Recently, we were able to talk to Brianna Heusterberg, Director of Strategic Planning for Mental Health America, about the importance of mental health in the workplace.
Construction equipment is expensive! As a former general contractor, I chose to purchase some equipment, but I also rented some. I would purchase my skid-steer loaders and attachments because of how often they were used and the benefits of having them around the shop. Other equipment, such as lifts or all-terrain forklifts, were rented as projects called for them.
We all experience stress in our jobs at some point. It is nearly impossible to completely avoid stress, and small amounts can be productive and healthy. However, without stress management and healthy coping mechanisms, burnout can begin to surface.