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Leadership and Craftsmanship at Their Finest

by Joanna Masterson | May 30, 2018
Total Human Health | Training | Workforce

Each year, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) selects one Craft Professional of the Year, but the reality is that field leaders devoted to safety, training and quality craftsmanship are present on jobsites all across the country.

Create a Culture of Employee Engagement

Employee engagement can be ambiguous and tough for employers to fully grasp. By knowing what engaged employees look like, why they matter and how to get them, contractors can have a competitive edge when it comes to recruiting and retention.

Three Strategies for Building Products Manufacturers to Address the Workforce Shortage

In a time where builders have fewer skilled workers but more work, it’s important for building products manufacturers to be on the lookout for anything that can save contractors time and grow vocational interest in the construction trades.

Custom Mobile Apps Save Time and Money

by Russ Taylor | May 17, 2018
Technology | Training

Developing a custom app is a growing trend within the construction industry as contractors take the necessary strides to embrace technology—driving their company in a positive, future-minded direction.

Rethinking the Path to Education

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.

Three Areas Most Impacted by the Skills Shortage

Productivity, employee satisfaction and turnover are most commonly impacted by the labor shortage. Here's how business owners can avoid negative effects on their operations and employees.

Construction Workers Work Longer Hours Due to the Skilled Labor Shortage

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

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.

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Custom Mobile Apps Save Time and Money

Rethinking the Path to Education

Three Areas Most Impacted by the Skills Shortage

Construction Workers Work Longer Hours Due to the Skilled Labor Shortage

Onboarding’s Effect on Employee Engagement

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