I was drinking a bottle of water the other day and read the label. It claimed to be “green” and great for the environment where it was bottled in Viti Levu, Fiji. Then I got to thinking about the millions of pounds of fuel they probably burn every year shipping it to the U.S. for …
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 connections through work. These are often the most enriching encounters and lead to the most one-of-a-kind experiences for my clients and me. When you meet …
Working in the construction industry, I am constantly torn about what to wear to work. Should I be in our office wearing a suit, or out in the field in jeans? While most businesses are content to be removed in their office towers where the work environment consists of copiers, printers and conference calls, I …
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 the importance of the other’s role and both strive to work as a team. When I started brainstorming ways to bring Stewart Perry together, my …
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 a circle of families that shape every employee’s life. When you know who’s waiting for your team members to get home every evening you understand …