{"product_id":"the-human-side-of-construction-isbn-9781394266203","title":"The Human Side of Construction","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn incisive guide to navigating the construction industry and dealing with the people who work in it\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the newly revised second edition of \u003ci\u003eThe Human Side of Construction: How to Ensure a Successful, Sustainable, and Profitable Career as an AEC Professional\u003c\/i\u003e, renowned construction professional Angelo Suntres delivers an insightful discussion of the root cause of many of the issues plaguing the construction industry today—the lack of human connection. Suntres explains that, in an industry undergoing dramatic changes driven by technology, innovation, and new ways of working, construction professionals will need to make a fundamental shift in the way they think and operate. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book walks you through how to connect and collaborate with others in the industry and how to address the most common challenges you’ll face every day in construction. You’ll find: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA thorough introduction to relationship building and effective communication with construction industry personnel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComprehensive explorations of what the construction industry is really like, including real-world examples and techniques to advance your career\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical discussions of how to find a job that you’ll thrive in and how to stand out from the crowd\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn-depth treatments of sustainability, diversity, equity, and inclusion in the construction industry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerfect for construction industry professionals, including project managers, contractors, and engineers, \u003ci\u003eThe Human Side of Construction\u003c\/i\u003e will also benefit property owners and managers who regularly deal with people involved in construction. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout the Author xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 Human Connection – The Key to Influence 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRelationships Will Determine Your Success 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis Will Improve Your Life 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow It Worked for Me 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow It Can Change the World 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 Your Network is Your Net Worth 11\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDevelop Your Support System or Perish 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Engage with People Effectively 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDo You Really Need a Mentor? 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Diversify for Sustainable Success 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 Basic Human Connection Skills 23\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrust – The Foundation 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunication – The Glue 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmpathy – The Ultimate Connector 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHumor – The Icing on Top 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 Your Career Arsenal 35\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEducation Versus Experience 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Leverage Everything You Have 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearn From Other’s Mistakes 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 We Are All Salespeople 43\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFind Your Value Proposition 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Sell Yourself 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 Where Has the Trust Gone? 49\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy There is Low Trust in Construction 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Get It Back 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 Dealing with Toxicity 55\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorkplace Warning Signs 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePersonal Traits to Avoid 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8 Critical Traits to Embrace 61\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCare for People and They Will Care for You 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChange is Constant – Adapt and Overcome 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e9 Key Skills for Success 67\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDon’t Just Network – Connect 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Do More with Less 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConflict Resolution – Seek Win-Win 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10 Provide Solutions to Big Problems 75\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesign Problem 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorker Problem 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGenerational Problem 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e11 The Special Sauce 83\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnow the Basics Really Well 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFocus on People, Not Things 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 Smash Limiting Beliefs 87\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFailure Is Not the End 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMistakes Make You Better 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e13 Big Picture Mindset 93\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeep the End in Mind 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDon’t Sweat the Small Stuff 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e14 Fair Treatment for All 99\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Change the Industry 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSustainability: Beyond Design Principles 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReducing Inequalities 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e15 Great People Ask Great Questions 107\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions Bring Immense Value 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen to Probe and When to Back Off 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e16 Barriers to Human Connection 113\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTechnology Is Divisive 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntegrity Is Hard to Find 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTime is Spent Ineffectively 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIgnorance Is Not Bliss 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e17 Dealing with Adversity 121\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou Will Get Knocked Down 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with Job Loss and Unemployment 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e18 Conclusion 127\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A Find Your Calling 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B Find Your Place 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix C Let’s Get Real 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 149\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAngelo Suntres\u003c\/b\u003e is a passionate leader in the construction industry with 20 years of experience in designing and building in all sectors. 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