Employers

Active Listening: The Secret to Better Hiring

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As the world adjusts to post-pandemic life, more managers are re-vamping the way their company operates. If you are just like these leaders, looking for ways to improve or even re-build your processes, you may want to begin with your hiring routine. If you’re used to skimming resumes and saying yes to anyone that checks… Read More »

5 Reasons Why Cross-Training Your Workers will Lead to Higher Productivity

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Take advantage of your skilled workers by coaching them into a higher level of performance. Today we’re talking about the top five benefits of cross-training, the practice of identifying critical processes within your organization and making sure your entire team can execute them. 1. Better Teamwork The ability to collaborate is essential for a crew,… Read More »

8 Skills to Look For In A Plumber

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Are you a construction manager looking for new trades? Recruiting for a new construction project means hiring an effective team you can count on. As you build your “roster,” here are 8 skills you should seek as you recruit a plumber. 1. OSHA Awareness Navigating a complicated list of safety guidelines will come naturally to… Read More »

How A Staffing Agency Can Save You Time On Your Next Construction Project

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While we have seen massive changes in the workforce after 2020, staffing agencies have continued to recruit. Despite slowdowns and shutdowns, a top temporary staffing service like CCS Construction staffing does not skip a beat. If you are responsible for construction hiring, here’s exactly why you need to team up with a staffing agency to… Read More »

5 Reasons to Prioritize Workplace Diversity

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Diversity is a loaded buzzword these days, but what does it mean to your organization? How can you encourage diversity with a sincere effort? If you’re a construction manager wondering what this means for you and your team, check out our top five tips on why you should prioritize workplace diversity below: 1. New Perspectives… Read More »

Are You a Leader or a Boss?

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Are you truly ready to manage a team? If you have experience being the boss, that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll be a good leader. Let’s talk about the difference between being a leader and being a boss, which is more effective and determining which one you are. Leadership Styles Your approach is everything, especially considering… Read More »

10 Ways to Save Construction Costs at Work

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1) Material Cost Create a spreadsheet where you can track the item and price per quantity. This will make it easy to remember how much of each material you need. Additionally, you can compare prices all in one document to see which supplier will be the right choice. This can be extra helpful if you’re… Read More »

Use These 6 Apps to Track the Productivity of Your Construction Workers

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Are you feeling the burden of the pandemic as a manager? One of the primary ways you can feel this is in the productivity of your team. These days, your employees will really benefit from accountability to stay focused on their tasks. Here are our top seven productivity apps to help monitor your team for… Read More »

Interview Questions to Ask to Find the Right Supervisor

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Identifying a great manager when you’re hiring is no easy task. Bringing in a new recruit to manage your team requires careful balance and review of an applicant’s credentials. Your interview is the best time to assess how strong a candidate’s leadership skills are. These are the top three most important questions that employers should… Read More »

5 Best Staffing Practices for 2021

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After a rough 2020, we’ve learned to adapt the hiring process. There are new hiring techniques, new interviewing processes, and changes in onboarding and day-to-day work. We’re here to talk about the best staffing practices for 2021. 1) Rethink the Resume If you’re truly looking for the best candidate for the job, you need to… Read More »