News from HBXL Skills Academy
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HBXL Skills Academy celebrates an excellent Ofsted Report
As Managing Director of HBXL (and a course tutor!) I’m delighted to share some fantastic news – the HBXL Skills Academy has received glowing feedback from Ofsted following their inspection in July. In the Ofsted Report, the inspectors praised many aspects of our training, awarding us two “Outstanding” ratings – for Behaviour and Attitudes and
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Why Business Management Skills Matter in Construction
Running a construction business takes more than technical know-how. Projects involve tight schedules, budgeting, customer care, and countless risks. Without strong business management skills, even the best builder can find themselves firefighting problems, losing profit, or struggling to keep clients happy. That’s why business management skills are crucial – whether you’re running your own building
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Why CAD Skills have big financial benefits
In today’s construction industry, Computer-Aided Design (CAD) is no longer a luxury reserved for large architectural practices. It’s a tool that can benefit small and medium-sized building firms just as much as the big players. Whether you’re running your own company or looking to step into a CAD role for another business, developing CAD skills
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Why every builder needs estimating skills
Whether you’re running your own building company or looking to step into a career as a professional estimator, the ability to cost a building project properly is one of the most valuable skills you can develop. In an industry where margins are tight, competition is high, and clients expect professionalism, estimating accurately can be the
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Build a Better Business: Join the HBXL Business Management Skills Bootcamp
So how do you build a better a business? Running a building company isn’t just about bricks and mortar. It’s about pricing jobs properly, managing money, winning work, and ultimately building a business that doesn’t run you. If you’ve ever wished you had more control over your building firm – or just felt like you
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Skills Bootcamp triumph for Oliver: Start-up building company powers up
Meet Oliver, the owner of a start-up building company, and a graduate of the HBXL Business Management Skills Bootcamp. Undertaking the fully funded course, enabled Oliver to get his own business, properly off the ground. He now offers internal renovations and project management along the border between England and Scotland. Having started out as a
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Why an HBXL Skills Bootcamp could change your future
So how could a Skills Bootcamp, and more significantly an HBXL Construction Skills Bootcamp, change your future? Well, in the ever-competitive world of construction, staying ahead of the game requires more than just skill on-site. Understanding your costs, presenting yourself professionally, and managing jobs effectively can all make a significant difference to your business success.
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Claire’s career switch: From long-term role to life-changing design work
Meet Claire Pascoe – one of the wonderful graduates from a previous HBXL CAD for Construction Skills Bootcamp. After 17 years in a construction-adjacent job, Claire decided it was time for a new challenge. And what a journey she’s had since taking the plunge… Why Claire took the leap “I loved what I did,” says