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After a very brief ‘shutdown’ in the wee hours of Saturday, March 23, Congress finally got its work done to fund the government. Neither Democrats nor Republicans were particularly pleased with the outcome; the hallmark of a successful compromise. Unfortunately for Speaker Mike Johnson, who currently has a one-vote majority in the House and a small but vocal faction of his Caucus that has threatened to oust him, this isn’t something he can just brush over.

Job descriptions are brief written explanations that outline the responsibilities and requirements of a role. Crafting the right job description will help attract the most qualified candidate—and with millions of job listings on different websites, a well-crafted job description will help you stand out.

Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized the job market in recent years, spawning roles like data analysts, machine learning engineers and AI ethicists. To thrive in their positions, employees must exhibit a blend of both technical and soft skills.

The tragic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge last week—claiming the lives of six construction workers—has residents in the Baltimore area in shock.

Education is an asset that continues throughout your life. It doesn’t end after high school or college. Even in the workplace, your ability to learn is highly valuable.

In construction, the mechanic’s lien is an important legal instrument protecting laborers and suppliers. Without it, contractors and subcontractors lose legal protection, resulting in significant losses. From the labyrinth of statutory requirements to the pitfalls of strict deadlines, we’ll explore why Texas stands out as one of the most challenging states in the nation for lien filings.

NACM’s March Credit Managers’ Index (CMI) improved to its highest reading since 2023 with a jump of 2.5 points. Why it matters: Now sitting at 54.9, the Survey indicates some relief for the business economy. “The CMI seems to be picking up some steam, with a second month of improvement and a breakout of the tight band in which it had been for eight months,” said NACM Economist Amy Crews Cutts, Ph.D., CBE.

A lien waiver is a legal document that relinquishes a party’s right to claim a lien on a property or asset. It is commonly used in construction projects, where subcontractors or suppliers may have a right to place a lien on the property to secure payment for their services or materials. By signing a lien waiver, these parties agree to waive their right to file a lien against the property in exchange for payment or other consideration.