Talent Management that Taps the Semantic Cloud

Talent Management that Taps the Semantic CloudTalent Management that Taps the Semantic CloudTalent Management that Taps the Semantic Cloud Rossheim, Senior Contributing WriterLarge employers with complex and rapidly evolving labor needs require an integrated talent management system that will support long-term success.Unfortunately, such a solution has been easy to imagine but nearly impossible to realize.To that end, HR executives look to data mining and data analyticsto boost the power of their workforce planning, allowing them to anticipate specific needs for learning and development programs that can fill potential talent shortages.Knowing that recruiters can miss opportunities to fill openings internally, HR leaders also covet semantic searchto identify talent in whatever terms it is described and wherever in the enterprise it resides from employee resumes to job descriptions or profiles on SharePoint sites.Organizations are used to looking at their own workforce data and at e xternal data, says Mollie Lombardi, research director of Aberdeen Groups human capital management practice in Boston.Now they want to look at internal and external at the same time, and its a big challenge, because theres lots of data in different formats. It gets complicated.This complex convergence of data isa challengefor older database searches, which categorize people into pre-determined occupations and classifications. Yet people dont fit neatly into standardized categories.In contrast, semantic searchevaluates themultifaceted skills and experiences within a resume and provides instant candidate matching and analysis against the jobs requirements.Until recently, incorporating semantic search into a talent management system has been prohibitively expense, given the massive computational resourcesit requires.Enter talent management based on semantic wolke computing.An Integrated View of the Workforce and Labor PoolSemantic cloud talent management is beginning to fulfill the pro mise of integrated workforce planning by combining rich workforce data from multiple internal and external sources, while linking with ATS systems and APIs for third-party applications.The world doesnt need yet another talent-management system, says Javid Muhammedali, senior product director for SeeMoreTM, July 2011 entry in the nascent cloud-talent management space. What the world needs is a cloud-based platform to take employers existing systems, integrate them and make them semantic-aware.SeeMore helps identify talent gaps and oversupplies, says Muhammedali, enabling employers to slice and dice a comprehensive database of their internal workforce, together with available workers in the relevant geographic area.It enables executives to recognize possible talent shortfalls, such as a defense contractor with a lot of engineers retiring in 5 or 10 years.The predictive potential of cloud-based talent management allows companies to grow their own talent to meet near-future labor needs, while boosting employee engagement. You can look at undersupplied talents, like customer service representativeswith negotiation skills, then address the shortfall with learning and development, says Muhammedali.Talent managementthat taps the cloud may be able to boost zurckhalten of key employees, and even tell you which categories of employees and which specific employees are flight risks, according to a Deloitte Consulting report on HR in the Cloud.The State of Ohio AdoptsSemanticTalent Management Multinational companies are not alone in seeking to attract and retain top talent. The State of Ohio has partnered with MonstersSeeMoreTM to improve employers visibility into the workforce, and vice versa.If were going to train welders, we want to be sure there are jobs for them, says Mark Birnbrich, project director for Ohio Means Jobs, a state program. We wanted data mining to show what jobs are actually out there in Ohio.Ohios workforce data-mining and job-search system brings toget her jobs posted directly to Ohio Means Jobs it also pools resumes targeted at individuals who live or want to work in Ohio.Employers can then query the states workforce database in detail job seekers can see where their skills are needed.We receive and fulfill requests from economic development people with needs from employers, says Birnbrich. I had a request from a city that wanted to know how many fork-lift operators Ohio has. I searched our database of 2.1 million resumes and within 5 minutes I sent them an email saying that there are 2,700 people with fork-lift operator as their job title, and that 270 have Microsoft Excel experience and 420 have done inventory management.The state of Ohio hopes that this sort of actionable information will boost employers confidence that theyll be able to field the workforce required to build their businesses and deliver qualified candidates when the time comes.Fast, Cost-Effective Implementations Enabled by nimble programming techniques, clo ud-based talent management also has the ability to tie into more cumbersome legacy systems to make them semantic-aware. The result promises a rapid return on investment that organizations, both public and private, now typically require.Many SaaS and cloud computing options cost less and are faster to implement than large enterprise systems, says the Deloitte report.In uncertain times, this new talent-management paradigm offers valuable workforce intelligence to point the way forward.Cloud talent management lets you answer the question, Where is the talent for where my business is going, taking into account skills, competencies, geographies, and so on, says Lombardi. You can think about how to get your workforce ready for whats coming in 6 to 12 months. Sometimes you cant find people fast enough, so you have to grow them internally.

