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You’ve heard talk about millennials: they want things a certain way, they’re tech-immersed, they have different ideas about a work-life balance. In fact, research shows that millennials are like no generation before them; however, the same goes for baby boomers and generation X. A successful manager is ready to take on the challenge of leading individuals in…

Candidates for any job need to show professionalism and experience. You may be wondering; how can I stand out among the rest? If you’re seeking construction work, you’ve got to be willing to make tough calls and share some serious responsibility. As an employee in a competitive industry, you have to be prepare for intense…

It’s hard to deny that hiring in the construction industry has become increasingly difficult over the past few decades.  One way to attract potential employees is to focus on your company culture. Qualified workers are reluctant to overexert themselves for a company that doesn’t seem to care about their needs. Modern workers admit to feeling…

Managing work on a construction site can be overwhelming. Whether it’s the day to day emails or large scale building projects, you need to have your work in order. Staying organized is essential to getting everything done. Being able to coordinate tasks and delegate responsibility is essential to being a construction project manager. Here at…

If you find yourself dreading your job, feeling discouraged, or seeing physical and mental signs that something’s not right, you might be getting burned out. If you’re overworked, the symptoms can be anything from some forgetfulness to a serious physical attack. Below we’ve identified some telltale symptoms of burnout, and provided some quick fixes. It’s…

Optimism is a choice made each day. Any job search is tough, whether it’s in construction, clerical work, or even management. It’s an equalizer: Exhausting, frustrating, and time-consuming. As much as a difficult job hunt can be discouraging, it’s essential to stay focused and positive. We’ll show you how to boost your self-esteem and your…

Charlotte, North Carolina – February, 2017 – CCS Construction Staffing, a leading staffing agency in the construction industry is pleased to announce we have won Inavero’s Best of Staffing® Client Award for providing superior service to our clients. This is our third consecutive award since 2015. “We are pleased to know that our clients continue to believe in…

2017: Time for you to make the most of your leadership role, and your team’s potential! This is the year you maximize the best ideas your team has, and help to keep them driven and motivated. This requires a staff that is engaged in their work. Often, particularly after a holiday slump, it’s easy for…

Feeling overwhelmed with your workload? As a leader, one of your primary responsibilities is to delegate work. You may feel uneasy assigning tasks to others, but a strong boss knows when to let someone else step in. You’d much rather be on the site with your crew or reviewing the blueprints for an upcoming project…

Smoking: It’s unhealthy, dangerous and toxic to productivity. Help your staff squash this habit, especially while at work. Construction staff are more likely to smoke than white collar workers, so help your team by focusing on quitting methods targeted at their industry. Non-smokers are more efficient workers, and it’s possible to kick the addiction with planning and…