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October 31, 2005
The Best Industry in the United States
My child is in college. She is starting to ask about industries and careers. Olivia has made me think further about what construction contracting has to offer her. I have concluded it is the best career a young person could choose. You may not believe it, but, the facts will show our business is unmatched. It offers participants long term tangible benefits. However, many people will argue. Let me show you the many virtues our industry has. You be the judge.
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Matt Stevens is a management consultant who works only with construction contractors. He has performed training and business consultation for the contracting community since 1994. Matt can be reached at mstevens@stevensci.com.
Posted by Matthew S. Stevens at October 31, 2005 04:18 AM
Comments
Matt, this is well-written and reflects much insight. This encourges contractors to be proud of what they have and pass it own to the next generation.
Posted by: Rob Sumner at March 16, 2005 10:54 PM
Matt,
Well done, I agree with most of what you said. Having left and returned to the construction business more than once, I share your passion for it.
It is not for the weak of heart, soul or mind. It will test your very being if you are not careful. The competititon does not go away, but you can get a leg up on it if you do your job well.
Posted by: Paul Williams at September 19, 2005 08:05 AM
Good article I agree with all that you said. I am currently retired from the industry. Made a great living that allowed me to retire early. Miss the business and somewht tempted to return. Bob Shaffer
Posted by: Bob Shaffer at September 26, 2005 03:51 PM
matt ,
I agree with your article having been in the business working for someone else for 18 years. Now that I have choosen to start my own business in the industry it is not as easy as one would think. People that worked with me in the business wont commit to me as a business owner. so there is a double edged sword.
marita
Posted by: marita at October 10, 2005 11:16 AM