Using your morning routine for success 8 habits of the most successful

Using your morning routine for success 8 habits of the most successfulUsing your morning routine for success 8 habits of the most successfulThe way you abflug your day can set the tone for how the rest of it will follow. Your probability of success can fluctuate depending on what you choose to do with those critical hours before your workday gets underway. Thats why the morning routines of leaders can offer insights into how they are able to create the successful businesses, products, and achievements we see today.Related from LaddersThe morning routine experts recommend for peak productivityHow to overcome the Monday morning slumpWant to power up your mornings? Do these 3 things before bedtimeHere are the everyday morning habits of some of the most successful thinkers in the world that you can embrace.1) They dont need alarmsFrom starting a daytime television show to launching her own network, media mogul Oprah Winfrey has proven, time and again, that she can set forth her intention and will it into action. That includes how she wakes up.In a diary, she explained how she sets her internal clockI have never set an alarm, I dont believe in them. They are alarming I put the number in my mind and I wake up before that, usually between 602 and 620, because the dogs are trained to go out around that time. My first thought in the morning is, Oh, Im alive. Thank you 2) They get enough sleepTo wake up without an alarm clock, it helps to get enough sleep. Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, another business leader who also wakes up naturally, says he prioritizes getting eight hours of sleep a night.For me, thats the needed amount to feel energized and excited, he told Thrive Global. To start the best morning routine, you need to prepare for it the night before.3) They wake up earlyMany of the successful people in the world are up and going while the rest of the world sleeps. Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg is known for getting into the office at 7 a.m., while Vogue Editor-in-Chief Ann a Wintour is out playing an hourlong tennis match every day at 545 a.m.If you want to be an early riser, it helps to make your bedroom a waking environment. Businesswoman Martha Stewart said that letting light into her room helps her wake up I have no shades on my windows, so I usually wake up with sunrise, which has been around 5 a.m. I generally read the New YorkTimesright away, she told The Cut.4) They journalJournaling is a well-researched activity known to boost your creativity and relieve your stress. Its a morning habit that writer and activist Janet Mock says she does daily.Mock said that after she gets up at 6 a.m., she sits down to journal Its this thing called Morning Pages, which are three longhand pages. I sit at my desk, and write whatever is on the top of my head, I get all the trash out of my head. Its not great writing, its just like a purge, like there it is, Im over it, its done, its contained.Looking for an inspiring way to start your day? Sign up forMorning Moti vationIts our friendly Facebook ? that will send you a quick note every weekday morning to help you start strong. Sign up here by clicking Get Started5) They exerciseMorning exercise is a daily habit listed by many successful leaders. Actress Gwyneth Paltrow, who is the owner of lifestyle company Goop, said that she regularly works out from 10 a.m. to noon after checking emails. Microsoft co-founder and billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates likes to multitask with his morning treadmill workouts and will watch DVDs from the Teaching Companys Great Courses series while exercising, according to The New York Times.As Niki Leondakis, the CEO of the luxury lifestyle brand Equinox, who regularly does morning yoga, puts it Ive always known that you have to be physically healthy and strong to be mentally healthy and strong. Its all connected.6) They spend time with loved onesBezos has said he does not usually schedule early-morning meetings because he wants to spend that time eating breakfas t with his wife. I wanted her to get the best hours of my day, he told the Wall Street Journal in 1999.7) They go outsideCal Newport, self-improvement author of So Good They Cant Ignore You, goes for a morning walk with his dog when he wakes up. He said that it can be a creative, meditative time. Its dark when the walk starts, but I dont mind the solitude For me, interesting thoughts have a tendency to emerge when the rest of the world is quiet.When playwright and composer Lin-Manuel Miranda was working on his acclaimed musical Hamilton, he told the New York Times that he would start his mornings with long walks outside with his dog, Tobillo Well do two hours in Central Park. It gets my mind going.8) They practice gratitudeBusiness and life coach Tony Robbins has a detailed guide on how we should start our mornings off right. But if motivational incantations, exercise, and Kapalbhati Pranayamayoga breaths are not your style, theres one tip that all of us can do each morning to make our days better practicing gratitude. Robbins recommends slowing down your breaths and thinking of three things you are grateful for today, spending about a minute on each thing. They do not have to be big moments of gratitude, they can be as small as enjoying the cool air on your face.The reason I picked gratitude is because when youre grateful you cant be angry. And when youre grateful you cant be fearful, he explained.

