of Forgoing One

Survey Finds Tough Labor Market Top-of-Mind for Busy Georgia Contractors

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