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Steps to Attract Young People to the Construction Industry

The younger generation will advance the construction industry once baby boomers retire. Once young people grasp the construction industry's reality and opportunities, more will venture in and make it an even more-productive sector.

Recruit Gen Z to Fill the Skilled Labor Shortage

The construction industry will need Gen Z to fill the workforce gap. Luckily, construction checks off many of the requirements this generation is looking for in a career.

Employee Engagement as an Intentional Strategy

Engaged employees feel passionate about their jobs, are committed to the organization and put discretionary effort into their work. By comparison, disengaged employees generate unexpected costs and unwelcome turmoil.

Construction Employment News: November 2020

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

Generational Challenges and Opportunities in Addressing Mental Health and Suicide Prevention

Employers who can leverage the strengths of various generations, while successfully navigating the differences, will reap the rewards by making the multigenerational workplace culture a source of competitive advantage.

Improve the Bottom Line With an Employee Mentorship Program

In today’s market, companies must take every opportunity to remain competitive—so there has never been a better time for construction companies to re-evaluate their employee recruiting and retention practices.

Construction Employment News: October 2020

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

Don’t Overlook Available Candidates: Unemployed Doesn’t Mean Unqualified

Rather than eliminating someone based on their current employment status, hiring managers should meet with the candidate; discuss their status, background and motivations; and then trust their own experience and intuition to determine if that person is the right fit.

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Steps to Attract Young People to the Construction Industry

Recruit Gen Z to Fill the Skilled Labor Shortage

Employee Engagement as an Intentional Strategy

Construction Employment News: November 2020

Generational Challenges and Opportunities in Addressing Mental Health and Suicide Prevention

Improve the Bottom Line With an Employee Mentorship Program

Construction Employment News: October 2020

Don’t Overlook Available Candidates: Unemployed Doesn’t Mean Unqualified

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