The construction industry is involved in every industry in the developed world. It’s a costly, risky, and technically demanding industry. It also requires the synchrony of many moving parts and people. Clearly, quality leadership is a must for construction to be successful. With so much of the world relying on the construction industry to perform… Read more »
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Improve Job Site Safety with These 4 Tips
The construction industry is inherently dangerous. Each year, workplace injuries and even fatalities in the construction industry are more than any other. Therefore, it’s no wonder that safety is a top priority for managers. Even though it’s a serious matter, it doesn’t have to be complicated. Craft a Plan Each job site is different, so… Read more »
3 Ways to Help Your Employees Minimize Stress at Work
The business world has become more demanding than ever, with workers having greater responsibilities and high levels of stress. When workers experience ongoing stress, it often leads to fatigue, anxiety, and even burnout. It’s no surprise that stress in the workplace negatively affects everything from employee health and morale to productivity. When stress begins… Read more »
When is it Time to Start Hiring?
When it comes to hiring, timing is everything. Hiring too soon or too late for your company’s needs can cause a variety of issues. From cash flow to productivity and even low morale, the timing of your hiring makes an impact. So, when is it the right time to hire? Customer Service is Slipping One… Read more »
5 Ways to Better Utilize a Staffing Service
Almost any business or hiring manager has, at one point, faced the dilemma of having open positions at the company without a good pool of qualified talent. This can be extremely frustrating and also costly to the company if open positions are slowing productivity. Thankfully, a staffing agency can be a helpful partner to solve… Read more »
Put an End to Employee Attrition This Year
While every industry experiences unique turnover rates, every industry experiences employee attrition. As a manager, it’s important to reduce employee attrition for a variety of reasons. From costs associated with hiring and training new employees to company morale, strategically reducing employee attrition will have a positive impact on the entire company. To minimize even… Read more »
4 Benefits of Using Temporary Construction Staffing
The construction industry can benefit greatly from temporary employment. Thankfully, staffing agencies can find you temporary and qualified workers so you can meet critical construction timelines, without adding unnecessary costs. Depending on the season or projects, you may need extra workers at a moment’s notice. Using a staffing agency can help you add the… Read more »
How to Effectively Set Goals for Your Employees
A key responsibility for every manager is setting effective and attainable goals for their employees. This is important to the success of the employee, the team, and the company as a whole. When managers set effective goals for their employees, there are a few key benefits: It helps create short-term focus to go in line… Read more »
3 Ways to Help Your New Hire to Have a Successful First Day
The first day on the job for a new hire can be nerve-wracking, exciting, disorganized, and even stressful. While you can’t change every aspect of a new hire’s first day, by taking a few calculated steps, you do have the ability to make the first day positive and productive. Have a Plan To help… Read more »
How to Prevent Accidents in Your Warehouse
When your warehouse is running smoothly, without accidents, it makes your management job a whole lot easier. Plus, without the setbacks of accidents, your warehouse can be more productive and a more positive environment for your employees. It’s important to realize that a warehouse without an accident is no accident – it takes a… Read more »