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Home » Topic » Workforce » Leadership

Rethinking the Path to Education

by Mike Glavin | May 10, 2018
Careers | Education | Leadership | Legislation | Total Human Health | Training | Workforce

The nation’s education policy and those administering it are in desperate need of reform if the country is to be put on more reliable footing—and it is up to the business community to be the leaders of that change.

Cultivate Strategic Thinking in Construction

by Jeremiah Hayes | Apr 27, 2018
Business | Business Development | Leadership

Today’s change strategies must incorporate constant adaptation and continuous creativity guided by a clear vision for the future of the organization if they are to succeed. If this transition is to occur, members at all levels of the organization must adopt strategic thinking as a core competency.

Six Ways to Focus on the Future Today

by Sarah Skidmore | Apr 23, 2018
Business | Business Development | Leadership

If we know one thing about the future, it is that the future is coming and there is no way to stop time. Applying a future focus to present day practices aids leaders in not only surviving in the future, but thriving. Leaders play an important role in encouraging a future focus today.

Celebrate Safe Choices at Your Company May 7-11

by Craig Atkinson | Apr 17, 2018
Business | Culture | Leadership | Organization Culture | Safety | Total Human Health | Wellness

This year’s Construction Safety Week focuses on the power of safe choices—both small and large—and their impact on the industry, community and each other.

Create a Female-Friendly Culture in Construction

by Annalisa Enrile, Oliver Ritchie | Apr 10, 2018
Human Resources | Leadership | Organization Culture | Training | Workforce

With the rise of technology, the change in mindset and a new generation of leadership, the role of women in construction will not just change—the numbers of women in construction are sure to grow.

Case Study: Three Steps to a Successful ESOP Transition

by Hannah Ginley | Apr 2, 2018
Business | Human Resources | Leadership | Organization Culture

Here are a few tips from Massachusetts-based Windover Construction on implementing an effective ESOP conversion.

Tackling a Turnaround

by Lauren Pinch | Apr 2, 2018
Careers | Culture | Leadership | Workforce

Justin Baker, executive vice president of Gaylor Electric, Mooresville, N.C., has quite a few accomplishments under his belt for man who hasn’t even hit the age of 40.

Create a Habit of Proactive Decision-Making

by Quip Turner | Mar 12, 2018
Business | Business Development | Culture | Leadership | Organization Culture

When contractors feel the need to put off a decision and handle the fires, they should commit to simply making one proactive decision per day.
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