As you all know, LEED is a driving force in the in the green industrial revolution as companies become more aware of their environmental responsibility. Cradle to Cradle certification became a much bigger part when LEED v4 launched in 2013. Previous versions of LEED didn’t specifically include credits for Cradle to Cradle Certification. According to
Author: Mary-Carel Verden
Seven Steps to Become a More Likable Boss
We’ve all had them. That boss that’s hard, if not impossible, to like. They are detached, abusive, a bully, unsympathetic, rude, or just plain irritating. They are experts at killing morale and team spirit. They are exactly the kind of boss you don’t want to be but always fear you might be, if only a
NBMDA and ISFA Form Strategic Partnership
The North American Building Material Distribution Association (NBMDA) and the International Surface Fabricators Association (ISFA) are pleased to announce a new strategic partnership designed to enhance communication and collaboration between the two industry trade associations. The overall objective of the relationship is to enhance the training opportunities available to surface fabricators by leveraging the local
The Future of the Wood Products Industry
For thousands of years, humanity has used wood to make life easier. Innovation has been constant as each generation produces new craftsman with new ideas on how to use wood more effectively and efficiently. Today a program established by West Virginia University will guarantee that innovation will continue into the future. The Wood Science and
Better Sleep Is Good Business
There is a chronic, growing shortage in the workplace these days. It affects, efficiency, productivity, focus, and a host of other factors, It’s not money, employees, time, or innovation. It’s something we desperately need, but all too seldom find; a good night’s sleep. When you’re scrambling to meet the needs of your business, it’s all
Apps for Your Business and You
Every day I receive emails about apps for business that I think would be useful. They run the gamut as to what they do, so I have a difficult time deciding how to organize them into an article. So, I won’t. Here, in no particular order, are some apps to help you run your business
Increasing Existing Customer Sales
New business is one leg of a three-legged income stool that supports every business out there. Owners spend a large part of their time either thinking of ways to find new business or putting those plans into action. The second part is servicing existing customer sales and handling their regular orders. That brings us to
Coping With Stress
Merriam-Webster defines stress as “a state of mental tension and worry caused by problems in your life, work, etc.” Sound familiar? We all experience stress at work for a variety of reasons. It can affect your job performance, your appetite, and your sleep. It’s not something you have to deal with. Here are some ways
Be a Toxic Avenger
The toxic workplace. We’ve all either heard of one or work in one. The workplace where everyone is out for themselves, plotting and backstabbing are commonplace, morale is low, and employees are disengaged and uncomfortable. Bosses don’t intend to create that sort of environment, but it can happen nonetheless. If it happens to your business,
Standing Out in the Email Crowd
It’s a big, bad email world out there. The numbers are staggering. On an average day, there are 196.3 billion emails sent worldwide. Of those, 109 billion are business emails. That’s around two emails for every person who has ever lived, EVER. So in all that, how can you expect your emails to be seen,