Dalby, Wendland & Co. continues to rank among the top accounting firms in a five-state region that includes Colorado. Accounting Today magazine named the Grand Junction-based firm a top firm in the Mountain States Region for an eighth consecutive year. Rankings are based on revenue. “It’s an honor to be recognized, and we owe our […]
Who is John Galt? John Galt is a character in the Ayn Rand novel “Atlas Shrugged.” Although his presence is more perceived than known until the end of the book, Galt is portrayed as a philosopher and inventor who believed in the power of the human mind and the rights of individuals to use their […]
In the constant evaluation of the pros and cons of working in journalism in which I’ve engaged for more than 40 years, the pros always outnumber the cons. It’s not the attractive hours, prestigious titles or enticing perks. Or even the fat paychecks, if you can believe that. Rather, I count myself among the fortunate […]
It appears there’s some light at the end of the proverbial pandemic tunnel. The latest results of surveys of Colorado business leaders, small business owners and consumers reflect increasingly upbeat expectations for the months ahead. That’s welcome news for weary business owners and managers who’ve endured the effects and restrictions of COVID-19 for more than […]
Perhaps the worst word created in history is “lawmaker” — which has come to replace the term “elected representative” in our republic. I say this because of every vote I’ve ever cast, none of them have been to put someone in a position to create more laws. God knows, I know and you know we […]
COVID-19 vaccine supply has increased significantly, and a largely volunteer-run community vaccination site operates in Mesa County. Summer events are on the horizon, and Mesa County continues to lead Colorado in reopening after the pandemic. The next initiative as our community continues on it return to pre-pandemic life is the Free to Choose Resolution. The […]
What will happen after the coronavirus pandemic subsides? A Roaring Twenties repeat or post-World War II recession? Both eras followed extreme events in United States history with very different outcomes. The Spanish flu that killed millions was followed by an expansion during the Roaring Twenties — until October 1929, when a stock market crash heralded […]
The questions I receive most frequently these days relate to COVID-19 vaccinations. Can employers require vaccination? Should they? What issues arise with mandatory or voluntary vaccination programs? This column will cover basic considerations and provide resources for further information. The three COVID-19 vaccines currently available are those from Pfizer/BioNTech, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson. […]
What would happen to your business if your partner, top sales rep, chief engineer or technical specialist suddenly died? Coping with death is difficult enough. Now your business could take a hit in revenue and credibility. How would you cope with the loss and keep operations going? The simplest — and likely least expensive — […]
If you’ve been in business for any length of time, you likely understand how lack of trust and loyalty hurts your culture, business success and overall happiness. You probably also recognize the tremendous benefits trusting and loyal team members bring to your customers and business. Trust promotes loyalty in team members — if you have […]