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A State by State Look at the Construction Labor Shortage

by Issi Romem | Oct 4, 2018
Careers | Economy | Human Resources | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

A recent study explored the severity of the construction labor shortage across the states, and traced it back to the loss of young construction workers during the housing bust.

The Truth About Millennials in the Workplace

by Simone Brown | Oct 2, 2018
Careers | Human Resources | Leadership | Organization Culture | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

By focusing on growth, good people and transparency, companies create psychological safety for employees and are more likely to motivate, engage and retain millennials.

Ways to Communicate With and Understand Generation Z

by Chris Lennon | Sep 27, 2018
Careers | Leadership | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

Generation Z employees are fast learners and willing to invest time and effort in firms that are willing to invest in their professional development. With clear communication and career paths, contractors can recruit and retain these hard workers.

Construction Employment News: September 2018

by Construction Executive | Sep 24, 2018
Careers | Leadership | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

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

Five Questions to Ask Before Firing an Employee

by Laura Buckler | Sep 17, 2018
Careers | Human Resources | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

No matter how hard a business owner tries to keep all employees and help them progress, sometimes firing someone is necessary. Such decisions shouldn’t be taken lightly, so the following questions will help the employer to take all needed preparations.

Why Construction Companies Need to Hire Women

by Arthur Langer | Sep 7, 2018
Careers | Diversity | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

Women just might save the day for the struggling construction industry. Here’s how.

Three Reasons Construction Needs Interns in the Field

by Jace Henry | Sep 6, 2018
Careers | Human Resources | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

Many contractors offer internship programs for college-level students and see a great return, but are the company and the intern getting the most out of the summer?

Educate Workers About Employee Assistance Programs to Address Behavioral Health

by Cal Beyer | Aug 30, 2018
Careers | Human Resources | Organization Culture | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

An employee assistance program is an important component of creating a caring environment, which is vital to developing a healthy safety culture.
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