Doing What is Necessary

We get to be part of the organizational reviews for contractors across the country.

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Obviously, the goal is to keep people in positions they are best and happiest at. But that isn't always an option and the people who are admired the most are those that have versatility, positive attitudes, good learning abilities, are team players, and put the love of winning with their team ahead of what makes them comfortable or happy in the moment.  

We've seen lots of talented people who are focused on only what they love or are comfortable doing, even if the team needs something else. That never ends well.

On the other hand, I've never seen anyone who consistently did whatever it took for the team to win, including developing new capabilities, who wasn't wealthy in all aspects of their life. 

Graph: Balancing Our Highest and Best Use on the Team, Things We Love Doing, and Things We Are Best on the Team At. Quote: It is no use saying we are doing our best. you have got to succeed in doing what is necessary. Winston Churchill



Headcount, Management Structure, and Systems
Your management structure and systems must be able to support your forecasted 2-month peak headcount, including the ramp-up to that peak.
Definition - Competency
The ability to do something (skill) at a certain level of performance (standard). A Skill Performed to Standard.
Retirement Onboarding - Over Involvement
As construction business owners go through succession and their own retirement onboarding, it is important that they stay involved in the business and industry at some level.