August is often associated with back-to-school preparations and what for parents often includes a big push for classroom supplies, new clothes — and booster shots. That also makes August a good time for employers to educate employees and their families about immunizations. In fact, August is National Immunization Awareness Month and offers an opportunity to […]
When people think about sports injuries, they usually think about professional athletes who compete for a living. In reality, though, athletes come in all shapes and sizes — from the high school football player to the running enthusiast training for a half marathon to the retiree who enjoys golf. But whether it’s a result of […]
Going to familiar places, doing things that come easy and spending time with loved ones and friends with which you can be yourself all constitute important forms of comfort. But what about your health club? Do you feel comfortable there, too? Walking into a health club or gym for the first time can be intimidating. […]
Retail trends are changing quickly in the United States and abroad. Many older shoppers have discovered what millennials already figured out: It’s easier to shop online in the privacy of your home than drive to a retail store, travel the aisles in search of your targeted product and then wait in line to buy that […]
There’s a quote attributed to insurance broker and best-selling author Elmer G. Leterman: “There is only one thing better than making a new friend, and that is keeping an old one.” The same concept is reflected in a widely embraced business adage: It costs more to attract a new customer than keep an existing one. […]
Yes, this could be the title of a song. But more and more it seems to be a theme in our community. People are moving here. Whether you read about it in the Business Times, discuss it with others or experience it yourself after the moving truck pulls up to the house next door, it’s […]
Over the course of my career as a coach and consultant, I’ve met with many business owners who’ve lost their way in the face of “competition” with other companies. This occurred because of their choice to take on a negative attitude toward these businesses and their owners, especially when that business was outperforming theirs or […]
Does your office seem like a ghost town, your voice echoing as it bounces off empty walls? It must be summer. For many of us, summer means vacations and new adventures. We’re eager to leave work and take advantage of more daylight hours. Making time to enjoy summer is an important part of staying healthy. […]
We wait all year, it seems, for summer to arrive. Now it’s finally here. When most of us think about summer, we think about outdoor fun, vacations and a chance to kick back. Summer also offers many opportunities for staying active. Remain aware, though, that changes in schedules can present challenges in keeping your fitness […]
Are you young, middle-aged or old? Are you attending college or retired? Are you new to investing or an experienced investor? If you fit into any of these categories, then real estate could offer a good investment opportunity for you. While this might seem facetious, there are different times and circumstances in which to invest […]