How can construction companies better support the career development of their employees? Construction firms should directly sponsor learning opportunities to help workers gain qualifications for management roles. Cory Fisk's Construction Management Essentials program is an example of a personalised curriculum that could be tailored for individual company needs. Sponsoring programs shows employees that upward mobility is valued. Companies could also implement internal mentorship to pass knowledge from experienced staff nearing retirement to younger workers. This helps break down barriers between site roles and management while encouraging collaboration. Promoting from within based on competency assessments in addition to academic requirements sends a fairer message that commitment and skills development will be rewarded regardless of education level. Direct support of learning, knowledge sharing across generations, and balanced promotion criteria help retain talent through improved engagement and career pathways.

0:00 Connecting workers and leadership in the construction industry.
5:05 Construction industry opportunities and challenges.
9:30 Communication and collaboration gaps between construction site workers and management.
14:32 The importance of mentorship and support in various industries.
19:13 Gender diversity in the construction industry.
30:00 Education and career development in the construction industry.
35:03 Career development in construction management.
43:26 Personal growth, accountability, and motivation.
47:25 Management, mentorship, and personal experiences.

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