Recently TEXO the North Texas Contractors Association announced a new campaign to support work force development and counter what many  people may consider as a negative perception of a career in the construction industry. I fully support any movement that would bring the best and brightest into an industry that offers so many opportunities professionally and personally.

Whether you started in the trades and are working your way up or you went to college and are looking for a professional career, the construction industry in Texas has a place for you. I can’t think of another industry that has so many great people and companies that are looking to offer you an opportunity to build your career, support your family and live your dream.

As  most of you reading this already know construction offers an opportunity to see the difference you are making, watch as the project takes shape, work alongside others and build relationships that will span a lifetime. It is literally a career that will take you places.

So maybe you can hear it in my writing but, “I have pride in an industry that continues to lead in innovation, safety and helping to keep our economy strong by employing local craftsmen to build our jobs here in Texas.”,  this quote was taken from my LinkedIn profile that I wrote in 2010 when I first developed that page.

So tell me about your pride in this industry, I am interested in your story or your success, how has construction benefited you and if you were speaking to someone interested in joining our ranks what would you say about your experiences. How have you encouraged others to join our ranks and and lead in our industry.

I encourage you to post in the comments section below and tell us about how you have helped to Build Texas Proud!

J. Hughes
Project Superintendent

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