Anticipating and Managing Challenges in the Construction Industry
By many measures, the construction industry is doing exceedingly well. In large part, this is thanks to a strong national economy that has continued to [...]
With a Skilled Labor Shortage, How Can You Attract the Best?
Even if you are not experiencing it yourself, by now you are probably well aware that the construction industry is facing a skilled labor shortage. [...]
Should the Construction Industry Be Worried About a Recession?
There have been a growing number of whispers across the country about a potential recession in the next couple of years. Fueling this concern is [...]
How Should Construction Apprentice Programs Be Regulated?
There is some debate as to whether the Department of Labor should exempt the construction industry from a particular provision included in a new apprenticeship [...]
Hiring Issues Surrounding Undocumented Labor
The construction industry is not the only one in this country who relies heavily on the time and energy of undocumented workers. This is also [...]
Is It Time for Your Construction Company to Rebrand?
It is not uncommon for construction industries to consider revising their name and image after a few years in business. Many times, this is because [...]
Substance Abuse in Construction: What You Can Do
A study by New York University recently found that, of all industries, construction is the most likely to see abuse of drugs like prescription opioids [...]
Is the Construction Industry Doing Enough to Retain Women?
Construction is an industry that is predominantly represented by men. It is perhaps for this reason that many companies are way behind the times when [...]
Do Not Let a Construction Violation Derail Your Business
Recently, New York City cracked down on construction sites – hard – and slapped a huge number of companies with violations for not adhering to safety ordinances. [...]
Would 4-Day Workweeks Hurt or Help Companies?
You may have recently read in the news that Finland’s Prime Minister is considering a four-day workweek, with six-hour workdays for citizens. This idea is [...]