3 ways to believe yourself more than you doubt yourself

3 ways to believe yourself more than you doubt yourself3 ways to believe yourself more than you doubt yourselfYou need a deep sense of self-belief in order to do any of the things that you dream of doing. You need it in order to take the next step, no matter how big (or small). Youll need self-belief to use your voice. Youll need it to do whats right. And youll need it in the quiet moments where the doubt feels bigger than it actually is, threatening to muddy the belief you built.But trust, when youre tapped into that power, it doesnt matter how much the doubt rains down, self-belief will keep you dry. You might feel shivering with the chills of a wet cold. And you may want to high-tail it out of there. But you wont get drenched, because youve got the poncho of self-belief shielding you.Ive got plenty of days where the scales feel like theyll tip and stay forever on the I totally doubt myself side. Weeks where it feels like the doubting is winning. And you know what? Sometimes the do ubt does win, no matter how much Id like it to be otherwise. But coming back from doubt, and tipping the scales of emotion back to self-belief isnt as much of an orchestrated affair as it seems. Often, coming back to believing in yourself, to believe more than you doubt, comes from reminding yourself what youre believing in.Ask yourself why youre doing all of this to begin with. The thing your doubting. The situation. The relationship. Why are you there? Why are you in it? Anchoring matters.Do the thing. Whatever youre bedrngnis acting on, whatever youre not saying, because youre unsure. Do the thing. Belief is built in the building.Reflect. Remind yourself of all the things youve done well. All the times youve doubted and it all worked out. Itll all work out again.When you feel like youre walking the tightrope between doubt and belief, keep your eye on you and youll have all the power youll ever need to not just endure, but to rise.This article was originally posted on MaxieMcCoy.c om.

6 Ways to Balance Life, Work and Caregiving

6 Ways to Balance Life, Work and Caregiving6 Ways to Balance Life, Work and Caregiving Are you taking care of family members or friends while also working a paid job? Youre not alone the majority of family caregivers work at some point during their family caregiving journey. Some have supportive employers others have inflexible work situations, either due to work policies or the logistics of their work. As caregivers,we often feel like we have two jobs because caregiving can be very time-consuming. It doesnt leave much time for the rest of our life or caring for ourselves.Whatever your situation is as a working caregiver, these tips may help you find balance1. Talk with your philanthropisch resources department , manager or supervisor about your situation. If you are experiencing specific problems like the need to take time off due to caregiving responsibilities, suggest solutions like job-sharing, taking leave or telecommuting. You may be able to remain a valuable employee and an effective caregiver with a few adjustments. Be sure to have a backup plan for work if you need to deal with a caregiving crisis.Ask about flexible hours - perhaps starting your workday later so you can help your loved ones in the morning. You might try working a compressed schedule work four longer days and have the fifth day off (or nine longer days and the tenth day off). If your schedule is constantly changing, you could request a set, predictable schedule so you can plan around it. Some caregivers reduce work time by sharing a job with another employee, or changing to part-time work. If your company offers phased-in retirement you could gradually cut back on hours. If your company has multiple locations you might consider transferring to a location that is closer to your loved ones or to your home, or telecommuting, so youll reduce commute time. When my Dad had a hip replacement, I was able to telecommute for a month from my parents home, which made it possi ble for me to help him recuperate and care for Mom, who had suffered a stroke. Become familiar with your companys paid and unpaid leave options. Can you use vacation, personal days or sick time for caregiving? Some companies offer donated leave options so co-workers can give you their unused leave. The federal Family and Medical Leave Act ( FMLA) entitles eligible employees of all public agencies, all public and private elementary and secondary schools, and companies with 50 or more employees who work within a 75-mile speiche to up to 12 weeks a year of unpaid leave as well as job protection (you must have been an employee for at least one year and have worked a minimum of 1250 hours in the past year to qualify), and military caregivers who qualify are entitled to up to 26 weeks off in a year. Some states also have family and medical leave policies, and some smaller employers may also offer options. 5. Ask about any company benefits that might help caregivers. Some employers off er Employee Assistance Program (EAP) benefits or counseling, information and referral, eldercare assessments, legal assistance, financial counseling or help with insurance issues. A few companies even help pay for back-up eldercare if your caregiving plans fall through and you need to work. Your company may also offer things that help you, such as on-site support groups, concierge services (to help with running errands etc.), health and wellness programs or discounts that help you take care of yourself too. You probably feel pressured to meet everyone elses needs your loved ones, your family and other relationships, pets, volunteer work and more, while achieving at work and building your career- not an easy task. So when do you squeeze in time to take care of yourself? I find its important to actually schedule time for me on my calendar - even if its just a ten-minute time slot, including exercising, connecting with friends in person or online, getting creative or engaging in hobbi es and even sleeping, which is often the first thing we sacrifice when busy- but probably what we need the most to keep all the balls in the air. Some people actually change jobs in order to meet their caregiving responsibilities. I became an independent consultant so I could have the maximum flexibility in work hours and location, and I moved across the country to care for my parents. You may consider a less stressful job or one that is less tiring or depleting for you, so you still have energy for caregiving. Before making a job change, be sure to consult with your financial advisor and plan wisely for your own future.Amy Goyer, author of Juggling Life, Work and Caregiving , is a writer, speaker and consultant specializing in caregiving. She serves as AARPs national Family and Caregiving Expert.

Build Your Case for the Senior Executive Service (SES)

