This can be an especially frustrating and worrisome time for job seekers. Massive unemployment resulting from the coronavirus pandemic reflects decline and uncertainty in...

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Several years ago, we were the general contractor on a 70,000-square-foot concrete tilt-up office and manufacturing building for a major company. The project superintendent,...

Paul and Sara were attending a luncheon that brought together colleagues from their office as well as recently retired colleagues. Sara commented to Paul...

Most business owners understand that retaining skilled employees is a priority in today’s competitive market. Hiring and onboarding new people can cost your company...

The construction industry continues to be buffeted by challenges, both longstanding and developing. Many builders are still struggling to find enough skilled labor, with...

With the recent building boom in cities like Orlando, New York, and San Diego, the demand for reliable crane operators and equipment is on...

As the skills gap widens, industries requiring skilled professionals are placing additional emphasis on credentials. This is particularly evident in the construction industry, where...

Many government contractors probably feel that whenever they turn around the Executive Order or Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) is handing them...

Many people dream of being a chief executive officer (CEO), and for good reason. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual...