Do not lie if you’re asked why you left your last job, and do not offer made-up stories
How to handle being fired in your next interview?
January 31, 2012
Adapt and thrive. Be a dinosaur and die.
January 6, 2012
Confined Space Training happening on January 20
January 5, 2012
You’ll never get hired if you’re self-employed
November 29, 2011
Las Vegas vs. Buffalo …my perspective.
Las Vegas, NV · November 17, 2011
Fall Protection Requirements Grace Period Ends
November 7, 2011
As of September 15, 2011, the grace period has expired and the new requirements are fully enforceable. The new requirement applies in cases where the building’s end use will be a dwelling and it is constructed of traditional wood frame materials (or equivalent cold-formed sheet metal stud) and methods. Anyone working six (6) feet or more [...]
Buffalo Ranks High in Construction Stability
November 7, 2011
According to a recent survey of 170 metropolitan areas, Buffalo ranks 6th in the nation in stability of its construction sector. The ranking is based on number of building permits issued. Although the Buffalo area saw a 28.5 percent decline over the last five years, most other areas fared much worse.
How do I know when I’m talking with a good headhunter?
October 11, 2011
If you’re a possible candidate for the headhunter’s client, you’ll get an interview in short order. If you’re not a fit, he won’t lead you on. He will move on. You may feel you’ve been dropped, but a busy headhunter won’t spend more time with you than his assignment warrants. He’s not being rude; he’s doing his job.
OSHA 10 Hour safety course offered to our registered job seekers
327 Niagara Street Buffalo NY 14201 · September 15, 2011
Southtowns Remodeling Company Needs an Experienced Roofer / Shingler
orchard park, ny · August 4, 2011
Wanted is an experienced shingler who can boast: high skills in shingling, flashing, troubleshooting, and anything else associated with the complete installation of a residential roofing system. efficiency, urgency, and a great attitude an impressive resume a certification from at least a couple manufactures leadership skills a clean drivers license I’m searching for the best [...]
Kim Tatoian mobilizes fifty tradesmen to help with the Lafayette Hotel
July 29, 2011
So here’s an article that talks about Roco Termini, The Outsource Center, Dorian and Spencer Gaskin, ReUse Action, and even Sen. Mark J. Grisanti––and their contribution to the renovation of the Lafayette Hotel in downtown Buffalo. Sure these folks all doing great things, but no mention of Kim Tatoian, Sarah Tomani, and Teddy Royal who [...]
Women in Plumbing: Plumbing is a great choice.
July 22, 2011
Almost daily I lament the scarcity of women in the construction trades. And further.. the few women that I do see often settle for jobs in demolition. Or worse…they call themselves decorators! Not that there is anything wrong with those jobs––it’s just that there is so much more opportunity out there! All of the skilled trade sectors [...]
NYSERDA Green Training ECC Workforce Development
Become one of the NATIONALLY accredited contracting companies that are increasing in demand for home energy efficiency. ECC Workforce Development offers this first step in national Building Professional Institute Certification.