How to Create a More Inclusive Workplace for Women in Construction
Consider these tips and techniques to attract and retain more women in your home building company and reap the benefits of a more diverse workforce
What About ‘60 Over 60’? Seniors Have a Lot to Offer the Housing Industry
There's good news for Over 60s who have experience in home building: many folks from that cohort still want (or need) to work ... and an increasing number of companies are eager to hire them
As the Labor Shortage Grows, Contractors Try New Ways to Recruit Workers
Recruiting and retaining skilled labor remains a top priority for most construction firms. But what job benefits are workers actually looking for?
Construction Job Openings Fell in February
As the housing market cools, construction job openings are trending lower, but hiring and recruiting skilled laborers remains a top priority for most construction firms
It's Personal: Pilot Program Promotes Mental Health Awareness in Construction
The National Association of Home Builders partners with mental health advocate Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas on a strategic plan to promote mental health and suicide prevention
Introducing Modular Construction to a New Labor Force
Lack of research and proper worker training is slowing the advancement of modular construction methods as an alternative way to build homes. Brian Gaudio's Last Mile Lab, in Pittsburgh, aims to change that
NAHB
How NAHB Is Working to Develop a New Generation of Home Building Professionals
NAHB Chairman's Message: Residential construction will need 2.2 million new hires over the next three years to keep pace with growth and attrition. NAHB is launching several initiatives to help develop the home building industry’s future workforce
Sales
10 Teachable and Non-Teachable Skills Essential for Great Salespeople
Some sales skills are innate, while others must be learned. Here are 10 of the most important to look for in prospects and to coach for in your existing sales team
Sales
Top 10 Sales Hiring Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
Most sales managers trip over two big stumbling blocks: hiring the wrong candidates, and motivating salespeople incorrectly. Here’s how to stop the revolving door for good
NAHB
NAHB Chairman's Message: NAHB Launches Diversity Compact to Expand Opportunities
How the National Association of Home Builders is working toward a more inclusive and diverse home building industry
Human Resources
This Problem Has Construction Owners in a Bind—Is There a Fix?
Self-reported timecards are notoriously inaccurate for several reasons. There is a better way to achieve transparency and accuracy
NAHB
NAHB Chairman's Letter: Mental Health and Worker Well-Being
The NAHB has been leading the charge on mental health and well-being and recently teamed up with experts to help transform the often-stigmatized nature of mental illness among construction workers
Human Resources
After Recruiting and Hiring, Put in the Work to Keep Employees
Construction companies are focused on the labor shortage and finding skilled people, but recruiting executive Cory Kruse says employers need to work on presenting compelling reasons for employees to stay
Local Builders
The 3 Most Important Hires for Increasing Sales
There are three positions small builders should create and fill to grow their sales
Human Resources
Next-Gen Hiring Practices for Home Builders
Instead of hiring purchasing professionals with experience (and baggage), go for the green to mold your ideal team
Labor + Trade Relations
Industry Targets Underrepresented Groups in New Worker Recruitment
Although the pandemic is well underway, it’s not stopping the industry from recruiting more much needed workers. The Home Builders Institute has…
