This book provides a unique and comprehensive survey of changes and trends in the construction industry focusing on the post-war years and emphasizing their contemporary and future relevance.

This book provides a unique and comprehensive survey of changes and trends in the construction industry focusing on the post-war years and emphasizing their contemporary and future relevance.

This book covers what every person who wants to lead in the construction business needs to know. The author, himself a recognized leader in the field, draws upon his own vast experience to develop the concept of the ¿Alpha Dog¿ or a genuine leader not afraid to take risks and able to move the industry forward. Among many other topics, the book covers: excuses for not stepping forward as a leader; the need for self-knowledge; a leader¿s true role; managing policy, structure, talent, and problems; motivating and mentoring others; and key words to live by.