Safety

The night shift has some advantages but it also brings some challenges. If it’s your first time working a late shift, take every opportunity to ready yourself for this change. A new work schedule will be no trouble if you take a few extra steps to make it through. Here are some tips to help…

Turnover. Low performance. Missed deadlines. The cost of a disengaged boss reaches far and deep. Engagement is key to motivating workers, especially in a high-risk industry where every mistake matters. Today we’ll show you how to spot a bad supervisor and how to address it. They Make Mistakes A disconnected, out-of-the-loop boss will often make…

Construction work is a dangerous business. Even the smallest mistakes can generate disastrous outcomes. This post will look at common safety slip-ups and make sure they don’t happen on your worksite. Slipping, Tripping, and Falling The most prevalent workplace accident falls into this category: slips, trips, and falls. It’s important to be proactive to avoid…

Some parts of your job are great, some less than exciting. When you feel that balance slipping and you’re overwhelmed with responsibility, that’s the feeling of burnout. A pattern of debilitating tension that surpasses daily stresses is known as burnout. Here are five ways you can spot if an employee is experiencing it. 1) Irritation…

Even the best of us can make a mistake while on the job. Whether it’s a missed email or an inaccurate purchase order, the stakes can be higher than you’d expect. If you’re kicking yourself and struggling to rectify a professional error, we’re here to help you handle the screw up in the best way…

The hard-working construction industry conquers many obstacles, but one of the biggest issues facing managers is employee turnover. Young laborers are leaving their post and even the industry at a troubling rate. This is problematic because thousands of baby boomers are retiring without replacements, and talent becomes scarce quickly. We’re here to help you reduce…

Establishing a strong team starts at the top – a quality project manager can inspire staff to victory as well as conquer any obstacles. How do you know you’ve got a great project manager on your team? There are valuable skills project managers need in order to be successful. Here are some key characteristics that…

The season of scares and thrills is upon us, and many people love a good spooky moment. As Halloween draws closer, however, you don’t want to experience anything scary while on the job. One of the scariest moments on the job is when your people flake. You lose time and money all at once, and…

The workplace is dynamic: multiple assignments; big personalities; and changing roles. Whether you’re behind a desk or out on a job, it can be challenging to ensure your employees are all motivated and working in harmony. Some managers have to combat tense environments and personal disputes even under the best circumstances. Here are three tips…

Whether it was summer vacation, a layoff or an extended break – getting back to work can be challenging. Motivation is key to productivity, and you don’t want to let your team down. When your staff is relying on you to hop back in and excel, the pressure builds. Here are our top tips on…