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Infuse Culture in the Employee Life Cycle to Improve Morale

by William Vanderbloemen | May 24, 2018
Culture | Human Resources | Organization Culture | Recruitment | Retention | Wellness | Workforce

When money, time and people are invested in culture, it will make all the difference for the company’s future—in more ways than just growth or numbers. It will create an irresistible workplace where people thrive and line up to get on board.

Construction Employment News: May 2018

by Construction Executive | May 22, 2018
Careers | Leadership | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

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

Decrease Worker Fatigue to Increase Productivity

by Michael Trufant | May 14, 2018
Human Resources | Recruitment | Retention | Wellness | Workforce

Don’t let fatigue cause construction delays, injuries, financial setbacks or even deaths for employees or others sharing jobsites. Everyone doing their part can result in safer, more productive projects—and, in turn, even more business.

Millennials and Technology Drive Social Responsibility Trends

by Oliver Ritchie, Annalisa Enrile | May 11, 2018
CSR | Culture | Organization Culture | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

A confluence of changes in social ecosystems are leading to a shift toward increased action on social issues by companies, including construction contractors.

Construction Workers Work Longer Hours Due to the Skilled Labor Shortage

by Danielle Higley | May 3, 2018
Business Development | Human Resources | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

Construction workers put in more hours per person in 2017 than in recent years, according to a recent survey from TSheets by QuickBooks.

Onboarding’s Effect on Employee Engagement

by Chris Lennon | Apr 26, 2018
Human Resources | Organization Culture | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

When done effectively, onboarding will increase engagement and reduce a company's overall hiring and recruiting costs. Retention problems will decrease dramatically if employees feel they are valued team members starting on their first day.

How to Comply With Pay Equity Laws

by Sami Barry | Apr 26, 2018
Diversity | Human Resources | Organization Culture | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

Many cities, states and individual organizations are developing laws, regulations, and processes to mitigate unfair pay policies and move toward closing the pay gap. Here's how construction business owners can comply with the new laws.

Recruit and Retain Women in the Workforce

by Sami Barry | Apr 24, 2018
Diversity | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

Construction businesses understand the positive attributes women can bring to the table. Following are best practices to help contractors successfully recruit and retain this valuable talent resource.
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