The main objectives of sustainable design are to reduce, or completely avoid, depletion of critical resources like energy, water, land, and raw materials; prevent environmental degradation caused by facilities and infrastructure throughout their life cycle; and create built environments that...
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Find the Link to Your Career Path
Creative thinker. Self-starter. Problem solver. Hands-on learner. Do any of these personality traits remind you of yourself? A career in the mechanical construction industry might be the perfect fit for you. October is Careers in Construction Month and in celebration...
Beyond Labels: Part 4 – Building a Stronger Team Together
Today’s workforce faces many challenges that arise from generational differences. However, there are solutions to these challenges – understanding differences, enhancing communication, education – that when accomplished as a team can take a company’s success to new levels. For the...
Beyond Labels: Part 3: Knowledge Is Power
Every generation is fundamentally different, and the way in which members of these groups learn is no exception. We've touched on how to understand generational differences (Part 1) and the importance of communication (Part 2) when it comes to tearing...
Beyond Labels – Part 2: Enhancing Communication
Generational barriers in the workplace can cause challenges that affect a company’s productivity. Working together to find solutions to these challenges is paramount in order to create a positive company culture that fosters growth and success. (more…)
Beyond Labels – Part 1: Bringing Out the Best in Each Generation
There has been a lot of discussion of late regarding the differences in the workforce based on their generation, from work ethics, career plans, lifestyle and overall commitment to the job. “Baby Boomers are workaholics,” “Generation X-ers are skeptical cynics,”...