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BUSINESS NEWS BOWMAN SELECTED FOR BOSTON’S ROSLINDALE AND MAVERICK SQUARES TRANSPORTATION ACTION PLAN AND DESIGN Bowman Consulting Group Ltd., a national engineering services firm delivering infrastructure solutions and program management services to customers who own, develop and maintain the built environment, has been selected by the City of Boston’s Transportation Department to oversee planning, engineering and community engagement efforts for the Roslindale and Maverick Squares Transportation Action Plan and Design. The project aims to enhance multimodal
transportation and public spaces in Roslindale Square in Boston’s Roslindale neighborhood and Maverick Square in East Boston, two critical commercial and community hubs located nearly 7.5 miles apart. With a high volume of visitors arriving by transit, bike or foot, the initiative focuses on improving safety, accessibility and connectivity in these neighborhoods. Bowman will build on the previous planning initiatives in both neighborhoods to develop a comprehensive understanding of the current conditions and design context and work closely with local stakeholders to develop community- informed designs.
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HOW FIRMS CAN ADDRESS THESE CHALLENGES. Understanding and addressing the concerns of mid-career employees and middle managers is vital for firms that want to retain talent and maintain a motivated workforce. Here are some strategies: ■ Strengthen career development programs. Providing mentorship, leadership training, and clear paths for advancement can help mid-career professionals feel more valued and invested in their roles. ■ Enhance workplace flexibility. Encouraging flexible work arrangements and supporting work-life balance initiatives can help reduce stress and burnout. ■ Improve recognition and compensation. Ensuring that performance is rewarded over longevity and that achievements are acknowledged can help boost morale among this demographic. ■ Increase leadership transparency. Open communication about company vision, career growth opportunities, and organizational changes can build trust and engagement. ■ Invest in middle management support. Since middle managers are key drivers of employee experience, organizations should ensure they receive proper training, recognition, and resources to succeed. You can’t improve what you don’t know. Understanding the challenges faced by your mid-career professionals is key to fostering a more engaged and satisfied workforce. Firms that take the time to analyze employee sentiment can create policies that support staff at every career stage, ultimately driving productivity and retention. Zweig Group’s Best Firms To Work For Award provides firm leaders with the industry’s most comprehensive employee sentiment data, offering valuable insights to benchmark workplace culture and identify areas for improvement. With access to more than 2 million data points annually, participating firms gain the knowledge needed to enhance employee satisfaction and build a thriving workplace. Learn more here. Kyle Ahern is manager of Awards and Analytics at Zweig Group. Contact him at kahern@ zweiggroup.com.
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