team conflict

Opportunity for the Right Course of Action

Every human being experiences conflict. It is a factor of human interaction. Therefore, it is impossible to get multiple people together, in a team,...

Paper Trail

The five truths of building construction projects are:  Every set of plans is not perfect.Every project finishes over budget.Every project completed is behind schedule.The contractor...

Crucial Role

More than ever, concrete employers are looking for certified concrete professionals. With certification programs from the American Concrete Institute (ACI), contractors, craftsmen, technicians, inspectors,...

4 Keys to Financial Management

Buoyed by an infusion of cash that is set to come into the construction industry from key pieces of legislation—including the Creating Helpful Incentives...

Fighting Discrimination

Renee Conner knows what it means to be a woman in construction. As a kid, she went out to sites with her father and,...

The True Cost of an Employee

In the construction industry, speed is of the essence. The faster you and your crew can successfully complete a job, the happier your clients,...

Construction Equipment Rental or Purchase: How to Decide What’s Best for...

By Amanda Wilson The decision to rent, lease, or buy construction equipment can often be overwhelming. Smaller construction companies can be left behind in the...

The Great Resignation

By Karl Feldman COVID-19 pandemic has no doubt fundamentally changed the economy, including the AEC industry. One of the greatest impacts has been on employment....

Successful Recruiting

By Christine Corelli There is much to learn from those who lead the U.S. Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard when it comes...
workplace temper tantrum

Can You Recover from a Temper Tantrum?

Joan storms out of the office. The door slams. And everything comes to a screeching halt. The meeting has barely begun. Now, it’s over. Today...