Construction Trends
Retail Shape Shifting Again
Residential construction is continuing to morph in ways I never would’ve expected a few years ago, but as I think about things, it makes sense with the present state of…
Construction Trends
Stuck in the Middle With You
As most know, the Federal Reserve has several goals, with two being keeping inflation at 2% and maximum employment. The two main tools in the tool box are the discount…
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Electrical Slowdown
While we believe the supply chain is getting better, and we are turning a corner with shortages of construction materials, several on our team have been faced a new challenge…
Team Building
Artful Living
To me, enjoying some form of art should be part of life, in balance with everything else we think that is important. It was not that long ago that I met Trés…
Leadership
Learning to Temper Your Initial Reactions
Over the years, I’ve learned this truth: Nothing is ever as good or as bad as it seems at first. Most people tend to exaggerate in one direction, especially in…
Customer Relationships
Together, We Got It Done
We are in the “final approach” stage of a year-long project that’s set to open before Thanksgiving. It’s fairly substantial, high-profile and covers about 20 acres. As we all know,…
Community Service
Fresh Air Design
Last weekend, I saw a 60 Minutes segment featuring MASS Design Group, a non-profit architecture firm with a focus on communities and wholistic design, who gained international notoriety for their…
Construction Trends
A Century-Old Structure, Back to Life
Maintaining the historical integrity of a building will mean extra work, but the results are invaluable. We’ve recently started a new one, The Hardwick, a century old building with deep roots…
Leadership
When Right is Wrong
Do you remember that old expression, “The customer is always right?” Sometimes, it’s a hard pill to swallow. In any business, there will be times when you know you are…
Leadership
Create Your Own Ruler
It’s human nature to want to compare ourselves to others. That goes for just about anything, from business to sports, personal accomplishments and even our own happiness. The reality is,…