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Maximizing the Potential of Mentorship with Formal Training Programs 0

By: National Center for Construction Education and Research Foremen are at the forefront of a construction project’s success. Acting as a crucial pivot point between upper management and the boots on the ground, these frontline supervisors play a key role in turning plans into action. As the construction industry continues to navigate ongoing challenges such

Discipline and the Science of Resource Allocation 0

An examination in how to return to profitability By Gregg Schoppman, FMI Corp. Construction demonstrates the ultimate in extreme comparisons. Gluttony or starvation. For what seems like the better part of the last 10-15 years – minus a short COVID holiday – the industry has seen unbridled growth in just about every sector. Construction organizations

A New Kind of High School Diploma Trades Chemistry for Carpentry 0

By Ariel Gilreath, Hechinger Report Alabama loosened math and science requirements for high schoolers. It could hurt them if they apply to college BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — In a corner of Huffman High School, the sounds of popping nail guns and whirring table saws fill the architecture and construction classroom. Down the hall, culinary students chop

Whiting-Turner to Establish New Corporate Headquarters on Goucher College Campus 0
- Improving Productivity, Workforce & Professional Development
- July 21, 2025
An innovative approach to community engagement The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company, a nationally recognized leader in construction management and general contracting, announced plans to relocate its corporate headquarters to the campus of Goucher College. This strategic partnership includes the construction and development of a state-of-the-art facility, which will house Whiting-Turner’s corporate headquarters and stand as a
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Tony Gwynn – Winning the Game, One Single at a Time 0
- Improving Productivity, Leadership, Workforce & Professional Development
- April 22, 2025
An examination of leadership needs to refocus on the right measures of how productivity and success By Gregg M. Schoppman, FMI Corp. Tony Gwynn, Hall of Fame right fielder from the San Diego Padres was the epitome that defines a superior ball player. According to the Baseball Hall of Fame, Gwynn’s lifetime batting average was
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The Power of Presence: Why It Matters for Women 0
- Improving Productivity, Leadership, Outlook & Trends, Workforce & Professional Development
- March 25, 2025
By Grace Uwizeye-Allen, Graceful Etiquette Presence is more than just showing up—it’s about owning the room, making an impact, and ensuring your voice is heard. It’s that unshakable confidence that says, “I belong here,” without having to say a word. For women, mastering presence isn’t just a professional advantage—it’s a game-changer. Whether leading a meeting,
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