Employee retention is best described as a formula for keeping/retaining employees. People are hard to replace, and it’s tough to train new people. Employee retention is something that every industry can take note of in terms of best practices, and … Continued
There is something that happens on a jobsite that nobody puts in the safety manual. A guy shows up quiet. Withdrawn. Not himself. And the crew notices — they always notice — but nobody says anything. Because that’s not what … Continued
By Jason Kunz and Perry Logan March 30, 2026 reprinted from Safety and Health Magazine Health and safety professionals understand the stakes. We’ve studied the data, we’ve seen the patterns and we know that a single serious incident or fatality can change lives … Continued
In today’s construction environment, the gap between high-performing companies and underperformers isn’t just about markets, workforce, or margins. It’s about project management. Recent industry research reinforces what many of us see every day: Project managers are one of the primary … Continued
In a world focused on technical skill and credentials, Ryan Leak reminds us that skills alone aren’t enough. In his episode “When Phenomenal Skills Meets Phenomenal Will, he explores how great training and talent matter — but it’s the relentless will, the … Continued
The construction industry has long been a male-dominated field, but events like the MBI BuildHer community are paving the way for a more inclusive and diverse workforce. The kickoff, held in April 2025, brought together influential men and women to … Continued
Employee retention is best described as a formula for keeping/retaining employees. People are hard to replace, and it’s tough to train new people. Employee retention is something that every industry can take note of in terms of best practices, and … Continued
Welcome. As a new leader at Master Builders of Iowa, one of my passions is to build people into the leaders they were born to be. This is not done through a position, however through introspection and thorough self-awareness. My … Continued
Looking back 30 years ago, “digital marketing” didn’t exist – the World Wide Web had just launched, and the internet was hardly used outside of business landscapes. Marketing was still limited to print materials, billboards, and radio advertisements, and “high-tech” … Continued
In every situation, whoever is asking the questions is in control of the situation. As an executive coach, I ask my clients, are you asking the wrong questions? You can get the wrong answer from a negative question… “How stupid … Continued
