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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.

How to Comply With Pay Equity Laws

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

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.

How Smart Construction Companies Use Social Media to Find Job Candidates

Most people today know that social media can be a powerful tool to generate new business, but not many realize that it also can be used connect with potential job candidates. Here's how to find new hires using Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

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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

How to Comply With Pay Equity Laws

Recruit and Retain Women in the Workforce

How Smart Construction Companies Use Social Media to Find Job Candidates

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