Envisioning the completion of a construction or renovation project can be challenging, but science and technology could be changing things. 3D content and augmented reality for home renovations is being tested by Lowe’s. Part of the plan has the retailer working with a team of science fiction writers who are developing Lowe’s Innovation…(Read More)
Lengthy legal wranglings when things go wrong on jobsites can be draining, especially when insurance companies sit on the sidelines. “Unfortunately, insurance carriers often choose to wait while parties take their disputes through lengthy, expensive litigation, often adding yet more delays to the project,” writes construction attorneys and mediators Kenneth Gibbs and Barbara Reeves Neal…(Read More)
College grads with engineering or business majors are having an easier time finding work than their counterparts who majored in liberal arts. Only 2 percent of companies are hiring students who took the liberal arts path. But there is good news. “More than four in five human-resource managers cited communication skills as a top…(Read More)
Clarity on work orders, job descriptions, and timing is imperative as construction recruiters balance the needs of hiring managers and talent. Consider this list of questions that recruiting pros should be asking. Some are rudimentary, such as reporting structure and job location. The advanced list of questions, which includes managerial styles and the traits of…(Read More)
Building rapport and engaging with people—whether it’s in person or online—takes practice. Rapport is about getting people thinking, feeling, reacting and involved. For business professionals, rapport builds influence, relationships, and sales. Here are seven tips on how to get in sync with others and develop rapport: 1. Be approachable. In person, carry…(Read More)
It’s a balance of trying to save lives and keep the aesthetics of the glorious Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. The federal government has approved funding for a $66 million stainless-steel net system 20 feet below the sidewalk, according to a recent article in The New York Times. While the iconic bridge…(Read More)
Many construction companies are eager to hire young adults who are just launching their careers. But it seems millennials are apt to reject job offers, leaving employers scrambling for new talent. If you want to make an offer that newcomers to the workforce can’t resist, consider the four points provided by Anne Fisher, who…(Read More)
“Learning how to implement a strong receivables management program is crucial when it comes to getting paid, and getting paid on time,” says attorney Nate Budde, editorial director of The Lien & Credit Journal. “In the construction world, this means being aware of potential risk-shifting mechanisms in contracts, and knowing the ins and outs…(Read More)
Slowing down for the lazy, hazy days of summer? While others are complaining that business is tapering off and everyone is on vacation, use this time to recharge your battery and kick-start your success. Here are 20 things you can do this summer to prepare for a triumphant rest of the year. These small…(Read More)
Construction company contractors and their suppliers are the latest target of purchase order scams. Specifically, con artists are directing their efforts towards universities. “Using email as the primary method of communication, or in some cases a phone, the scammers will attempt to get a quote for products from a given vendor. Once the quote is…(Read More)
