Conclusion
This has been a good assignment for
several reasons. First, the entire process of performing this task has been an
exercise in filtering a large amount of data into a small, detailed, and
workable plan of action. Since we will be required to do this in our careers, it
is important to develop the skills required to do that. Secondly, it has allowed
me to gather my thoughts, as they relate to the subjects that the speakers
covered. In going through this process, there are some important themes that
have come to light. The broad topics of technology, strategic planning, employee
recruitment and retention, and meetings skills are all extremely important to
our business. The executives that I spoke with throughout this class and in my
interview reiterated this fact again, and again. The common strand that ties all
of these together is good communication.
For example, much of the new technology that we utilize today is about
facilitating efficient, and effective communication. These technologies, offer
ways for us to collaborate on all levels thought the construction process. Also,
a large part of strategic decision-making involves communicating the decision to
the levels of the company that will actually put the decision into practice. If
a decision of this magnitude is not effectively organized and communicated by
management, the decision will become a moot point. Also, Drew Yantis said that
holder Construction Co takes much the same position with its recruits that it
does with its customers. They are engaged in communicating an impression about
that company that is hopefully favorable. Finally, meetings are obviously the
ultimate communications forum. From body language, atmosphere, and tone, to the
presentation itself, meetings encompass many levels of communication.
Since communication is such an important issue in the construction
industry, and in all business, we should continue to develop our communications
skills on all levels. Through looking at varied mediums for communicating, we
can learn many things. We should continue to observe these different
environments so that we can continue gain valuable knowledge that will serve us
well throughout our careers.