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8 Ways to Become Both a Better Person and Leader
Brief Take control of your own professional growth by prioritizing development opportunities and asking for feedback and support, Hannah Sincavage writes. Taking ownership of the things you can control, such as your attitude, self-image, productivity and how you...
Asphalt Vs. Fiberglass Shingles: Which Is Better?
Brief Asphalt and fiberglass shingles are two of the most readily available options you'll have to choose between. If you're not familiar with each of these materials, read on to learn more about each shingle type so that you can decide which is the best choice for...
What is embodied Carbon and How can we Deal with it?
Brief Carbon emissions that occur in upfront activities related to construction and renovation constitute what is commonly referred to as embodied carbon. Marta Bouchard examines this and related carbon issues in the built world as well as the broader issues of total...
Construction is Rebuilding Itself to be Greener
Brief The world is slowly waking up to the role that reducing embodied carbon in construction must play to address the challenge of climate change, and the industry is moving steadily in this direction on a number of fronts. Heather Clancy reviews examples of...
6 Steps to Lead Effectively During Layoffs
Brief Help employees affected by layoffs and those who remain by offering assistance, communicating clearly and openly about the decisions and looking for ways to streamline work, writes Karin Hurt. "Be sure your 'A' players know how much you value them and help them...
How New Tech is Keeping Singapore’s Taps from Running Dry
With no natural water sourced of its own, Singapore relies heavily on imports from its neighbors. But home-grown companies like EcoWorth and WateROAM are using new technology to innovate in the water sector. [button...
Why Apologizing is a Leadership Superpower
Brief Apologizing for a mistake builds a leader's credibility, deepens trust and relationships with the team and creates a culture of caring and accountability, writes Terri Klass. "Our colleagues will value our leadership if they feel we are willing to hold...
As-built Capture Technology is a Major Time Saver
Brief Reality-capture software is helping builders save a great deal of time that would otherwise be spent on job site walks. The technology creates as-built models of job sites using data and images often gathered from a hardhat-mounted 360-degree camera that allows...
Automation, Streamlined Orders will Shape Construction
Brief Heavy and civil contractors and project owners are excited about the potential for automated equipment to make construction more efficient, but there is still a need for humans on the ground, and with that comes a steep learning curve, says Phillippe Falkner, a...