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Can I Get a Construction Job Without Experience?
It’s not uncommon for a job site to have varying levels of experience. Some workers have been in the industry for decades, while others are just starting out. Each job you have performed in the past will have similarities and differences, even if the industries are completely different. Regardless, the construction industry is experiencing an…
Read MoreBest Ways to Eliminate Payroll Headaches
The surge in growth for the construction industry has brought with it many incredible successes, as well as unpredictable challenges. Staffing is one that falls into both categories. The job growth has made room for more skilled laborers and talented craftsmen to contribute to the team, but along with this comes many headaches due to…
Read MoreReasons Why Your Good Workers are Leaving
When you start a new construction project, your reputation is on the line. You don’t start looking to hire mediocre employees; you want the best. However, in the middle of an important building project, losing a good worker can be a serious challenge, a roadblock to completing the job on time. Losing good employees will…
Read MoreIs it Time to Grow Your Small Construction Business?
Do you have construction projects lined up for the rest of the year? Do you have loyal clients who contract your small construction firm over and over again? Are your profits higher than ever, and your turnover the lowest it’s been in years? It might be time to consider growing your small construction business. Congratulations!…
Read MoreConstruction Project Manager: What You Need to Make a Great Salary
Construction project managers are some of the highest-paid professionals in the construction industry. Your ability to manage people and projects can serious impact the success of any construction company. That’s why good construction project managers are highly sought after; they bring in-depth knowledge of the construction industry, along with the ability to lead firmly and fairly and…
Read MoreDocumenting Injuries Under OSHA’s Temporary Worker Initiative (TWI)
When a company hires a contract employee or temporary worker through a staffing firm, there is a situation of joint responsibility. Both the recruitment agency and the host business are considered joint employers. This can make for some complicated and cloudy procedures when it comes to documentation about injuries and illness on the job. Since…
Read MoreWhy Having Fun at Work is Good for Business
Happy employees are workers who produce. Period. We could actually end this blog now and the main idea would still be lodged firmly in your mind – if you want an increase in business, you’ve got to focus on job satisfaction. Having fun at work is one of the leading ways to improve morale, increase…
Read More3 Annoying Co-Workers and Tips to Tolerate Them
Whether it’s the HVAC tech who incessantly talks about family drama or the equipment operator who steals food from the company fridge, we’ve all dealt with co-workers who drive us up the wall. Of course, colleagues who drive you crazy also pose a problem: How do you deal with them without becoming a total jerk…
Read MoreConstruction Industry Targets Ex-Military for Management Roles
Veterans once helped defend the U.S., and now that they are back home, they can help build it. Many construction companies are reaching out and recruiting military members specifically for management positions. Financial cuts in the defense budget have resulted in a significant amount of ex-service personnel now entering the civilian job market. Management skills…
Read More4 Ways to Improve Employee Development Plans
Employee development is critical to business growth, especially in the construction industry. Creating a strategy to provide your employees with opportunities and clear direction on how to increase their skills will not only advance their careers; it will also advance your business. With more experience and training in their toolboxes, your skilled laborers and construction…
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