As a leader–or an aspiring one–can you better inspire action in others by thinking backwards? According to Simon Sinek, the greatest leaders in history think differently from ordinary ones. Sinek uses what he calls the golden circle to explain how our brains work–and how this knowledge can help you learn to lead in a different way.
If you’re looking for ways to increase employee loyalty and motivation, watch this video. It could turn your brain inside out!
Are you worn out from working overtime? If you haven’t seen it yet, check out this infographic on why working overtime hurts everyone!
Marcianne Kuethen is a Senior Writer at Amtec, where she has written over 700 blog posts in the past 18 years. Her family has led the company across three generations, from her father who founded Amtec in 1959 to her son Barrett who serves as President and CEO today. Outside of writing, she makes art, music, and gardens.
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U.S. construction wage data compiled from BLS OEWS, with median pay by trade, geographic variation, and 2026 wage growth trends.