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Author: Holly Welles

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Making room for more women in construction

July 22, 2020July 22, 2020 Holly Welles 813 Views 0 Comments

Women make up roughly half of the general workforce, but just 9.1% of the construction industry.

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These resources include a variety of areas, from safety to trade skills. (Photo: Piyamas Dulmunsumphun, Dreamstime)
Business Management Industry and Economy Labor and Safety 

7 online training opportunities for professional builders

May 13, 2020May 25, 2020 Holly Welles 758 Views 0 Comments

These resources include a variety of areas, from safety to trade skills.

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WhilePPE reduces risks, it’s also essential for employers to understand its limitations. (Photo: Somporn Suebhait, Dreamstime)
Business Management Labor and Safety 

How to leverage PPE for construction safety

April 1, 2020April 1, 2020 Holly Welles 1325 Views 0 Comments

The coronavirus pandemic is a good time to evaluate PPE practices and training.

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Common communication issues include language barriers, poor digital literacy and lack of procedures. (Photo: Auremar, Dreamstime)
Business Management Labor and Safety 

4 ways to break down common communication barriers on the jobsite

February 28, 2020February 28, 2020 Holly Welles 912 Views 0 Comments

Construction sites present unique challenges that can make effective communication challenging for even the most adept speakers. Holly WellesHolly Welles

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retaining construction workers
A dedicated mentoring and apprenticeship program is one way to develop a pipeline of skilled workers. (Photo: Annie Gray, Unsplash)
Business Management Labor and Safety 

5 strategies to retain construction workers in a competitive labor market

January 6, 2020January 14, 2020 Holly Welles 1177 Views 0 Comments labor shortage

Construction business owners can bolster their recruiting efforts by focusing on these areas. Holly WellesHolly Welles is a writer with

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