Hidden Costs

By Mike Merrill Construction leaders think they know their business like the back of their hand. But research shows that millions of dollars slip through...

Selling Strategy: An Efficient and Simple Way to Dispose of Used...

Every seller wants to get a great return on their heavy equipment investment. To do so, it’s important for owners to understand why and...

Renting Wheel Loaders Makes Good Business Sense

Whether you’ve won a bid for a short-term project that may not justify the purchase of a wheel loader, or you’ve exhausted your annual...

Jobsite Mistakes

Turning errors into coachable moments By Chris Galloway I didn’t fail the test, I just found 100 ways to do it wrong.” Benjamin Franklin famously said...

Managing Risk

As the year draws to a close, a look back at the commercial construction industry’s achievements and milestones are discussed by Jim Albi, assistant...

Infrastructure Investment

Last year, lawmakers in Washington passed a massive $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure plan which represents the most significant investment in highways, ports, and other...

What the Heck is an MRO

Most companies are aggressively searching for ways to reduce their costs to compete in this tight market. Three letters, MRO, can spell considerable savings...

A Debt to be Paid: Employing our Veterans: Part 2

What has four decades as an employer taught me about hiring and managing veterans? That it’s the smartest move I can make in terms...

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...
Confidence

Confidence Compounds

One of the most significant leadership skills you need to develop is your confidence. It is an essential core leadership competency. Confidence allows you...