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- 3 steps toward a sustainable roofing system
Roofing contractors can help facility managers make the most out of roof replacement projects by engaging in a quality control process and reducing safety risks on the job, according to this article. This piece looks at three key components of a sustainable roofing system: "proper design, quality construction, and proactive maintenance" and explains what is contained in each. Today's Facility Manager
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- Give your employees what they need to boost productivity
Your company can't be run at maximum efficiency if your employees aren't reaching their potential, so you should ask them what resources they require, Glenn Llopis writes. "Asking your employees what they need to be successful is not only an act of empowerment but also of trust," he writes. "This is an extremely effective and genuine way of building camaraderie, unity and efficiency." Forbes
(12/3)
- The value of a diverse workforce
Promoting diversity in the workplace can help you gain new insights into your business and the marketplace, according to Kristina Chung, a partner at Ropers Majeski Kohn & Bentley. "Having a diverse workforce increases your own understanding of the greater world beyond," she said. It's also important for companies to review their nondiscrimination policies regularly to make sure they are complying with the law, she said. Smart Business
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- Lawmakers aim to revive talks on immigration reform
Republican members of the House of Representatives plan to revive discussions with Democratic lawmakers regarding a broad overhaul of the country's immigration laws, including a legitimate path to citizenship, along with employment verification and border-security measures. A political action committee has been formed to support the efforts. Former President George W. Bush supports an overhaul, saying, immigrants "fill a critical gap in our labor market." The Washington Post/The Associated Press
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