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Join date: Jan 14, 2021
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Amy Powell is the current author of the Well Works Ink Blog, founder and CEO of Well Works, which designs, builds,
and conducts leadership mindset and communication training for those within the construction industry, and a current Co-Chair of the NOCO Construction Sector Partnership. With over 19 years of experience in the construction industry and an MEd in Adult Education, she is dedicated and passionate about finding impactful ways to support and encourage those working within the construction industry.
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May 7, 2026 ∙ 7 min
Clarifying Empathy: What It Actually Means in Construction Leadership
Empathy is often misunderstood in construction leadership. This article explores what empathy actually looks like on jobsites, why it consistently appears in leadership workshops, and how neuroscience, experience, and perspective shape the way great leaders communicate and lead teams effectively.
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Mar 2, 2026 ∙ 10 min
The Cost of Pushing Through: Protecting Leadership Capacity in Construction
The cost of pushing through in construction is real. Protect your judgment on high-pressure days with practical, neuroscience-informed pre-shift checks: fuel, breath, hydration, rest, recharge. Free PDFs — pocket Leader Card + one-page checklist.
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Feb 23, 2026 ∙ 11 min
From Taverns to Trailers: Ben Franklin’s Junto — For Those of Us in Construction
Status in Construction: This post turns research into field-ready steps — make progression visible, support bridge-people, and lower the status cost of speaking up to improve safety and team well-being.
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