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Mar 3, 2023 12:00 AM UTC

There's never been a more important time to build a diverse and inclusive workforce

With an extreme lack of skilled workers in the construction industry, there's never been a more important time to build a diverse and inclusive workforce. In this For Construction Pros article, they list some tips that could change the way women feel about careers in construction and attract them to our great industry. What are your thoughts? Is there anything you would add to their list?

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    Mar 4, 2023 12:00 AM UTC
    Its great seeing the rise every year in the percentage of women in the industry.
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    Mar 4, 2023 12:00 AM UTC
    The people are what make the industry and construction is an example of that not an exception. We need to foster a positive culture and grow as a whole.
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    Mar 4, 2023 12:00 AM UTC
    I believe there has been significant growth around promoting and valuing women in the workplace.
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    Mar 4, 2023 12:00 AM UTC
    Amazing women doing great things! It's so important to keep this going, get out there women and show the next generation what we are capable of!
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    Mar 4, 2023 12:00 AM UTC
    Get the word and get the younger generation excited about the many great careers they can have in the industry. Attend high school career fairs and career days.
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    Mar 4, 2023 12:00 AM UTC
    Reaching out to women in more ways to get them interested and involved, I think someone suggested going out to middle schools, I think that is a wonderful Idea.
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    Mar 4, 2023 12:00 AM UTC
    I believe training is extremely important. To get respect you have to earn it. And for someone who knows what they are doing and talking about? Pretty easy to get the respect from your team, no matter who you are.
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    Mar 4, 2023 12:00 AM UTC
    More training available to women who want to become more involved in the construction industry, not just the administrative level.
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    Mar 4, 2023 12:00 AM UTC
    I think promoting the industry for women helps a lot but it needs to happen more. I feel like more women are going into the this industry more than before and that is amazing
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    Mar 4, 2023 12:00 AM UTC
    Promoting and valuing women in the work force is necessary, but you also need to be your own advocate. You need to promote yourself and the skills that you have. If your currently company continues to push you down, look for a company that promotes within and seems to value diversity.
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