Masonry Magazine December 1999 Page. 5

Masonry Magazine December 1999 Page. 5

MASONRY
THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE MASONRY CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
Volume 38 Number 6
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 1999

Training and Recruitment Report Card
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In 1992, the U.S. Department of Labor projected that by the year 2005, the entire construction industry will face a shortage of 1 million skilled workers and another study in 1996 continued to support that data. Read what is being done and what you can do to address this issue.

Practicing the Art of Criticism
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Because criticism is so often associated with misunderstandings and even anger, it's frequently avoided in the workplace. Yet, criticism can be a tool of personal and professional growth. Practiced constructively, criticism can actually increase morale in the workplace.

Family Business Tax Savings
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As a matter of course, many masonry contractors are actually in business with their spouses whether they are aware of it or not. Any married couple in business may do so innocently, not aware that our laws and our tax rules may well hold them jointly liable for the income and debts of the masonry operation.

Convention Networking Guide
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Conventions are one of the best ways to make yourself known within your profession or industry. Equally important, conventions are one of the best places to meet people who may help you become more successful. How?.... See page 34.

Block Stands Tall at the Box Office
37
Three case studies show how economical and speedy concrete masonry can be when construction customers and general contractors work with the industry on construction schedules and understand the material and use its many inherent qualities to the fullest.

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Feb 9-10, 2000

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