Silent Success: How Active Listening Can Speak Volumes In Construction
Posted by Sharie DeHart on Fri, Aug 23, 2024
Topics: Construction Accountant Who Listens, Problem Construction Worker Tips, Contractor Tips, Contractor Operating Tips, Construction Productivity, Production, Active Listening
Number One - Focus On Actions Not Personality Traits
When a construction worker is causing trouble you need to "have a little chat" and talk with them about the results of their actions. Focus on the position or project and the specific actions that are causing the problems. “You need to stop doing _____, and start doing _____” is more effective than playing the blame game or lecturing. “You're screwing _____ up” or “Why can't you get your work done right and on time?” puts the worker in a defensive mood and can lead to a boxing match without time to sell tickets and put up a beer garden.
Topics: Problem Construction Workers, Problem Construction Worker Tips