What could be a seesaw pattern of small changes in the monthly unemployment rate in Mesa County edged up in March. But even as the jobless rate climbed two-tenths to 9.5 percent, labor demand in the county as tracked by a separate measure remains at its highest level since before the recession. “Things are improving, […]
A monthly index forecasting economic conditions in the United States continues to increase, signaling growth despite some signs to the contrary. The Conference Board reported that its Leading Economic Index (LEI) climbed to 95.7 in March, rising three-tenths of a percent over the previous month and 2.7 percent over the previous six months. Separate measures […]
A Grand Junction recycling company will accept computers, electronics and appliances during a free dropoff event scheduled for April 21 as part of an Earth Day observance. E-Waste Recyclers of Colorado has scheduled the event for 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at its facility at 655 N. First St. The firm operates out of a […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times: An entrepreneur who’s been equally successful in promoting physical fitness in women and developing her business will share her advice during an upcoming event in Grand Junction. Rachel Cosgrove — co-owner of Results Fitness, corporate consultant and best-selling author — will speak at a presentation hosted by the Mesa County […]
A meeting has been scheduled to review proposed changes to a thoroughfare through one of the busiest business areas in Grand Junction. The meeting will offer business owners and the public an opportunity to look over and comment on design concepts for a revamped Horizon Drive corridor between G and H roads as well as […]
Success in business is a byproduct of the relationships that are built within the organization itself, and ultimately with the customers that choose to point their purchasing power in your direction. When relationships are nurtured in a caring and consistent manner, they grow strong and the return on investment for everyone […]
It was just over a year ago when many organizations in the community, including the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce came together to begin formulating a county economic development plan. From the very beginning, a major tenant of the process was that this was to be a community driven process, not one dictated by […]
More and more people are getting sucked into the time-robbing vortex that is Facebook. Pictures of last weekend’s adventure in Moab, a distant friend’s new baby, today’s yoga workout routine — it is amazing how an hour can disappear when you’re wrapped up online. This addictive swirl of posts is why Facebook has more than […]
In today’s “Internet”, “National Chain” vs. “YOU the Local Guy” market place, competition is fierce! How in the world do you compete against The Corporate Pocket Book? I may be over-simplifying it, but I really do think the answer is simple. You have to “Out Serve” them. You must give what we call “Memorable Customer […]
You’ve toiled away every year of your adult life. Through those years, you’ve dreamed of this day. Finally retirement is here. You’re ready to enter the true golden years of your life, but do you have all the facts? Even though you may no longer be working and own […]