In most workplaces, accidents are a nuisance for worker and a headache for HR. However, at construction sites, accidents are potentially industry-ruining. With every new story about environmental disasters, earth-shattering explosions, andtrapped laborers, construction sites become less and less appealing — even as the population grows and demands for new, updated structures increases.
More people than ever before are starting their own business. 2015 saw a record number of small businesses operating in the UK – 5.2 million in total. There’s nothing quite like the freedom of owning your own business, but it’s not easy when you’re just getting started. A lot of new business owners struggle in the beginning, as there’s…
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Worried about your safety at work? Construction sites are full of potential hazards and sometime accidents are unavoidable. More often, though, incidents can be prevented with clear thinking and precautionary measures. The best way to avoid injury is to follow these important safety tips that every construction worker should know.
In a recent news release, Construction Americas announces their full line up of Gold, Silver, and Bronze sponsors, including a few new sponsorships. We are excited to be in midst of the very best in commercial construction. Below is the full news release: Construction Americas Expo Announces Sponsors Miami, Fla.—February 6, 2015—A full compliment of sponsors are supporting the…
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Amazon has started a service that connects shoppers to local handymen. The service is called Amazon Local Services. The e-commerce giant has introduced the service in three cities aimed at connecting customers to local service providers such as plumbers and electricians.
The goal of any construction firm or contractor is develop a loyal customer base. You want to be the first person or company a customer will think of and go to when they have a project that needs to be completed.
The use of drones and UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) has been a somewhat controversial topic.
Despite many positives in the construction industry right now such as the high demand for skilled labor and that most construction firms are willing to prove higher wages for skilled workers, Alan Greenspan is pointing a finger of blame in construction’s direction.
When looking for sources of news to share with other construction marketers, we come across many sources that we use to assist you in improving your reach and knowledge in the construction marketing world. One of the latest sources that we would like to share, Be the Pro, combines the benefits of a blog with the answers of a forum. …
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Having doubts about getting that engineering degree? Perhaps this will help ease your concerns: according to a recent survey by Randstad CPE, engineers are less likely to worry about their job. According to a study of over 2,000 UK employees, 23% of the UK workforce feel “insecure” at work—but only 18% of engineers feel that way. The only other industries…
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