Those weary of reading gloomy news as a stubbornly slow economy grinds along can take heart as such words as “recovery” and “rebound” start appearing in headlines. By many accounts, the economic news is improving, if not markedly so. The latest economic outlook report from the University of Colorado is especially upbeat in forecasting business […]
And I’m talking about a “Thelma and Louise” style landing in our future. You all remember the final scene from that movie, don’t you? I can’t recall the exact reason or line that made Thelma and Louse drive over the cliff, but I do know the two had hit the point where their behavior had […]
Most entrepreneurs start a business because they have a great idea for a product or service and think they can make money selling it. Entrepreneurs take on considerable risk in launching ventures and then pushing businesses forward until they either take off or run out of money. But all too often, entrepreneurs are dreamers far […]
For many, football season means bundling up, tailgate parties and gathering around the TV with friends and family for exciting action. It’s also a good time to pencil out some goals and a game plan for retirement. Here’s a five-step playbook to consider in planning for retirement: Protect the quarterback: The most important player on […]
As we headed into the most recent election cycle, I engaged in many discussions with folks on both sides of the issues. The single largest issue for many in this election was — and still is — job creation. The questions are: How are jobs created? How are those jobs sustainable? The two options from […]
Your business is only as strong as the individuals within it. Operational success is greatly enhanced when team members are taught and continually encouraged to use the power of their own minds rather than becoming dependent upon you — or others — for answers. There’s a tendency among business owners and managers to simply give […]
The latest results of a twice-annual survey conducted by the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce reflect a mixed outlook among members about economic and labor conditions. In assessing local conditions, 67 percent of those who responded to the fall 2012 survey viewed the local economy as weak or extremely weak — less than this […]
Construction is expected to soon begin on a new workforce center in Mesa County. The Mesa County Commissioners approved a $5.4 million contract with FCI Constructors to build a 32,000 square foot facility. The workforce center, a collaborative effort of the State of Colorado and Hilltop Community Resources, offers a range of services in helping […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times Donna Smith always looks for ways to build relationships and improve people’s lives, whether it’s working with other organizations to recruit employees or working with individuals to help them land a job. It’s an ongoing effort that’s earned Smith recognition as the Western Colorado Human Resource Association Professional of […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times It was quiet enough on a recent weekday morning at Powderhorn Mountain Resort to hear snow crunch beneath boots and birds sing in distant trees. The chairlifts were motionless, the seats dangling like bulbs along a gigantic string of Christmas lights that stretched to the top of the Grand Mesa. […]