Family Values through the Generations: Meet the Millers
Family Values through the Generations: Meet the Millers Dan Miller, now President and CEO of Robbins Manufacturing Inc., was introduced to the construction industry at a young age by his dad, who used to take him to the plant floor on weekends while other boys...
Brought closer by the industry: Meet the Atkinsons
No matter what color the machine, deep down we all love yellow iron. Love for these machines defines us, like a family. At Green Mountain Lion Corp, we talk with folks throughout our industry every day, and it always feels just like talking with family. Maybe because...
Transitioning to a New Job
Starting a new job is kind of like trying new food. It’s very exciting, but also a little scary. There are lots of unknowns, but in either situation, it’s best to take a deep breath and just E.A.T. In the job sense, that breaks down to a few key points. ...
ConExpo CON/AGG 2020
If Vegas were on an episode of Sesame Street last week, the letter of the day would be “C”. ConExpo, Coronavirus, and Concern! However, true to the construction industry and the great people that power it, ConExpo went full steam ahead. I didn’t get the chance to...
Reframing
No workplace is perfect. Usually, you cannot single-handedly change the culture of a negative or toxic workplace. However, you can change the way you perceive and process the obstacles you face, and that’s a much easier task. That task is often referred to as...
World of Concrete & The ARA Show 2020: Wrap Up
Tradeshow season is well underway, and so far, Delta’s only lost my luggage once! Despite the travel challenges, the new machines, interactive booths, and the opportunity to see industry friends has been worth the effort. World of Concrete was well attended even...
AHR Expo 2020
In early February, I attended the AHR expo 2020 in Orlando, FL. It’s an annual trade show that brings together the latest products and innovations in the HVAC-R industry. I was there not just because Orlando is a great escape from Vermont in February and I like being...
Let’s Make the 20’s Roar!
Hindsight is 2020 but you can’t drive forward looking in the rear view mirror. However, an occasional glance in the past to learn, grow and move ahead with clear goals is an exercise in prudence. As I reflect on the last year and surmise the current climate, I’ve...
PowerGen International 2019
In mid-November I attended PowerGen in New Orleans, LA. It’s an annual trade show that discusses the latest in power generation and energy storage. The technology needed to power our world continues to change and one of the great things about PowerGen is the ability...
4 Reasons to Work with a Recruiter
According to Glassdoor, each corporate job offer attracts an average of 250 resumes. Four to six from that pile will get an interview, and only one will get the job. How would you like to skip the pile and get straight to the desk of the hiring manager? That’s why...
3 Training Tips for Onboarding New Employees
Onboarding processes will differ from company to company. From recruiting to technology to logistics to manufacturing – there will be different ingredients to make up the perfect recipe for an appropriately trained employee. When preparing for a new hire, you should...
3 Interview Tips for Hiring Managers
Conducting a highly informative and cohesive interview that feels successful for both sides is an art form! It can take years for a hiring manager to perfect their questions, delivery and ability to hear the deeper answer. Many books have been written on the topic,...
From Weather to Recruiting – Meet Sean
If you ask a meteorologist why they got into weather, most will say it started as a childhood fascination and, usually, it was one particular storm that solidified things. I’m no different. I grew up in southern New England and we had everything. Severe weather,...
3 Keys to Onboarding
Picture this – you and your family have relocated for a new job in a new city, struggled to find affordable housing, and had to say goodbye to familiar friends and sights. You haven’t yet found the local “creature comforts” and your first day has arrived faster than...
4 of our BEST Resume Tips
Updating your resume can be a daunting task. You may not know where to start, what trends are happening nowadays, or if you really do need to stick to one page. As part of the recruiting process, we see resumes on a daily basis – and the range of creativity across...
3 Keys to Retaining Your Employees
Employee turnover can be a serious problem for businesses of all sizes, but really understanding why employees are leaving is an even bigger challenge. In 2018, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 3.5 million people – or 2.3% of the total workforce...
Leadership: 8 Ingredients for the Secret Sauce
What makes a strong leader? Is good leadership proven by the numbers or by the temperature of a culture? In an article released by Forbes, they stated that 63% of employees don’t trust their leaders. Is it safe to say that leadership within the workforce is failing,...
The Job Hunt: Knowing You’re Ready to Start Searching
The job hunt is not for the faint of heart. It requires purposeful intent and clarity in order to successfully achieve your next career goals. I have come up with several steps that will help you go into your search with the right mindset… The Intent: Why are...
