“I have autoimmune diabetes, and my blood sugar was high and I couldn't get it down,” says Shanequa. On Sunday November 22, 2020, Shanequa Deas began having problems with comprehension. “I was sending texts to my medical director that I worked with and also a coworker that worked in Dallas asking, 'Why did I have to work on Sunday? And what presentation was I supposed to give?' And both of them were like, 'You don't work on Sunday and there's no presentation,'" said Shanequa. Mary, Shanequa’s...

THE GAME CHANGER Kim grew up dreaming of being on magazine covers. She plastered her bedroom walls with covers of Glamour and Sports Illustrated. The models were taller and thinner; Kim was shorter and thicker. By the time she was 13, Kim had an unhealthy self-image and dieting became a regular part of her life. Growing up in a dysfunctional home and her battle of losing weight and keeping it off led her to dark places. Then after her father, 47, had a stroke, Kim, 30, committed to get fit. ...

Years ago, I asked for prayer from trusted people who supported me in ministry as I embarked on a pilgrimage and academic journey to Israel. Although I was a leader in various capacities, I knew prayer from other believers was vital. Sometimes we believe if we are leaders in our homes, communities, workplaces, churches, and businesses, we should show strength and not rely on others for prayer. Has that ever been the case for you? Paul gives us a great example of a leader requesting prayer...

I find responding with praise and worship relatively easy when things are going well. But sometimes, I still err on the side of needing to be in control of things when things aren’t going well—praying to the Lord during hardships isn’t my natural bent.  James 5:13 says, “Are any of you suffering hardships? You should pray. Are any of you happy? You should sing praises.” I can do the praise thing, though. When things are going well, “Thank you, Father!” is quick to come from my lips. It’s...

The wall and ceiling industry’s past and present, show it will have a successful future.

Winners will be announced at the official awards ceremony to be held Wednesday, March 2^nd at 1:00pm onsite at the convention in San Antonio, Texas. 

Fresh Coat Painters, a leading national residential and commercial painting franchise with over 170 units, is pleased to announce the appointment of Wayne Scherger as its new Chief Operating Officer.

The U.S. Department of Labor forced a San Diego contractor to pay thousands of dollars to employees for back wages and liquidated damages, reported Amber Coakley of Fox 5 San Diego.

If you are an employer, you know there are strict laws about minimum wages and overtime. But what about the time your workers spend preparing for a job or being trained?

Wall and ceiling spray texture application has traditionally been a frustrating, inefficient and messy experience for professionals and DIYers alike. This year, DAP is reinventing wall and ceiling spray texture in formula, function and finish with the launch of a consistent and reliable product line that delivers a fast-drying, excellent texture match for maximum coverage and professional results.

Join us at our upcoming webinar “Using Spray Textures on Walls and Ceilings for Stunning Results” on Sept. 6 at 2 p.m. ET.

Building on the Titan Impact 440, the best-selling airless paint sprayer in its class, Titan announces the launch of the Impact X 440 electric airless sprayer. This next-generation compact sprayer boasts new technologies as well as performance and productivity features that have only been available on larger sprayers – until now.

Using more technology in business spending has led to breakthroughs in B2B payments.

Tips to get customers to pay you on time.

Electric vehicles and motorized micro-mobility devices (e-bikes and e-scooters) are more popular than ever, but the potential for fire-related hazards associated with the lithium-ion batteries that power these forms of transport is real and often underestimated.

Five critical decisions that can sabotage your exit and retirement.

Huntsman Corporation has named Doug Brady as president of Huntsman Building Solutions.

The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry announced Oct. 2 that The 2023 End-Use Market Survey on the Polyurethanes Industry in the United States, Canada and Mexico is now available for purchase from the ACC store.

How spray foam can fight climate change and help companies achieve their energy goals.

Construction official says “desperate” proposal won’t address root causes of higher fuel prices but will blow a huge hole in the federal highway trust fund and undermine efforts to fix infrastructure.

Introducing the FlexSpray Pro 18V – the future of handheld sprayers from Titan. Built with JetForce Technology, this beast combines the power of airless and the control of HVLP into one versatile sprayer.

On Sept. 4, Werner introduced the new LevelSafe Pro, the easiest and most effective way to level a ladder. Working on uneven ground is a common challenge for the industry. The new Werner LevelSafe Pro system provides an easy and precise way to level a ladder.

Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, announced on Sept. 12 the launch of the new Leica iCON trades solution, which pairs the Leica iCON iCS20 and Leica iCON iCS50 sensors with industry-tailored construction layout workflows. The new solution complements the industry-leading Leica iCON build portfolio.

Centring missions, creating space for discussion and continuing to test and learn will help every charity tailor their approach to online spaces

Dan Corry says funding mechanisms guarantee competition not collaboration, contracts promote short termism and there is a 'real absence of data'

The racial justice charity accepts the wording and statistics used in posts about the Chris Kaba case ‘were not as carefully expressed as they should have been’

Strategic communications is by no means a ‘silver bullet’, but it is a vital part of addressing the challenges we face

In early October, Simpson Strong-Tie hosted nearly 400 high school students during Trades Day events at its facilities in Stockton, California; Riverside, California; and McKinney, Texas.

The deadline for early-bird entries is 11.59pm on 6 February

Disadvantaged areas 'lack the capacity to take on the process of asset ownership', according to a Localis publication

An explanation of a few "whys" of EIFS installation.

EIFS offers reduced energy that can help the Earth’s environment.

The proposed measure presents a ‘real chance’ for meaningful partnership but will require commitment to collaboration, Baroness Delyth Morgan tells the House of Lords

The Buzz Guide features products from a variety of brands in the construction industry.

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution has a small gap, but research suggests that charities tend to pay men about 12 per cent more than women. So how do you bridge the gap?

Offer too little and you risk failing to attract the right candidates. Pay too much and you risk a backlash from donors and beneficiaries. Peter Stanford debates how to determine the right salary for your chief executive

Boards should take the lead in creating the right organisational culture

To be effective, the different ways of handling the finances have to be balanced

As my experiences have shown, you run the risk of being seriously misled if you don't

There have been calls for charities to pay board members to improve both diversity and professionalism in the sector. Liam Kay reports

All the hard work it required to get up to speed on the new data law was worth it because of one extraordinary bonus...

A Utah drywall contractor is suing a developer for work it completed at The Austin Townhomes in Draper, Utah, in May 2023, reported Luke Garrott of Building Salt Lake.

This September, South Valley Drywall held its 29th Annual Customer Appreciation Golf Tournament for 160 of its valued customers and trade partners at Omni Interlocken Golf Club in Colorado. For the event, it partnered with National Sports Center for the Disabled and raised more than $18,000.

USG recently hosted a public tour of its newly opened gypsum quarry in Alabaster Township, Michigan.

Arlington, VA — The Mine Safety and Health Administration is “actively working” toward publishing a proposed rule on respirable crystalline silica, agency administrator Chris Williamson said Oct. 20.

The gap reached 14 per cent last year, research from the charity leaders body Acevo shows

The National Council for Voluntary Organisations says Fair Collective had completed the work it had been contracted to deliver but the consultancy disputes this

Exciting things are on the horizon! After months of planning, designing and refining, MarinoWARE announced the launch of its brand-new website — built just for you.

Unlock the full potential of spray foam in your upcoming business or home project with a few simple tips.