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Part-time Office/Sales Assistant - Southern Crafted Shutters - Fountain Inn, SC
Here's a link to the job description and how to apply: https://scshutters.com/join-our-team/- 1
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How to Take Time Off (Fully Unplugged!) when Everything Depends on You
I want to share a really fun podcast interview with @Kristin Meyer. Kristin and her husband own Southern Crafter Shutters. The longest time they've been able to be away from the business has been 1 week. In this interview on the Profit by Design Podcast, I coach Kristin to seeing the path forward to taking a 4 Week Vacation® and guess what... they will both be able to go away together and fully unplug from the business! I hope this episode gives you hope that you can have a successful business and a life. https://tapthepotential.com/your-4-week-vacation️-is-within-reach-and-entirely-possible-with-kristin-meyer/ -
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SC Healthy Business Challenge Upstate Spring Seminar
untilHealth-Savvy Leadership: The Business Case for Prioritizing Organizational Well-being The health and well-being of business leaders have a direct impact on their organization and employees. When leaders prioritize their own well-being, it sets a positive example for the entire company. Executives in good health can lead effectively, make sound decisions, and inspire teams, contributing to a more vibrant and productive work environment. Additionally, a focus on health reduces absenteeism, fosters a culture of wellness, and supports employee engagement, creating a ripple effect throughout the organization. Join a distinguished panel of C-suite executives, Chamber of Commerce leaders, and elected officials as they explore the critical role of prioritizing workforce wellbeing. Gain valuable insights into the tangible benefits, innovative approaches, and transformative impact that prioritizing employee wellness can have on both individuals and the overall success of organizations in today's dynamic business landscape. Discover actionable strategies, collaborative initiatives, and policy considerations that can collectively elevate both individual and organizational health, fostering a resilient and thriving business community across the Palmetto State. Register today! -
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ANEW's Leadership and Mentorship of Women in the Construction Industry - Virtual Workshop
untilPlease join us in our first workshop of our four part series around the mentorship and leadership of women in the construction industry. During this work shop we will discuss: Women's representation in construction, the challenges and explore opportunities around growth, mentorship and retention. Different leadership styles that are effective in construction and how they can be adapted by women in the industry and supported by alias. Remaining workshop series dates: April 23rd September 17th November 19th- mentorship
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3RD ANNUAL DIVERSITY EQUITY, & INCLUSION PANEL
untilJoin Puget Sound for their 3rd Annual Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Panel, kicking off WIC Week! Indeed, the winds of change are sweeping through the construction culture! Gender fluid inclusivity is a vital topic, especially in an industry that has historically been cismale-dominated. Let’s delve into this conversation about how to thrive both in the office and field settings within construction. Please register here! Moderator: Claire Dougherty, Project Engineer – Claire Dougherty is a Project Engineer at Build Group on the First Light project in Seattle, WA. She has a Civil Engineering Degree from University of Washington. Panelists: Fiona Cleveland, Otis Elevator Technician – Fiona is a 4th year Elevator Mechanic Apprentice with IUEC Local 19 Seattle WA. She is an inspiring individual who has made significant strides in the construction industry. She is currently in her 20th year of working in the trades. Prior to the IUEC, she spent 16 years working stages with IATSE. She is currently the only open and out transwoman in the IUEC in the US. She came out and transitioned in the trades in 2021. Since coming out, Fiona has joined the leadership panel with the Otis Elevator Pride and is working towards greater acceptance, retention and promotion of Queer individuals in the trades. She’s currently working towards achieving her mechanic’s license and promoting DEI within the IUEC. Dominique Drago, Journeyman Ironworker Jodine Hatfield, Superintendent & Local 196 Pile-drivers – Jodine is a hybrid of a Superintendent and a Safety Professional with over 25 years experience in the construction management and construction safety fields. Her point of origin was attending and graduating from commercial diving school in Seattle. This eventually lead to her becoming a site safety manager on multiple projects and transforming myself into a seasoned Superintendent. She’s a proud member of the Carpenters Trust and the Pile Drivers Local 196 out of Kent, WA since 2002. Dawn Steinwright, Carpenter Foreman – Dawn joined the UBC in 1995 and apprenticed in St Louis District Council. Dawn moved to Seattle in 2004. Dawn has an impressive career and is competent in all phases from sitework to finish, and heavy highway/bridgework.
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Women's Workwear
ChristiPowell posted a topic in Resources,
Looking GOOD at work!!
We have had so many owners asking for resources to buy the correct fitting apparel for their female teams. I have been sending this email to our connections and we wanted to share this with everyone on our platform for your use as well.
HiViz Workwear
https://dawsonworkwearforher.com/
Dovetail Workwear
Carhart Workwear
Juno Jones Shoes
Zena Workwear for Women
Iron Elk Safety
Looking good!!
