• Navigating the Construction Landscape: A Comprehensive 2025 Outlook

    Navigating the Construction Landscape: A Comprehensive 2025 Outlook0

    By Dan Doyon, Maxim Consulting Group As someone deeply engaged with the construction industry, I have witnessed firsthand how this sector continuously evolves, adapting to the relentless flow of technological, regulatory, and economic changes. Looking forward to 2025, subcontractors will find themselves navigating a landscape not only in the midst of economic recovery but also

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  • President’s Letter – December 2024

    President’s Letter – December 20240

    Greetings fellow members and friends of ASA, I am not sure how fast the blink of an eye technically is, but in figurative terms, it is synonymous with the year 2024. I am also not sure how fast this year has been for you all, but for me it has come and gone “in the

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  • Bridging Generational Gaps with Business Etiquette

    Bridging Generational Gaps with Business Etiquette0

    By Grace Uwizeye-Allen, Graceful Etiquette In today’s workforce, diversity goes beyond demographics like culture, gender, or education—it also spans generations. With Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z often working side by side, the modern workplace is a vibrant mix of perspectives, experiences, and expectations. This generational variety presents unique challenges, but it also

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  • Connect and Conquer: The Subcontractor’s Guide to Social Media Domination

    Connect and Conquer: The Subcontractor’s Guide to Social Media Domination0

    By Cheri Woodsmall, The Woodsmall Group Are you tired of hearing about your competitors landing project after project while you struggle to find leads? If you think social media is just for influencers and retail brands, it’s time to think again. Imagine showcasing your incredible work—not just to friends and family, but to potential clients

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  • Dates & Figs

    Dates & Figs0

    U.S. Census Total Construction Construction spending during October 2024 was estimated at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $2,174.0 billion, 0.4 percent (±1.2 percent)* above the revised September estimate of $2,164.7 billion. The October figure is 5.0 percent (±1.5 percent) above the October 2023 estimate of $2,071.1 billion. During the first ten months of this

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  • Trade Ya’!

    Trade Ya’!0

    In November, the construction industry in San Antonio showcased its dedication to cultivating future talent by hosting a remarkable event aimed at solving the ongoing labor shortage and promoting construction as a viable and lucrative career path. More than 80 construction vendors joined forces, welcoming an impressive turnout of more than 900 high school students

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