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Focus on the Employee Experience to Beat the Talent Shortage

Companies that focus on retention by investing in optimizing their current talent, working to improve employee experience and only hiring when necessary are much more competitive in the war on talent.

Create a Successful Distracted Driving Prevention Program

The negative societal impacts of distracted driving are widespread. It is not acceptable for commercial businesses to contribute to hazardous roadways when there are so many affordable and effective tools available.

Bridging the Gap Between Old and New Schools of Construction

By embracing the strengths and weaknesses of all generations working in construction, construction companies can ensure they have the adequate skilled manpower to lead construction projects successfully.

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.

Workforce Development and Access to Workers Remain Critical Priorities for the Construction Industry

by Brad Mannion | Jun 4, 2019
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Training

By prioritizing policies that strengthen workforce development initiatives, the Trump administration, in its first two years, has created a favorable landscape for the construction industry to educate its workers, introduce new people to the industry and contribute to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Recruiting Alone Won’t Overcome the Construction Industry’s Biggest Challenge

by Jon Fingland | May 30, 2019
Human Resources | Technology | Training

Exposing younger generations to construction technology and educating them on the professional, financial and personal merits of working in construction will help curb the labor shortage.

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.

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Recruiting Alone Won’t Overcome the Construction Industry’s Biggest Challenge

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