Leadership
Life Lessons from the Recession: It’s not all bad.
While most of us are suffering from the Recession’s effects in one way or another, there is a silver lining inside our current cloud. Recessions let us step back and…
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When Relationships Go Beyond Contracts, Good Things Happen
To me, two simple words can be the foundation of long-term business relationships: character and culture. When these values are the same between a buyer and a seller, opportunity for…
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Connectivity to Spark Jobsite Innovation
After talking with someone about the movie Taking Woodstock, I got to thinking that this monumental event took place prior to the advent of the Internet, cell phones, social media…
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Grilling Up Some Great Community Service
Effective community service is an essential part of every company’s resume, and it has been an active portion of our extra-curricular efforts over the last 25 years. Community service does…
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Building a Legacy: What a Great Man Leaves Behind
Every once in a while someone comes along in my life so inspiring and benevolent that it makes me ask the great introspective questions about who I am and what…
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Class by the Campfire: How to Confront the Unexpected
Being prepared is something that I can never get too much of. In business this means always looking around the corner to find the next job or being careful not…
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Friends in Great Places: Redefining the Business Contact
When I think of my contacts, I tend to think of people within my industry or those having something to do with construction. However, I’ve met some of my best…
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How to Use Outdoor Challenges to Teach Teamwork by: Paul Broderick
In the construction industry, project managers and superintendents sometimes do not get to spend much casual time together, but we all know that jobs run more efficiently if each understands…
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Want to Grow as a Team? Reach Out to Your Team’s Families
Experience has taught me that it’s important to view your business on a broader scale. Your company is not only influenced by the people who work with you, but by…
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Even off the Beaten Path You Can Still Stay on Track
I’ve always encouraged our team members to be active participants in their communities. Well-rounded folks are happier when they come in our doors and that positive attitude spills over into…