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What Does It Mean to Be Black in the Construction Industry

Released Saturday, 21st May 2022
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What Does It Mean to Be Black in the Construction Industry

What Does It Mean to Be Black in the Construction Industry

What Does It Mean to Be Black in the Construction Industry

What Does It Mean to Be Black in the Construction Industry

Saturday, 21st May 2022
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We're not surprised that you're asking this question, because it's one we hear a lot. In fact, it's a question that comes up so often that we've decided to put together an easy to listen episode on what it means to be black in the construction industry.

The first thing you need to know is that being black in the construction industry isn't as simple as just being black—it's about all of your identities coming together at once, and how they affect your experience as a person of color working in this field. For example:

You might have never heard of Affirmative Action before, but if you're planning on entering into a career in construction, you'll want to learn all about it! Affirmative Action has been around since 1965 and is designed to help ensure that people from marginalized groups are given equal opportunities for employment and access to benefits like healthcare coverage or retirement plans. On top of all of this amazing stuff, it also means that if there are more qualified candidates than positions available then companies will have to choose from among them based on their qualifications rather than any other factors like race or gender identity!

Another thing you should know about being black in the construction industry is how important it.

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The Black Contractors Network Podcast

Hi, I'm your host Richard W Johnson. Welcome to The Black Contractors Network podcast! You're probably wondering what this podcast is all about. Well, I'm here to tell you that it's more than just a podcast: it's a community. People like you and me who have been in the business of building things, are having a rough go at life, we are all connected by our shared experiences. And together, we can make a difference in our communities by helping each other out and supporting each other. I have been in construction since 1999 and have since then gained a lot of experience and knowledge that I wish to share. On this podcast you'll find a lot of tips and advice related to the center of many important conversations happening in the construction industry, everything from big construction projects to small personal problems that have gotten in the way of your ability to work on them. On each episode, we talk about a different topic related to running a successful business.; we'll talk about how people can work together to find solutions for problems like racial discrimination within the industry; and we'll talk about ways that we can all help each other grow as individuals and professionals. And no matter what comes up, you're not alone. I hope this podcast helps empower you as an individual and as part of the community. Our goal is simple: we want to help people like you take control of their lives and build something amazing with their businesses. So, let's get started!

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