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Construction starts fell in August

Construction starts fell 9% in August after a large increase in July; nonbuilding construction dropped 36%.

September 27, 2022

How can you ensure you are not micromanaging?

Being a micromanager can affect employees’ motivation and rob them of learning opportunities.

September 27, 2022

How can you ask for help with your business?

When you realize you need guidance, there are ways to approach getting the advice, financial support or mentorship you need.

September 21, 2022

Housing starts surged in August, boosted by multifamily projects

Housing starts rose 12.2% in August to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.575 million units, and multifamily housing soared 28.6% to the highest level since April 1986.

September 21, 2022

How can you help your company thrive during a recession?

There are personality traits business owners should consider adopting to help their companies weather times of economic uncertainty.

September 15, 2022

How can you identify burnout and overcome it?

There are various types of burnout you can experience in the workplace, and it is important to identify the burnout you may be facing and learn what you can do about it.

September 14, 2022

Contractor confidence rose in August

The Associated Builders and Contractors’ Construction Confidence Index readings for all components increased in August.

September 14, 2022

How can you get along with difficult co-workers?

Interpersonal conflict in the workplace can lead to mistakes, reduced creativity and poor decision-making.

September 7, 2022

How can you manage workers while giving them freedom?

Giving employees more freedom can generate creative solutions among team members and lead to better productivity and lower employee turnover.

September 6, 2022

The IRS urges development of an emergency preparedness plan

September is National Preparedness Month, and the IRS is urging individuals and businesses to update and secure their records to prepare now for natural disasters.

September 1, 2022

Why do good leaders do this one thing when they make a mistake?

The best leaders hold themselves accountable and own up to their mistakes. But what are the reasons for doing so?

August 31, 2022

Is your team underperforming?

Learn what you can do to turn things around when your team’s performance is lacking.

August 31, 2022

What five skills should a great manager possess?

Employee turnover can lead to lost productivity, higher costs and lower morale, so it is crucial you know the key characteristics to look for in a great manager.

August 30, 2022

Key tips to help you be a great people manager

Effective people managers ensure employees are set up to succeed, which can improve employee retention and increase productivity.

August 23, 2022

How can you communicate with more empathy?

Empathy may not come naturally to all leaders, but it is a crucial leadership skill that is key when communicating with employees.

August 18, 2022

How can you keep your projects running on time?

Effective time management is key to preventing unwelcome and costly construction project delays.

August 17, 2022

Housing starts fell to lowest level since February 2021

Housing starts decreased 9.6% in July to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.446 million units, and single-family housing fell 10.1% to the lowest level since June 2020.

August 17, 2022

Construction starts surged in July

Construction starts rose 48% in July as nonresidential building construction climbed 79% and nonbuilding construction jumped 120%.

August 17, 2022

What are four signs a leader lacks self-confidence?

Leaders do not need to be perfect, but leadership must be authentic and connected to confidence to be truly effective.

August 16, 2022

What should you do when you don’t click with your new boss?

There are common reasons people have a bad start with a new boss, and there are steps to take to address the issue.

August 11, 2022

How can you show employees you value them?

To lead an engaged, productive team, it is important to show employees you value them.

August 3, 2022

How can you conduct a great performance review?

When handled well, performance reviews can help your employees perform better and feel valued and engaged.

August 2, 2022

Experienced roofing professionals are key after severe storms

With tornadoes and hailstorms recently hitting the U.S., be sure homeowners and business owners know NRCA members can provide expertise after a severe weather event.

July 27, 2022

Housing starts fell to a nine-month low in June

Housing starts decreased 2% in June to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.559 million units, and single-family housing fell 8.1% as mortgage rates climbed.

July 26, 2022

June construction starts decrease 5%

Construction starts fell 5% in June as nonresidential building construction declined 14%.

July 26, 2022

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Construction starts fell in August

How can you ensure you are not micromanaging?

How can you ask for help with your business?

Housing starts surged in August, boosted by multifamily projects

How can you help your company thrive during a recession?

How can you identify burnout and overcome it?

Contractor confidence rose in August

How can you get along with difficult co-workers?

How can you manage workers while giving them freedom?

The IRS urges development of an emergency preparedness plan

Why do good leaders do this one thing when they make a mistake?

Is your team underperforming?

What five skills should a great manager possess?

Key tips to help you be a great people manager

How can you communicate with more empathy?

How can you keep your projects running on time?

Housing starts fell to lowest level since February 2021

Construction starts surged in July

What are four signs a leader lacks self-confidence?

What should you do when you don’t click with your new boss?

How can you show employees you value them?

How can you conduct a great performance review?

Experienced roofing professionals are key after severe storms

Housing starts fell to a nine-month low in June

June construction starts decrease 5%

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