Build Your Case for the Senior Executive Service (SES)Build Your Case for the Senior Executive Service (SES)Build Your Case for the Senior Executive Service (SES)Baltimore, MD (PRWEB) November 28, 2011Like in show business, in government there are really no overnight successes. Instead there are the sometimes unnoticed years of preparation, as you head toward future work roles. This concept welches illustrated in Rudolph Giulianis bestseller Leadership, in which the former New York Mayor states that he didnt simply become a great leader on 9-11. Instead he purposefully took on challenges throughout his entire career.In a similar way, you want to aim for ongoing career development. And its important to look at how youre doing so far especially if you hope to enter the governments Senior Executive Service (SES) within five years. The practical reason for this self-assessment is that youre going to have to prove your SES worthiness with specified types of real-life examples. And the me thod for proving your leadership readiness are narratives called Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).If youre not aware of the ECQs, as what you must achieve, you may not be ready for the SES, cautioned Kathryn Troutman, who authored The New SES Application with Diane Hudson Burns. You must gain specific experience and qualifications, plus get them down on paper.Who should consider grooming themselves for the SES? Federal employees eligible to apply for the governments SES-track Career Development Programs (CPDs) come from the manager level, GS-14. Others with a five-year plan of their own could begin around GS-12/13. Applicants for Career Development Programs, offered periodically at different agencies, submit ECQs when applying for a CDP and at the end of their program. All SES applicants must write and submit the ECQ narratives or incorporate them into the new five-page SES resume-based format when responding to a SES vacancy announcement.Troutmans advice to all applicants is to start writing the ECQs right away. This way, you can begin to look at whats missing according to the Office of Personnel Managements required 28 leadership competencies, advised Troutman. One of the best ways to learn about ECQ development is to take a class on how to write the ECQs in the correct format.The New SES Application provides a step-by-step process for writing both the ECQs and the five-page SES resume and is used as the curriculum at Troutmans Federal Career Training Institute for the hands-on January 17-18 workshop in Maryland, focused on writing the ECQs and the five-page SES resume. Attendees also learn to articulate their leadership qualifications for job interviews and networking.In a recent interview, Troutman offered basic tips for thinking about your leadership qualifications and preparing to write the five ECQs.ECQ 1 Leading Change This competency is about leading change, not just implementing it, Troutman explained. It looks for creativity and strategic think ing. Ask yourself, When did I lead change? Why was change needed? What was my role in the change? she recommended. This is not about what your department did, but what you did to lead change.ECQ 2 Leading People The second ECQ centers on the ability to lead people toward meeting the organizations vision. Your example might address conflict management, leveraging diversity, or implementing career development, Troutman said. Ask yourself, Who did I lead? What was going on with them? What were the challenges of their jobs?ECQ 3 Results Driven This is a schriftart A competency, Troutman noted. The third ECQ relates to action, staying on task, following up, and being driven by the desired results. Top leaders are very results driven, like Giuliani was as New Yorks mayor.ECQ 4 Business Acumen To tackle this qualification, you need three heads oriented to finance, human capital and technology. This can be the toughest ECQ, Troutman observed. Government people tend to think about progra ms and policies, rather than business. But think of contracts, procurements and budgets for finance, restructuring, recruitment and training for people, and security, IT security and automation for technology.ECQ 5 Building Coalitions The fifth ECQ is about partnering, political savvy, influencing and negotiating. Troutman said, Ask yourself, How well do I partner with other organizations to achieve goals? How well do I communicate with them? How well do I work with others? Lack of partnering was behind the failure to respond quickly to the Katrina disaster, Troutman noted. Now emergency management has tremendous partnerships between different government levels.Troutmans book The New SES Application is the latest publication from her award-winning Federal Career Publishers. Both the publishing company and training institute grew from her resume-writing firm, The Resume Place, which specializes in federal careers. The Federal Career Training Institute is offering an early bird disco untRQ1 to those who register for the January SES Writing Course before December 22. The SES ECQ Writing Workshop includes two- days of hand-on, interactive developmental writing delivered by a team of top trainers. Each participant will also receive five additional hours of editorial service to help finalize the five-page SES resume.Many people struggle with writing or talking about their leadership accomplishments, remarked Troutman. The January workshop will inspire participants to remember and write their leadership accomplishments, while sharing and brainstorming with colleagues.The process of creating ECQs is very past-performance oriented. Do the groundwork now so you can later prove youre SES ready.GET THE BOOK2nd Edition available Dec.2015$21.95 (includes postage)

