The Founding of Phoenix Masonry: How It All Began
Some thought Christy Crook and her sister, Cindy, were nuts for launching a business in the wake of the Great Recession. But masonry was what they knew. It was the industry their father, Steve Crook dedicate his life to. And despite a recent, dismal spate of personal...
EQ in Construction: How Emotional Intellect Helps Us Thrive
You’re probably already familiar with intelligence quotient (IQ) tests, but an alternative yet equally valuable measurement, emotional quotient (EQ) is becoming increasingly important to the construction industry for hiring, keeping, and managing employees. Read on to...
A Fresh Look At What It’s Like to Be A Woman in Construction
If you’re a woman considering a career in construction, you probably have some questions. You may have heard great things, like that the industry is actively recruiting more women, or that there are lots of opportunities for advancement. You’ve also likely heard...
5 Tips from a Masonry Contractor to Build Strong Teams
As an essential business, we’ve maintained limited operations during this period, but It’s time to fully return to the job site. As rewarding as it for our masons to get to build with their hands in the Colorado sunshine again, working with each other in person after...