Category: Opinion (People)
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Why construction SMEs rise and fall on behaviours
Image: Designer491 | Dreamstime.com Most SME owners think their biggest challenge is winning more work. Let’s be honest, the real challenge is leading people. Projects rarely go sideways because of a lack of skill. They go sideways because of poor behaviours, weak accountability and culture drift that no one identifies early enough. If you run…
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Why London’s new Inclusive Talent Strategy is so important
Aerial view of London skyline. Image: Bjorn Hovdal | Dreamstime.com Future-proofing the workforce is fundamental to tackling the challenges facing the regeneration sector and the wider construction industry. The regeneration sector is facing two major challenges. First, it needs to decarbonise; second, tens of thousands of properties are due for refurbishment, to ensure they continue…
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Leadership strategies that win repeat work
A gap in leadership can cost you repeat clients. Image: Feng Yu | Dreamstime.com Strong leadership turns construction clients into long-term partners and builds a reputation for reliability and trust. You can deliver a flawless job, but if your leadership is missing, clients won’t come back. In construction, people follow people – not companies. When…