The Most Popular Resume Email

The Most Popular Resume Email Even in the event that you craft the ideal emaillele to send a resume, its still true that you require a killer cover letter. In case you decide you need or will need to incorporate a cover letter, its possible to either post the text directly in the email or attach it like a second file along with your resume. As soon as your cover letter is polished and prepared to go, make certain that you get maximum use from it. Your cover letter should clearly state why youre interested in the organization and what you could bring to the organization. Finding the Best Resume Email Proof of capabilities speaks volumes and is an excellent way to become noticed. A great description functions as a possible organic advertisement and encourages the viewer to click through to your website. Messages that seem to be tailored particularly to our needs are somewhat more likely to catch our attention than generic-sounding copy. Most email providers make it simple to attach a document. Make it immediately obvious what sttte youre applying for, and the way in which your skills fit within that sttte. Highlights the ability and skills you have which are regarding the work which you are looking for. The networking email is a good way to contact experts in your field, colleagues, or simply individuals you want to get to know far better. To boost your chances of getting hired, its essential to choose a format which showcases your work experience, skills and abilities inside the absolute most truly strong way. Life, Death and Resume Email Job aspirants must take note of a resume template rather than a programs vitae template. It might be the tight job market, but weve been receiving an increasing number of letters responding to a particular job from candidates who arent in any way qualified for it, she states. Youre asking for some job. Consequently, its important to talk about the job related abilities in detail. Odds are, the reader wont think that its funny, and might even discover that its irritating. Since the subject line is your very first impression, you would like to make certain that your writing is crystal clear and totally free of errors. If there is a single thing that will annoy someone thats reading resumes, it would need to be uncorrected typos. Picking the right resume format can be very a rather confusing therapy. The Resume Email Trap Employers receive a lot of emails every day, and several times, whether an email becomes opened depends entirely on its subject line. More than a few companies block all emails with attachments to stop viruses. Be mindful in regards to the time you decide to send your resume email. Also, its extremely important your own email id appears professional. Resume Email Features When you consider it, the subject line of an email is a rather important bit of real estate. There are steps that you may take to make your resume email stick out from the rest. All you ha ve to do is plug in your information and its prepared to use. If youve got your information facing you, you are able to probably write a good resume in only a couple of minutes. In the present world of fractured digital communication, strong writing is a critical skill, whatever your job title. Youre more inclined to receive a response from a cold email in the event the recipient knows youre seriously interested in pursuing your career of choice, and the ideal way to express that is to clearly show your work. You have an extremely limited period of time to produce an outstanding impression, so should you send a cold email without careful thought and planning, theres a high likelihood that nobody could possibly read it. The ideal time to create any relationship is before you will need something. The subject line should communicate just what the email is all about so the recipient can prioritise the emails importance without needing to open it. Alternatively contact the busin ess and discover out the right name and email address of the individual you should send your email to. When its by email, you might be advised about what format you need to use for your resume, what things to include in the topic line of the email message, and by once the employer should receive it. The Argument About Resume Email Self Development in professionalism is indeed important if looking for work. In an email applying for work, use the job title as the subject line, or so the employer is aware of what position youre interested in. Dont forget a resume isnt a biography, and doesnt need to get every jobs youve ever held in your life, if certain jobs arent associated with the position accessible. So consider what you need to convey to a prospective hiring manager or boss, and write your way to a brand-new job with a subject line that operates Because you dont understand how much of the subject line hiring managers would have the ability to see away from their smartphon es, its important to put the most significant information at the start of the subject line. Dont make the error of linking out to your latest project if it doesnt have anything to do with the job that youre applying for. Mentioning the work title is also useful in case theres an automated filter that categorizes the hiring managers email. If youre positive, folks take note and in return are inclined to be positive towards you. If this is the case, youre making a huge mistake. From here, youll have a targeted list of prospective people youll be able to reach out to. Sometimes when folks are sending a similar email to multiple individuals, they neglect to tailor it to each reader and wind up with the incorrect name or title in the topic line. Dont use HTML or other formatting options as you dont know which email client is used by the recruiter. In case the listing asks you to send your resume in a given format, or asks you to save your resume below a particular name, be cert ain to achieve that. When youve gathered the information that you require, youre prepared to put it into the resume template. Its crucial that you choose the best resume format whenever youre writing the work application for fresher applicant.

