by Vicky Bello | Nov 18, 2025 | Construction Industry, Holidays, Industry Insights, Workplace Value
When you look up the meaning of thankful, the synonyms are what you would expect: appreciative, grateful, and well pleased. A surprise to me was that in addition to the expected descriptions, the word “relieved” is listed as a synonym for thankful. It totally makes... by Vicky Bello | Nov 4, 2025 | Career Clarity, Construction Industry
Over a period of 19 years, when Southeast Florida had a local chapter of the American Society of Professional Estimators, I had the privilege of serving as Chapter Secretary. Within that role, the art of estimating was revealed to me, far beyond what I ever... by Vicky Bello | Oct 21, 2025 | Career Clarity, Career Development, Construction Industry, Industry Insights, Workplace Behaviors, Workplace Value
After decades immersed with construction management from the field to the boardroom, and almost three decades walking alongside professionals as they navigate career decisions, I’ve seen how easily even the most talented people can drift off course. In our industry,... by Vicky Bello | Oct 7, 2025 | Construction Leadership
When a Title Becomes a Trap February of 2023, after having a couple of candidates turn down career opportunities because they felt the title the role offered was a step back – a common sign of poor construction career alignment that can impact long-term... by Vicky Bello | Sep 12, 2025 | Career Development, Construction Industry
This past Labor Day weekend, while traveling, I couldn’t help but notice the contrast across construction sites. Many were completely shut down, some as early as noon on Friday, yet others had managers and tradespeople working at various points throughout the weekend....
