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Key Technology Trends in the Construction Industry in 2024

Epicflow

At present, the construction industry is undergoing a substantial transformation. Innovations, economic uncertainty, construction workforce shortages, and other factors have forced building companies to change the way they work and deliver their projects. damage or cracking on buildings). [2] damage or cracking on buildings). [2]

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Retire These Metaphors & Reframe the Discussion to be More Effective

Johanna Rothman

For years, we've used several metaphors to describe software product development: People-based metaphors, such as: Man-weeks for all the humans working on a project or a product. When we talk about man-weeks, or FTEs, or resources, when we mean human beings, we make it possible to be less congruent.

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Transforming from a Good to Great Coach

Rick Conlow

Inadequate Feedback: Managers may not provide timely and constructive feedback to employees, which is a crucial aspect of coaching. Without regular feedback, employees may not know where they stand or what they need to improve, hindering their development. They do not consider the development or success of people as part of their job.

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Synergy Unleashed: The Power of Great Teamwork

Rick Conlow

Our assessment identified a silo mentality throughout the organization and minimal leadership development or training. We addressed the issues with new communication channels, customer service and quality initiatives, on-going quality leadership training for all leaders (executives, too), and team development applications.

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Shorter Hours Is the Kaizen Mindset

Markovitz Consulting

Back in November, I mentioned that the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal both ran articles on the productivity benefits of reduced work hours. Not to be outdone, NPR reported that Microsoft Japan moved to a four-day workweek this summer while increasing productivity by 40%. Why not two?),

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Leading by Lending a Hand to Others

Harmonious Workplaces

Additionally, I began a mentee relationship with Alan Landers, from whom I learned much about organizational development and change leadership through a certification course offered by The Drucker School of Management at Claremont Graduate University. Enable Others to Act  — Build teams, develop others, and make future leaders.

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Mastering the Art of Leading Remote Work Teams

Rick Conlow

Now however, controversy about the productivity challenges of leading remote work teams confront organizational assumptions about its effectiveness. The Council on Foreign Relations shares global research on how productivity increases in remote work settings. Owl Labs date says they are 47% more productive. hours a week.