Tag: Opinion (People)
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Why construction leaders must plan without delusion
Image: Ivelinr | Dreamstime.com For construction business owners, it’s crucial to start 2026 properly, not optimistically, writes Greg Wilkes. The beginning of the year is dangerous. Not because of the weather or because work is quiet, but because this is when leaders lie to themselves. A new year is a clean slate for big goals.…
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How DWP is helping construction employers build a stronger future
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Khristian was invited to complete an eight-day trial with Measom, after finishing a pre-employment programme delivered in partnership with The Skills Centre and DWP. Following this initial experience, Khristian is now undertaking a second (paid) placement with Measom as part of its apprenticeship recruitment process. This successful pathway is the result of a collaborative approach,…
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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…