Author Archives: C.A. Murren

Fundamental #14 – Deliver Results

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Deliver Results Be productive.  While effort is appreciated, we reward and celebrate results.  Set high goals, use measurements to track your progress, and hold yourself accountable for achieving those results.   The Murren Way Do it safely, right, on time, and on budget. Through our diversified services, teamwork approach and total commitment to quality, C. […]

Fundamental #12 – Be Positive

Be Positive You have the power to choose your attitude.  Choose to be optimistic and see the possibilities.  Give people the benefit of the doubt. Optimism creates energy and energy creates success. The Murren Way Do it safely, right, on time, and on budget. Through our diversified services, teamwork approach and total commitment to quality, […]

Fundamental #11 – Be Consistent

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Be Consistent Follow our operating procedures to ensure consistency and high performance.  Consistency is critical to ensuring that both internal and external customers know exactly what to expect. Think from a process viewpoint. The Murren Way Do it safely, right, on time, and on budget. Through our diversified services, teamwork approach and total commitment to […]

Fundamental #10 – Speak Straight

Speak Straight Speak honestly in a way that helps to solve a problem, rather than simply making a point.  Make clear and direct requests.  Be willing to ask questions, share ideas, or raise issues that may cause conflict when it’s necessary for team success.  Address issues directly with those who are involved or affected. The […]

Fundamental #9 – Listen Generously

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Listen Generously Listening is more than simply “not speaking.”  Give people your undivided attention.  Be present and engaged. Quiet the noise in your head and let go of the need to agree or disagree.  Listen with care and with empathy.  Most importantly, listen to understand. The Murren Way Do it safely, right, on time, and […]

Fundamental #7 – Be Proactive

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Be Proactive Anticipate customer needs.  Solve problems before they happen by anticipating future needs and addressing them today.  Preventing issues is always more effective than fixing them. The Murren Way Do it safely, right, on time, and on budget. Through our diversified services, teamwork approach and total commitment to quality, C. A. Murren offers the […]

Heat Exhaustion/Sun Stroke

Your body normally cools itself by sweating. During hot weather, especially with high humidity, sweating just isn’t enough. Your body temperature can rise to dangerous levels and you can develop a heat illness. Most heat illnesses occur from staying out in the heat too long. Exercising too much for your age and physical condition are […]

Back to School Safety Tips

Sharing the road safely with school buses School buses are one of the safest forms of transportation on the road today. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, riding a bus to school is 13 times safer than riding in a passenger vehicle and 10 times safer than walking to school. The […]