From Straight A’s to Skilled Trades: Jacob Brooks Finds Success on His Own Terms
From the beginning, Jacob Brooks was destined for success. In high school, he earned straight As and piled up academic scholarships. Everyone around him assumed he was destined to...
The Hidden Risks of Promoting Unprepared Leaders in Construction
In a merit-based industry such as construction, it’s common for employers to promote members of their crew to higher levels based on excellent performance. It’s not unusual to see...
Tips for Building an Effective Construction Foreman Training Program
For the construction industry to meet the rigorous demands of today’s project schedules, it’s imperative to have a knowledgeable and efficient workforce. Standardized training programs for foremen help create...
How to Implement Lean Principles on Your Construction Team
Have you ever thought you could better utilize the resources in your construction company? There are many ways to reduce waste, improve the use of materials and optimize the...
How to Train Construction Workers on New Technology
Technology is critical for the future of the construction industry. With the surge in demand for construction work, already short-staffed companies need a solution for keeping up to speed....
The Greater Impact of the Construction Labor Shortage Examined
As the labor shortage continues, construction companies and clients struggle to find qualified contractors. Here are the far-reaching effects of the labor shortage.
ABC Names the 2023 Craft Professional of the Year
ORLANDO, Florida, March 16 — Associated Builders and Contractors announced Jared Foster, senior general superintendent at Gaylor Electric, Noblesville, Indiana, is the 2023 Craft Professional of the Year. Foster...
Tools to Improve Your Construction Business Stability and Longevity
If you are the owner of a construction business, you see first-hand how the industry is booming. Many cities across the country are experiencing tremendous growth, and we need...
Humility in the Workplace
Humility is often depicted as a virtue, sometimes a spiritual virtue, and it’s interesting to me that so much has been written in the last several years about the...
The Best Summer Safety Tips for a Construction Crew
Summer is the most dangerous season for construction workers. Other months have their own challenges, but nothing compares to working outside in the blistering heat. Along with the standard...