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The Power of Core Values

Successful construction companies understand that core values are not mere decorations but the foundation for every decision…

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Customer Service

For your people to be all-in on creating the amazing experience your customers deserve, they must be all-in on you (leadership), their team, and the company…

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Why - and how - to ignore nasty emails

If you are able to respond professionally and keep your team focused, you will avoid problems, prove that you are not like other contractors, and everyone will be a lot happier. 

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People aren’t Projects – Manage Accordingly

Great people managers are somewhat rare. I’ve had many discussions with people smarter than me about whether these folks are born or made. This is an important thing to consider as if they’re born…

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Being a Leader Worth Following

Through deep care for others, you are able to sense their thoughts and emotions so you can best understand what they’re going through. Without empathy, it’s extremely difficult to motivate others…

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Build a Value Culture

“If everyone was the same price, who would you work with and why?” I’ve watched this question work wonders in helping buyers discover that they sincerely value a particular company…

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Leaving a Lasting Impact: Building a Positive Industry Reputation

Building a positive reputation in the construction industry requires dedication, integrity, and a commitment to excellence and the broader industry. By focusing on quality, prioritizing relationships, mentoring others, and contributing to the community, you can leave a lasting impact…

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Transparency in Contract Negotiations

Subcontractors and GCs must engage in open discussions about realistic project outcomes and potential challenges to avoid costly misunderstandings…

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Should you find a mentor?

If you have ever wondered if you should find a mentor, try asking yourself these 4 questions to determine if it would be worth your time.

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Start Being a Better Leader

Smart jerks can get promoted, but they make terrible leaders. And terrible leaders break cultures and make good people question if they want to stay. Meanwhile, good people are your company’s most important asset.

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Overcoming Fear

If you want to overcome fear, the first thing you have to do is address it head on: you must admit that you’re scared.

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People aren’t Projects - Manage Accordingly

Once a people manager becomes the master of their own emotions, they must learn to recognize the emotional state of others and be strategic about intentionally eliciting the ideal emotions...

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3 Keys to Applying Feedback

...the employees who take feedback and actually do something about it are the ones climbing through their organizations.

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