July 27, 2026 issue

Jul 26, 2026

The leading source of business management insights, research, and strategies tailored specifically for leaders of AEC firms.

	No CFO? No excuse By Tom Godin The most expensive mistake a growing firm can make is waiting for a crisis to recognize the need for financial leadership.

	How nearshoring is reshaping salary strategy in AEC By Jeremy Zick The smartest AEC firms are treating nearshoring as a compensation strategy, not simply a way to cut costs.

	Don’t sweat the small stuff! By Mark Zweig The little things become dangerous when leaders give minor inconveniences more attention than the business problems that actually matter.

	The truth about work culture By Rachel Gresham When expectations align with reality, both recruitment and retention become substantially easier.

	Business development isn’t an equation By Lindsay Young Engineers may want a formula for business development, but lasting client relationships are built through patience, trust, and connection.

About Zweig Group

Zweig Group, a four-time Inc. 500/5000 honoree, is the premier authority in AEC management consulting, the go-to source for industry research, and the leading provider of customized learning and training. Zweig Group specializes in four core consulting areas: Talent, Performance, Growth, and Transition, including innovative solutions in mergers and acquisitions, strategic planning, financial management, ownership transition, executive search, business development, valuation, and more. With a mission to Elevate the Industry®, Zweig Group exists to help AEC firms succeed in a competitive marketplace.