This article is Part 2 of “Love After 65: 7 Financial Topics to Discuss with a Professional.” Last week, we covered the first set of important financial conversations for couples in later life. This week, we wrap up the series with the remaining topics, offering further guidance on how a professional can support smart, lasting […]
Even the best-laid retirement plans can be threatened when Cupid’s arrow strikes. As you navigate this new love, be sure to consider the following seven key planning areas. Finding love in later years brings joy and new financial considerations. As Baby Boomers surge into the Peak 65® Zone, turning 65 in record numbers, 42 percent […]
When I think of positivity, I think of how important it has become in my life. I have learned that being positive is not the absence of things going wrong, because it doesn’t matter how positive you are, things will still go wrong, be upsetting and cause conflict. What I have learned is that being […]
As tourism flourishes and remote work continues to blur the lines between vacation and lifestyle, Grand Junction has emerged as a thriving hotspot for short-term rentals. The region’s natural beauty, access to outdoor recreation and growing list of events and attractions have helped fuel the surge in demand for vacation rentals. For business owners and […]
Business owners and managers frequently ask me, “How do you teach people to think?” This profound question can lead to substantial improvements in results. The answer lies in becoming a mentor and an effective communicator, consistently encouraging team members to think independently. There is a tendency among business owners and managers to provide answers rather […]
It’s time to saddle up for an in-depth look at the ever-changing landscape of human resources. On May 20, the Society for Human Resources Management Western Colorado (formerly known as Western Colorado Human Resource Association) is holding its annual Spring HR Conference. Bechtel & Santo, a Grand Junction law firm that specializes in advising employers […]
President Donald Trump signed two recent executive orders that will affect employers. The first order narrows the scope of discrimination claims, while the second order broadens enforcement activities aimed at promoting highway safety. On April 23, Trump signed the Order to Restore Equality of Opportunity and Meritocracy. This executive order eliminates or diminishes the use […]
The construction of Mesa County’s new health center is progressing rapidly. In about 120 days, moving crews will relocate the staff of MarillacHealth from the main clinic at 2333 N. Sixth St. to our new building at 526 29 1/2 Road. It’s a plan Marillac put into motion three years ago, when our main clinic […]
As employers and business leaders in Mesa County, we all share a stake in the health and future of our community. One public health issue that deserves attention is the prevalence of youth vaping. The widespread use of electronic vapor products has quickly eclipsed traditional cigarette smoking among teens, raising concerns about long-term health, school […]
Business owners often aim to create greater freedom, wealth, happiness and control over their own destiny. They typically start companies to achieve professional, personal and financial independence, which allows them to travel, relax, contribute to society and enjoy their lives. However, many struggle to realize this vision, because they lack the mindset, skills, processes and […]