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2 months ago | 
masonrymagazine.com | George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Damian Lang |Cass Stern
Fechino Files: Masonry Apprentice Scholarship Program Recipients Words: Steven FechinoI hope everyone is warm when they read this now that winter is finally beginning to give us a reprieve. As a way to complete the Masonry Apprentice Scholarship Program I wanted to introduce the list of recipients who were awarded in October of 2024. This year, we were able to pull from several new schools and provide the Masonry Tool Bag to students that had not been aware of our program.
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2 months ago | 
masonrymagazine.com | George Hedley |Damian Lang |Steven Fechino |Cass Stern
Business Building: How Subcontractors Can Wow Their Customers!
Being a contractor is hard as there are lots of moving parts out of your control. On every job there are over 5,762 chances to make a mistake, miss a schedule, or tick off customers.
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2 months ago | 
masonrymagazine.com | George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Steven Fechino |Cass Stern
Contractor Tip of the Month: Less is More - How Silence Can Help You Close More Sales Words: Damian LangSales is an art as much as it is a science. It is not just about knowing your products inside and out but also understanding the customer’s mindset. Striking the right balance between listening, speaking, and knowing when to stay silent can make or break a deal. No products can be delivered or work started until you make a sale.
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2 months ago | 
masonrymagazine.com | Justin Stengel |Cass Stern |George Hedley |Dick Dentinger
MASONRY STRONG Podcast, Episode 13 Recap: Mason Hill, Vice President at Hill Masonry, Inc
On this episode of the MASONRY STRONG Podcast, Mason Hill joins the set to dive into his journey in the masonry industry. Where he started, how his passion grew, and where he sees the industry going.
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Jan 16, 2025 | 
masonrymagazine.com | Cass Stern |George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Damian Lang
American Treasure: West Point Cadet Chapel
The West Point Cadet Chapel stands as an enduring symbol of architectural brilliance, blending Gothic Revival grandeur with the precision and artistry of masonry.
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Jan 14, 2025 | 
masonrymagazine.com | Cass Stern |George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Damian Lang
Marvelous Masonry: Temple of Hephaestus Words: Cass SternPhotos: davidionut, ankarb, Apostolos Giontzis, scaliger, Gatsi, MarioGuti, Starcevic, LaraIrimeeva, powerofforeverNestled on the hill of the ancient Agora in Athens, the Temple of Hephaestus stands as one of the best-preserved temples of antiquity. Built between 449 and 415 BCE, this Doric temple dedicated to Hephaestus, the god of fire and craftsmanship, embodies the pinnacle of ancient Greek masonry.
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Jan 3, 2025 | 
masonrymagazine.com | Cass Stern |George Hedley |Damian Lang |Steven Fechino
Chairman's Message: Grab Hold, the Wind Is At Our Back Words: Dick DentingerEach year, the MCAA holds two conventions. The mid-year meeting is held in the late summer or early fall. It’s always hosted at a city or venue that offers more of a boutique convention feel. Any members of the MCAA are welcome, and they gather to hold our committee and mid-year meetings as we steer the association’s direction and goals.
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Jan 3, 2025 | 
masonrymagazine.com | Cass Stern |George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Damian Lang
Fechino Files: Weeps and Term Bar Words: Steven FechinoI hope you are getting through the cold of the winter without issue, maybe even enjoy throwing a snowball (not an ice ball) at a coworker that deserves it. This month I thought I would do a quick primer on basic flashing installation. As many will have new hires, this may be used at a foreman meeting or just for new hire training.
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Jan 3, 2025 | 
masonrymagazine.com | Cass Stern |George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Steven Fechino
Contractor Tip of the Month: Visionary Leadership - Steering the Ship Toward Success Words: Damian LangLeadership often involves charting a course through uncertain waters, much like navigating a ship. While captains are celebrated for skillfully steering vessels to their destinations, another crucial role often goes unnoticed: the lookout. Positioned high in the crow’s nest, the lookout scans the horizon for hidden dangers, ensuring the ship’s path is safe.
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Jul 9, 2024 | 
masonrymagazine.com | Tim Leese |Cass Stern |Stephen Borg |Aaron Vanderkley
Brick: A Resilient Product That Will Make You Proud Words: Allison GoleyOriginating as the very dirt beneath our feet, brick has proven to be a sustainable, enduring solution that has been trusted for hundreds of years. While modern consumerism tends to focus on providing fast, cheap merchandise that is not intended to last, brick is different. The process of manufacturing brick embodies resiliency in its inherently earth-friendly nature.
