Are you a good listener? It’s a skill many think they’ve already mastered. After all, listening seems simple— you just stay quiet and let the other person talk, right?
That’s what I thought for years until I realized I wasn’t truly listening. I was just listening to respond, rather than listening to understand.
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In the construction industry, countless factors are beyond your control— from supply chain disruptions to unpredictable weather. Among these challenges, the growing labor shortage stands out as one of the most pressing issues facing construction companies today.
With many experienced tradespeople nearing retirement, the workforce is shrinking. What can a company do in this situation? Throw in the towel? Not a chance.
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Construction sites can be intense environments. The work is highly technical, physically demanding, and even dangerous at times. When combined with tight deadlines and complex projects, the atmosphere can quickly become stressful.
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Think back to the last time you were on a construction site where everything just clicked. Tasks were completed smoothly, deadlines were easily met, and the team operated like a well-oiled machine. That driving force you felt? It was momentum, propelling the project forward and bringing out the best in everyone involved.
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Let’s imagine a scenario: you’re on the jobsite, the sun is beating down, and you’re pushing hard to stay on track. Suddenly, the project manager arrives for their weekly visit.
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Are you struggling to get noticed by new clients or business partners? Do you find yourself losing out on jobs to other companies in your field? Your craftsmanship is excellent, but in the competitive world of construction, how do you stand out from the crowd?
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Blogging has come a long way since its inception in the mid-90’s. Once resembling online journals, blogs have become powerful marketing tools across various professional industries.
Today, blogging is an invaluable asset for promoting your business. Although it might not be the first marketing strategy that comes to mind, the benefits of blogging for your construction business provide compelling reasons to add this tool to your website.
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Finding the balance between integrity and profits can be challenging while running a business. As the owner and CEO of a successful drywall company, I’ve faced tough decisions. Recently, someone suggested I cut costs by paying my subcontractors less and using cheaper materials. It’s not the first time I’ve heard this, but I always come back to the same answer: no.
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In the construction industry, our tools are crucial for getting the job done. While technology was once considered unnecessary, some companies now recognize it as an invaluable tool. But, there’s still a considerable way to go as the construction industry remains hesitant to fully adopt technology.
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Large-scale construction projects are complex endeavors. They require extensive planning and coordination to turn a set of plans into a physical structure. Just like a symphony, everyone must synchronize their efforts to achieve success.
We’ve all heard of construction projects that have gone awry, with delays stretching for months or even years and budgets spiraling out of control. Take, for instance, the Denver International Airport, which exceeded its budget by $3 billion.1 This is an extreme example, but it’s not uncommon for projects to encounter inefficiencies and budget overruns, leaving them seemingly never-ending.
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