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The Remote Work Revolution: Expert Strategies for Leading Remote Teams

Once a perk, flexible work arrangement has now become the norm.  A recent study from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics highlights that 19.5% of workers were teleworking as of August 2023, and predictions suggest this number will rise. By 2025, an estimated 32.6 million Americans will be [...]
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Powering the Future: KGO Explores Clean Energy Solutions

Renewable energy isn't just the future; it's dynamically shaping our present. Did you know that solar power is projected to become the world's predominant power source by 2050, according to Inspire Clean Energy? A single wind turbine can energize up to 1,500 homes for a year. Contrary to some [...]
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Creating Inclusive Workspaces: Bridging Gender Inclusion and Innovation

Modern design is more than just how things look; it's about making sure everyone is included, especially when we talk about treating all genders equally. This is important because it helps with big issues like protecting the environment and building a better future for everyone. When we listen [...]
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Reimagining Buildings: How Empty Offices Are Getting a Makeover

Since the early 1900’s office buildings have been a staple of corporate America. What began as modest structures, a few stories tall and accommodating only a limited number of employees, has evolved into towering skyscrapers dominating the skylines of major U.S. cities, housing thousands of [...]
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Embracing the Future: Trends in 2024 According to Our Experts

In the ever-evolving landscape of the professional world, the year 2024 promises to bring forth a host of trends that will reshape the way we work and interact within corporate environments. We reached out to our team to gain insights into what they believe will be the key drivers of change in [...]
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Understanding the Role of Sustainability in Commercial Real Estate

Sustainability is more than just a buzzword. Every day, the concept of “sustainability” influences aspects of our lives - from what we eat, to how we invest, and the energy we consume. But what does it truly mean? The UN Commission's 1987 definition paints a clear picture: Meeting the needs of [...]
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Championing Women’s Progress in Construction: Insights from the “Women in Construction” Conference

At KGO, we stand committed to fostering diversity and empowering women within the construction industry—a mission that resonates through our actions and partnerships. Our team recently attended the  17th Annual Women in Construction Conference in the heart of Washington DC. Assistant Project [...]
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Opportunity for Growth – Surgeon General Essential #5

In this blog series surrounding the Surgeon General's Framework, we will be breaking down each of the five essentials for workplace mental-health & well-being and ways you can implement the recommendations into your workplace.To read our recommendations on other essentials here:Essential [...]
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Surgeon Generals Report - Essential 4: Mattering at work

Mattering at Work – Surgeon General Essential #4

In this blog series surrounding the Surgeon General's Framework, we will be breaking down each of the five essentials for workplace mental-health & well-being and ways you can implement the recommendations into your workplace.To read our recommendations on other essentials here:Essential [...]
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Work-Life Harmony – Surgeon General Essential #3

In this blog series surrounding the Surgeon General's Framework, we will be breaking down each of the five essentials for workplace mental-health & well-being and ways you can implement the recommendations into your workplace.To read our recommendations on other essentials here:Essential [...]
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Surgeon General Essential 2 - Community and Connection

Community and Connection – Surgeon General Essential #2

In this blog series surrounding the Surgeon General's Framework, we will be breaking down each of the five essentials for workplace mental-health & well-being and ways you can implement the recommendations into your workplace.To read our recommendations on Essential 1: Protection from [...]
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Protection from Harm – Surgeon General Essential #1

In our last article, we introduced each of the Surgeon General’s Five Essentials for Workplace Mental-Health & Well-Being and discussed ways organizations can implement them into their current physical workplace.In this blog series surrounding the Surgeon General's Framework, we will be [...]
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