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E.L. Robinson Engineering (ELR) proudly celebrates 46 years of excellence and a remarkable employee retention rate of 93% for those who have been with the company for five years or more. To help explain how we accomplished this exceptional longevity and success, we interviewed several long-term employees who have dedicated their careers to ELR to get some insight into why they have stayed. Here's what we learned: https://lnkd.in/dNVzea9V

A day without your phone or car seems unimaginable, doesn't it? This is where the importance of #skilledtrades shines. Contrary to old beliefs, these jobs offer great career growth and competitive pay, proving essential to everything we rely on daily. Our recent CDCG blog post dispels the myths, highlighting that a traditional degree isn’t the only path to mastery. Check out the insights here: https://bit.ly/4awXARK #metalcasting #manufacturingexcellence

A concerning article regarding the labor market and the Navy. One thing I keep in mind is to be completely transparent in the support that I provide my clients so that someone can step in and take over if necessary. Another business function that I do not see emphasized enough is knowledge management and establishing a repository for transitions. There is also the matter of retaining employees and in this day and age, it is critical to tailor incentives to the individual need rather than a one size fits all strategy. And finally, creating a safe and cohesive work environment will truly make a difference in the performance received from employees.

We often talk about how the thin workforce pipeline is a national issue - I'm now adjusting my talking points. #shipbuilding #maritimeworkforce #workforcegaps #shipbuildingworkforce

Listen to our roundtable panel featuring Alan Thomas, CEO of the Association for Materials Protection and Performance; Dr. Rick Polanin, past president of the American Welding Society; and Ricky Morgan, past president of The American Society for Nondestructive Testing. Topics include the current state of workforce development, as well as common challenges encountered, innovative solutions, and initiatives where these associations can work together. Other discussion points are recent technological advancements within those industries; lessons learned from each panelist’s career journey; and the role of diversity and inclusion in building the workforce of the future. https://lnkd.in/gYdDP2zz

Investing in the right people delivers tomorrow's results. Let Bentley Lewis guide your talent strategy!

Investing in the right people delivers tomorrow's results. Let Bentley Lewis guide your talent strategy!

🛠️ October is Careers in Construction Month! 🛠️ As contractors expect to stay busy through 2024, the demand for skilled talent has never been greater. In fact, according to CFMA's Confidex from March 2024, 71% of contractors are highly concerned about labor shortages—the top challenge in our industry. 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q02QLL8Z0 So, how do we attract the next generation of construction leaders, like Gen Z and Generation Alpha? By building a strong, inclusive culture that speaks to their values. Both generations prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and want to work in environments that foster collaboration, innovation, and growth. At ProNovos, we believe that creating a positive culture is key to bridging the gap and developing a workforce ready to meet tomorrow’s challenges. #CareersInConstruction #ConstructionJobs #GenZ #GenerationAlpha #DEI #WorkforceDevelopment #ProNovos #CFMA #ConstructionIndustry #TalentShortage

Investing in the right people delivers tomorrow's results. Let Bentley Lewis guide your talent strategy!

Here's a novel concept: recruit manufacturing skilled trades workers like they're the professionals they are! An idea so crazy it just might work... Rust Belt Recruiting is the outfit that came up with this zany scheme, and their president Taylor Evans joined us to talk all about it. He and his company are right there on the front lines of the war for industrial talent, so his observations are immensely valuable to anyone in manufacturing. Tune in at the links below in the comments section and supercharge your industrial recruiting efforts!