Fresh Perspective
Over the years, I have noticed that new employees are a lot like fresh bread, the day they start, they seem to be very...
The Need for Strong Internal Financial Controls
In the American marketplace, there are few, if any, industries with as many moving parts as construction. No one knows that better than contractors,...
Maximizing Profitability
Proactive cost management is the key to staying ahead of the competition and achieving long-term success in the construction industry; however, it can be...
Insurance Needs
To be successful, construction companies need to be prepared and protected for any potential work-related injuries. One of the most critical components of this...
40 Ways To Reduce Time Spent
If you manage your construction projects with traditional methods like Excel and email, you likely experience frequent bottlenecks, miscommunication, overdue documentation, and cost overruns....
Changing the Process of Communicating Change Part 1 of 2
Change is defined as a shift from one way of doing things to a different way of doing things. It can be incremental or...
Don’t Let ‘Em Go: Part 2 of 2
In part one of this article, the cost of a departing employee, the cost of turnover, and what can be done to improve retention...
Solution to Reduce Construction Risk
Three quarters of building owners and contractors have experienced a dispute or claim in the last 3 years, and nine in ten say increased...
Stick to the Plan
It’s time to stand up for what’s right. As a contractor, you’re required to build per your contract—no more and no less. But often...
Debunking Myths of Cold-Weather Concreting
As temperatures drop, concrete contractors face a familiar dilemma: press on through winter or pause production until spring. Cold weather has long carried a...