There’s a massive need for broadband technicians to complete what needs to be done in digital infrastructure over the next several years.
New research from the Institute for Women’s Policy Research shows that tradeswomen are less likely to be promoted, retained on core crews, and receive the same technical training as their male counterparts.
Union membership pays significant dividends to women, including higher wages and a narrower wage gap.
Employers in the construction industry must be vigilant in their efforts to protect women from sexual abuse and discrimination in the workplace.
As a utility pole inspector, Krista Rockenbach loves that she’s always somewhere new.
To build a strong skilled trades workforce, girls must be introduced. Early.
To overcome workplace challenges, this craftswoman is learning to embrace her achievements, celebrate progress, and continue to challenge herself.
MyWIC is developing America’s next generation of female leaders by teaching them about the construction and skilled trades industry.
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Throwing more women at the problem will not fundamentally change the culture. The culture must be addressed first.
How a Japanese tenet led to a transformative tech infrastructure upgrade for national architecture firm.
Five simple moves to up your MOXY.
70% of people in 2016 were hired at a company where they had a connection.
Lori Griffin, the first woman backhoe owner-operator in Southern California, encountered constant scrutiny and prejudice but worked diligently to prove herself and succeed.
Rising from homelessness and living paycheck to paycheck, Janay White transformed her life through sheer determination and hard work.
Initially a builder of things, Kathryn Hart Tinnesz is now a builder of networks, helping construction professionals find their voice through podcasting and career development resources.
Twenty-five years of experience in construction has helped this mom best respond to her son’s inquisitiveness about the world around him.
This mom gets to tuck her kids in every night. That, plus earning a salary that supports her family, makes all the difference in the world.
A colleague said there was no way she could get a trucking license. So…she did.
A telecommunications newbie shares her persepctive.
“It has been really instrumental for me to find my people, seek out mentors, work with reputable companies and be my own champion above all.”
“Be the change you seek. You belong in the room, at the table, the head of the table, and you even have the capability to create new rooms.”