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Mandy McIntyre - RCS Influencer
Toasting a decade of excellence at the 2026 NWIR Days!
By Emma Peterson. Honor the past, celebrate the present and get ready for the future at this year’s NWIR conference! Originally conceived in 2014, but officially founded in 2016, the National Women in Roofing (NWIR)'s goal has always been to support the women “breaking by pursuing a variety ...
It’s time to talk about mental health
By Emma Peterson. The first step to suicide prevention in the trades? Talking about it. Join industry leaders for a conversation about suicide prevention. Editor’s note: This article discusses mental health and mental health struggles (including suicide) that might be hard for some to read. The goal is to educate ...
Can you provide guidance on effectively onboarding new employees to align with the company culture?
First impressions matter, so start the onboarding process before day one. Send a welcome email with information about the company’s mission, values and what to expect. This sets the tone and eases first-day nerves. On their first day, make it personal. A warm welcome from leadership and team members goes ...
What are some innovative approaches to talent development and retention?
In the roofing industry, attracting and keeping top talent is critical for long-term success. One innovative approach to talent development is cross-training across specialties. For example, a crew member focused on installations could learn project management or safety compliance. This not only builds skills but also keeps employees engaged by ...
Mental health is a safety concern
By Dani Sheehan. By addressing mental health as a core component of safety, the roofing industry can reduce risks and build a culture of resilience and care that benefits both workers and employers alike. When we think about safety in the construction industry, the conversation often centers on visible hazards: fall risks, ...
How one contractor is confronting mental health in construction
By Jesse Sanchez. Mississippi roofing company tackles the mental health crisis in construction to help prevent suicide. In the construction industry, where suicide rates remain alarmingly high, Graham Roofing, a small business in West Point, Mississippi, has taken significant steps to address the issue by implementing a comprehensive ...
RoofersCoffeeShop® Announces 2024 Influencers for its Coffee Shop Communities
RCS Influencers celebrates its eighth year of giving back to the industries it serves. RoofersCoffeeShop, the award-winning website where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business, announces the 2024 Coffee Shop Influencers for RoofersCoffeeShop, MetalCoffeeShop™ and CoatingsCoffeeShop™. Each month these Influencers respond to a topic ...
Growing company culture during the holidays
RCS Influencer Mandy McIntyre says it's important to recognize that you probably have employees that celebrate other holidays. Editor's note: The following is a transcript of a conversation between Multimedia Manager Megan Ellsworth and Mandy McIntyre, owner of Level Up Consultants. You can listen to the interview or read the transcript ...
¡Celébralo con Nosotros! Learn About Latino Culture This Hispanic Heritage Month
By Dani Sheehan. Building cross-cultural connections starts by entering the conversation. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning something new about your Latino coworkers. September 15 to October 15 marks National Hispanic Heritage Month each year in the United States. Its purpose is to celebrate the history, culture and contributions of ...
Meet the Best in The Midwest at the 2023 MRCA Conference
By Evelyn Witterholt. The MRCA 2023 Conference will be held in Omaha, Nebraska on October 18-20, 2023. Midwest roofing contractors rejoice! The Midwest Roofing Contractors Association’s (MRCA) 2023 Conference is right around the corner. On October 18-20, join hundreds of roofing contractors, builders, consultants and more as they meet in ...
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