Professional Development

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Top 8 501-C3 charities supporting construction

October 3, 2024

Nonprofits like Construction Angels, BUILD, and Helmets to Hard Hats are helping a diverse range of communities through construction work.

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Has bricklaying become a lost art?

September 26, 2024

Fewer bricklayers are available to complete construction projects. The trade is highly paid and sought after, but tradespeople find it too physically demanding.

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6 reasons to choose a career in the skilled trades

September 19, 2024

High demand, good salaries and benefits, growth opportunities, and the ability to work anywhere are some of the perks of a career in the skills trades.

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Adaptive reuse: Giving old buildings new life

September 12, 2024

With a focus on preserving history and promoting sustainability, adaptive reuse has emerged as a popular choice for developers and architects.

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Building balance: How parents in construction can manage work and family life

September 5, 2024

Parents in construction face unique challenges with work-life balance. Fortunately, there are practical solutions and industry changes that can help them thrive, both on-site and at home.

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Balancing work and life on the road in the skilled trades

August 29, 2024

Consistency, sleep, a healthy diet, and keeping in touch with family are a few strategies to maintain balance on the road.

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A contractor’s etiquette lesson: to be a neighborly contractor, love your neighbors

August 22, 2024

Being realistic with project schedules, following local building codes, and mitigating excess noise are easy ways to be a neighborly contractor.

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Bridging the construction skills gap, brick by brick

August 15, 2024

Addressing the skills gap in construction requires a mix of short and long-term strategies, including training programs, apprenticeships, and government initiatives.

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Solving the worker shortage, one employee at a time 

August 8, 2024

Showing respect, offering perks and benefits, and providing growth opportunities are a few ways to improve employee retention in the construction industry.

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On the path to construction: The rise of women safety consultants

August 1, 2024

Women in construction safety face challenges like harassment and lack of mentorship. Support and networking can empower success and drive industry progress.

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