Angela & Christi
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Associated Builders and Contractors of the Carolinas Construction Convention
ABCC-Jonna Turner posted an event in Community Calendar,
ABC of the Carolinas is celebrating 25 years with this year's convention entitled "Building Success Together since 1998." This two-day event will encompass speakers, panelists, group discussions and talks based on what we are all facing in the industry. From economic and political updates to hearing from sought-after authors and nationally renowned speakers, there is value for everyone.
You can expect to learn about upcoming regulations, policies, procedures, and the future economic landscape directly from dynamic speakers at ABC's National Office in Washington, DC. In addition, hear from a panel of industry experts explaining how to navigate the challenges of VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity). Walk away with valuable and meaningful information to initiate with your team from world renowned best-selling authors and sought-after speakers in Jon Gordon, who's written 28 books including "the Power of a Positive Team," and Karen Barefoot, best known as "The Lady of Firsts" from early days in the college basketball world where she was the first person in NCAA history, male or female, to record 2,000 points and 1,000 assists in a career and the only player in NCAA history to lead the nation for four years in assists. And finally, interact and engage with contractors, suppliers, and associates over golf, meals, breakout sessions, and other activities.
This event allows you the opportunity to sit in a room with decision makers and influencers. So, join us for this great two-day convention where we can continue to build success together! Register here: ABCC 2023 Construction Convention - Charleston - Associated Builders and Contractors - Carolinas Chapter (abccarolinas.org)
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Third Annual SC Women's Executive Leadership Luncheon
ChristiPowell posted an event in Community Calendar,
https://www.womenconfidencebuilders.com/events
August 28th 2023
SC Women’s Executive Luncheon
Greenville Convention Center
Ticket Details
$65 Early Bird single Tickets - through 7/31/23 - Eventbrite Open in April
$150 Galleria Tickets - includes 1 table and 1 lunch - Eventbrite Open in April
$75 After early bird tickets - After 8/1/23 - Eventbrite Open August 1st
$60 Early Bird single tickets - Partner/WCB member single tickets - through 7/31/23 - Eventbrite Open in April
$70 After early bird tickets - Partner/WCB member single tickets - after 8/1/23 - Eventbrite Open on August 1st-
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Women Talk Construction Forum is now Breaking Barriers Forum
Michael Powell posted an article in Articles,
Women Talk Construction Forum is undergoing a name change to Breaking Barriers Forum.
The forum is over a year old now and since its creation, many things have changed. We have grown as a company and now the forum has two parent websites (womentalkcaonstruction.com) & (womenconfidencebuilders.com)
Both of our parent websites contribute to the forum such as providing accessibility, giving the forum exposure, providing resources, etc. Initially, the forum was designed after the Women Talk Construction website as it was created first. The colors, styles, etc of Women Talk Construction were deliberately mimicked while designing the forum to provide a fluid, recognizable experience across both platforms. Since then, Women Confidence Builders has been created as a non-profit organization that, by design, was created with its own unique style and character. In order to make the most sense coming from either website, we decided to give the forum its own identity starting with renaming the forum to something that still represented our mission while separating itself from only the Women Talk Construction website alone.
Hence, we introduce ... the Breaking Barriers Forum!
Now that you have been introduced, we have provided a couple of different themes that you can choose from. Each theme's style takes its personality from our respective parent website (it's basically a cosmetic preference and does not affect any content that you are able to see).
Light Theme - Women Talk Construction
Dark Theme - Women Confidence Builders
You can change your theme preference at the bottom of any page within the forum. Simply click on the 'Theme' drop-down menu in the footer of the page to see your choices. See the image below
Light Theme (Women Talk Construction)
Dark Theme (Women Confidence Builders)
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CERTIFICATION GUIDE "Why to get certified"
ChristiPowell posted a topic in Welcome!,
Hey there!!!
Wondering "Why to get Certified" and "Where to find FREE resources to Build your business". This information could be the difference between you having little success and A LOT of success. These tools and free resources are not always easy to find! Let us know if you use them and if they helped you!! Shout out to us on SOCIAL MEDIA, please. Tag Angela and Christi and of Course, Women Talk Construction.
https://www.messer.com/subcontractors/diverse-suppliers/ [messer.com]
The link above is one of the largest companies in construction who require WBE/MBE participation. Every customer has their own unique need.
This link below is the office that will show you step by step how to get certified. It will take 1/10th of the time going through here if they're as good as other states. Let me know how they do for you in NC.
https://www.sba.gov/offices/district
(there is an office in every area to assist and make your certification process very easily)
When it comes to federal government contracts, you may want to contact your APTAC…there are many workshops included on this website as well.
https://www.aptac-us.org/ [aptacus.org]
Also, this training is free this year for the first time. [https://ascent.sba.gov/ [ascent.sba.gov]? The women in our area who are successfully winning government bids have used this website to gain valuable insight into operating their businesses in government purchasing.
We are here to provide you with a starting point and to make connections for small businesses with resources and government officials who are qualified as well as make introductions to customers and connections, when they are working on projects in a particular area.
Please check out all of the other resources on our website at Resources — Women Talk Construction Podcast
Your friends, Angela & Christi
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