Category Business

The Power of A Construction Degree.

The topic of a construction degree can start quite the heated debate. It seems you’re either #TeamDegree or #TeamExperience. While there isn’t a right or wrong side of the fence to be on when it comes to this debate, you should be informed as to what the pros and cons of each side are. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics 2011-2012 Occupational Outlook Handbook, employment of construction managers is projected to increase by 17 percent, faster than average for all occupations.  The Bureau of Labor Statistics also states that… Read more

Ways To Make Employees Quit!

Building Team Solutions is about connecting qualified people with the right employer. Our blog always is offering tips on how to reward employees, find great employees, and so forth. But, what about your turnover rate- do you find yourself constantly seeking new employees? If so, why? It’s time for us to help you address a difficult topic. If you’re treating all your employees the same, your not doing right by your company.  Why should one employee strive to produce more than another when the results and treatment by you will… Read more

Motivating Construction Workers.

The key to developing a great team of construction workers is motivation. It is hard enough to find the most qualified people who are also a right match for your company’s culture. Once you do hire the best matches for your company, the challenge becomes keeping your employees engaged. This is true for the construction industry- as it is for any business! ConstructionBusinessOwner.com recently cited, “People have different life experiences, backgrounds, beliefs, needs, goals and personal pressures. Most people don’t think the same as you do. (They have different personalities… Read more

Got Jobs? We Do!

We are connecting people with permanent work.  We love helping businesses and qualified individuals connect and become a win-win situation.  Our latest permanent positions are below. Did you know that you can apply for these jobs directly through our website? It’s true. We are here to help. You can call us at anytime if you have questions about these positions,  are looking to relocate to the Texas area, or need assistance applying for any of these jobs online. Operations and logistics manager, Austin Operations manager for service co., Austin Rock… Read more

Email 101? Why This Post Is Needed!

I do a lot of business via email. I’m constantly seeking to match companies with the right applicants.  Email can be tricky, even today’s tech savvy culture. I find that all the filters and buttons that are comprised to help us better navigate email actually add snags to my day-to-day tasks. I’m dedicating this blog post to “Email 101” because I’ve developed some tips to help other business owners manager their email accounts with ease.  I love when other business owners, even employees, share ideas with me that make productivity… Read more

Make Better Business Decisions

Hiring a new employee is a major decision. How do you know if you’re making the right one? What happens if he or she isn’t the right match for your company? Although we here at Building Team Solutions eliminate a lot of the worry, making a great decision when hiring a  new person (or any business decision) can be easy! To make a great decision try trusting your gut. There is a study out citing that the heart can predict images (positive and negative) faster then the brain. If you… Read more

The Importance of High Voltage Electricians & Power Plant Personnel.

Our staff at Building Team Solutions is aware of how valuable High Voltage Electricians and Power Plant Personnel are.  To define the basic elements of these positions, let’s review the key components.  Power plant electricians are responsible for installing and maintaining electric, pneumatic and hydraulic power plant equipment. They also run and repair all plant electrical and control systems such as AC and DC motors, transformers, station batteries and combustion turbine electrical equipment. But there is more to their jobs, as with any type of employment.Our company helps other… Read more

Our CEO Is Going To Prison!

Our CEO is going to prison. It is true. Britanie Olvera is part of the Prison Entrepreneurial Program.  On Saturday, April 20th our CEO is volunteering her time to help inmates learn business skills and obtain jobs (or start a business) upon release. Ms. Olvera is heading to a Texas prison in Cleveland, Texas as a VIP for the Prison Entrepreneurial Program. “I’m honored to serve alongside other Texas-based businesses,” said Ms. Olvera. “This program is an opportunity to help save communities money and it also generates reformed citizens and… Read more

Are You A Great Employer?

Many people would agree that Bill Gates is a great employer. But what makes him a great? Can you tell if you’re a great employer or not? Well, I have some tips to help you understand what aspects make someone a fantastic employer. They’re listed below. #1.  Know people are working for something other then a payday. Most people don’t just have a job to get by. Many people are seeking out opportunities and know that they have to start somewhere. If you continuously promote from within then you are… Read more

We’re At Women’s Business Council Southwest!

Our company is attending  Women’s Business Council Southwest in Dallas, Texas. The Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) provides the most widely recognized and respected certification in the United States for women’s business enterprises (WBE).  Incorporated as a not-for-profit organization, the mission of the Council was to provide and increase mutually beneficial procurement opportunities for women-owned businesses in corporate, government and institutional arenas, focusing on the north Texas area. We are proud to be WBENC certified and a part of this event. Many people don’t understand that there still is… Read more