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The Most Common Safety Accidents – And How to Avoid Them

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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… Read More »

5 Signs of a Burned Out Employee

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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… Read More »

“Oh, S%&!” How to Handle a Screw up at Work

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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… Read More »

Reducing Turnover With Young Employees

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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… Read More »

What to Look for in Project Manager

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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… Read More »

Finding the Motivation to Get Back to Work After an Absence

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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… Read More »

How to Stay on Schedule and Avoid Common Construction Delays

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The construction industry is full of unexpected twists and turns. It’s a dangerous business that can be held up by the smallest inconveniences. It takes a tough manager to keep the ball rolling in the face of tricky weather conditions, employee turnover, and budget cuts. As a professional, it can be difficult to stay on… Read More »

Why Your Interview Starts the Night Before

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Any experienced construction worker knows that often interviews can be informal — but that doesn’t mean they’re not important. Don’t make the mistake other candidates will by not doing your research. If you are nervous to meet with the hiring manager and you’re not sure what to expect, you’re not alone. This happens to everyone… Read More »

Why its Time to Incorporate Wellness into Your Company Culture

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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… Read More »

Are You an Overworked Manager?

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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… Read More »