Women Leaders at Symantec Want To Meet You

Women Leaders at Symantec Want To Meet You This is an invite-only event for women in technology. Contact hipowertofly.com for the event password if you think this event would be a good fit for your skill set.Symantec PeopleHear about some of the cool things employees get to do at Symantec.Join us on March 13th to meet women leaders at Symantec, Norton and LifeLock who are working to keep your data safe. The event will include a conversation with Symantecs Chief Information Officer Sheila Jordan, and well conclude with networking so you can connect with other top women in tech and Symantecs executives.Register now to claim a spot The evening will include a keynote address by Symantecs Chief Human Resources Officer Amy Cappellanti-Wolf as well as an audience QA with Lily De auf gehts Rios, VP Product Delivery Karen Buffo, Senior Director, Strategic Planning, Cyber Security Services and Aletha Parker-Wood, Sr. Principal Research Engineer Manager.During this event, you can also hear how Symantec is actively working to increase their number of women and underrepresented minority employees by 2020.Also, Symantec is hiring Their benefits include comprehensive health and well-being offerings including medical, dental and vision insurance as well as wellness incentives, voluntary benefits and a flexible workplace. To learn more about Symantec and their open opportunities, visit their page at PowerToFly.About our Events All RSVPd attendees are welcome, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, or age. If you require accommodation to fully participate in this event, please email talentgrowthpowertofly.com, and we will contact you to discuss your specific needs.Related Articles Around the Web America has a cybersecurity crisis Symantec CEO Fuel for our Future - Symantecs Womens Initiative Symantec ... Symantec Eileen Brewer on Shifting the Minds of Women and Girls ... Symantec - Global Leader In Next-Generation Cyber Security ... One of the biggest challenges in almost all industries today is achieving gender parity. Gender diversity provides huge benefits in the workplace. pWhile some industries have made significant advancements in gender diversity, some industries lag further behind... and the construction industry is well-known for being in the latter category. If someone says, construction workers, youll likely picture a group of men in yellow hard hats analyzing an architects plans or laying bricks on top of a scaffold. And men at work signs only help to reinforce this image.pThis stereotype is rooted in reality. When was the last time you actually spotted a woman on a construction site? Or hired a female plumber or carpenter? Your answer is most l ikely never. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statisticsreports that only 3.4% of the total of 8.3 million construction employees are women.pBut the construction industry has a lot more to offer than steel-toed boots and hard hats, and it needs women to help advance the industry in this era of rapid change. Here are 5 reasons why women joining the workforce or looking to make a pivot should consider a career in construction.h21. Fuel Innovation/h2pNot only is diversity the socially and morally right thing to do, but it is also actually an excellent business strategy. pResearch presented in the Harvard geschftliches miteinander Reviewshows that diverse teams develop more innovative ideas. This is further supported by a study conducted by Gallupon the performance of gender-diverse teams versus single-gender teams, which found that the difference in backgrounds and perspectives led to better business performance and problem-solving. h22. Capitalize on Demand/h2pThe construction industry is currently experiencing a labor shortage. The industry itself is booming and projected to be one of the fastest-growing industries, with total spending projected to exceed $1.45 trillion in 2023/a. However, most construction companies are unable to meet the rising demand. pAccording to the Associated General Contractors of America/a, more than 80% of contractors are experiencing difficulties filling hourly craft positions that represent the bulk of the construction workforce.pAnd demand isnt limited to individual contributor roles. Given the industry boom, there are a number of open stable and high-paying roles (any project managers out there?) waiting for the right candidateh23. Leadership Opportunities/h2pAccording to the Bureau of Labor Statistics/a, women compose only 7.7% of the total 1 million managerial positions in construction.br/pBut given the highly collaborative nature of construction work, more women in leadership roles would help drive innovation and enhance productivi ty.Furthermore, as a woman in construction in a leadership position, youd have the unique opportunity to drive change for the industry and make it a more attractive option for other women.h24. High-Income Potential/h2pSalaries for many skilled positions in construction are on the rise, making a construction career a prime choice for women looking for a high-paying job,pThe 2018 Construction Craft Salary Surveyconducted by the National Center for Construction Education and Research revealed that salaries for many skilled craft areas are increasing. Project managers and project supervisors topped the list at $92,523 and $88,355, respectively. The next set of highest-paying jobs include those of combo welders ($71,067), instrumentation technicians ($70,080), pipe welders ($69,222), power line workers ($68,262) and industrial electricians ($67,269). Of the 32 categories of workers in the survey, 19 positions earned an average salary of $60,000 or higher.h25. Sense of accomplishment/h2p The construction industry can give employees a unique sense of achievement. Yes, the job is stressful and the work can be demanding, but nothing beats the feeling of being able to build something from the ground up. pHow many professionals in other industries can point at a school, a hospital, or a skyscraper and say I helped build that?pThe construction industry has a long way to go in combating gender bias and supporting women in the workforce, but given the current demand for workers, theres no better time to pick up a sledgehammer (figurative or literal) and smash the gender stereotypes plaguing the construction industry.