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immigration reform and control act

Heightened Immigration Enforcement by the Trump Administration

With a little attention to detail, employers should avoid fines resulting from a surprise immigration investigation.
Richard Alaniz
September 13, 2017
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Issues surrounding immigration have been a focal point for employers since the 1986 passage of the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA).
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urban heat islands

Cool Roof Coatings and Urban Heat Islands

Jim Hoff
September 13, 2017
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urban regions have become much warmer than their rural surroundings, forming a "heat island" of higher temperatures.
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leadership

Better Leadership Means Better Employees

Good management is important, but it shouldn’t be confused with good leadership.
Monroe Porter
September 13, 2017
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Being a better leader as owner or upper management in your company is one of the most valuable qualities you have to offer as a small business.
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Life Interrupted: Houston Roofers After Hurricane Harvey

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
September 5, 2017
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For the good people in Texas and Louisiana who were impacted by Hurricane Harvey, life will never be the same.
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exit planning

Ten Tips Roofing Contractors Should Know About Succession Planning

Every owner must realize his or her role with a successor is to make sure they’re prepared to lead the company.
Kevin Kennedy, author of The Contractor’s 60-Minute Exit Plan
Kevin Kennedy
August 21, 2017
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A benchmark company will have a written strategic succession plan.
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drug testing

To Test or Not to Test?

OSHA’s new anti-retaliation rule creates challenges for roofing contractors that use drug-testing procedures.
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
August 15, 2017
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Amid the rapid changes in marijuana policy and OSHA's controversial new Anti-Retaliation Rule, employers face challenges when implementing policies for drug testing and accident reporting.
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women in roofing

Advancing Women in Roofing: A Sustainable and Profitable Strategy

NWiR’s growth reflects a solid cross-section of the roofing industry, with members consisting of contractors, consultants, distributors, and manufacturers.
Jim Hoff
August 15, 2017
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Companies that involve women in ownership and management may be more sustainable than other firms, delivering big wins for business and society.
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federal regulations

Feds Increase Scrutiny of Employer Handbook Provisions

Richard Alaniz
August 11, 2017
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Under President Donald Trump's administration, employers may be able to anticipate many changes in the regulatory and legal environment.
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immigrant workers

Are You Realistic When Dealing with an Immigrant Workforce?

Regardless of who you hire, know their potential. Education levels and abilities aren’t all the same.
Monroe Porter
August 4, 2017
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The roofing industry has always recruited hard workers and taught them a craft.
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Women in Roofing: A Clear Win-Win

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
August 4, 2017
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I believe there are no jobs in the roofing industry that cannot be handled by a woman.
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