A new year offers a new time to review some of the fundamentals of commercial real estate, starting with the realization commercial transactions differ greatly from residential deals. Many of us have experienced the emotional roller coaster that comes with the purchase or sale of a home. Buying or selling commercial property involves analysis, not […]
The goal of the Public Broadcasting Service is to “create content that educates, informs and inspires.” Kiva is a nonprofit corporation “with a mission to connect people through lending to alleviate poverty.” Ford Motors is a “global family with a proud heritage passionately committed to providing personal mobility for people around the world.” We’re all […]
Not truly listening to others and ineffective communication often lead to dysfunctional businesses, disgruntled team members, unsatisfied clients, failed marriages, disassociation with loved ones, frustration and anger, to name only a few. In fact, ineffective communication constitutes the largest obstacle to any successful relationship, and it all begins with listening. Here are some important questions […]
February is Heart Health Month for good reason. According to the Centers for Disease Control, heart disease remains the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. More than 600,000 Americans die of heart disease each year — one in four deaths. Heart disease was the second leading cause of […]
Human resource professionals know documentation not only lowers legal risks for businesses, but also helps owners and managers make better decisions about employee performance. In discussing this topic, it’s wise to start with the process. Essentially, documenting employee behavior and performance keeps us on track. It allows us to gather information about employees into a […]
When I met a commercial real estate agent earlier this year, I had no idea at the time the difference that informal conversation would have on my career. I’ve since joined in an internship program and hope to work in commercial real estate myself. It all started wen I met Dale Beede, a broker with […]
The four largest states are split on the direction people are moving. According to the latest U.S. Census Bureau estimates, the four largest states are California with 39.1 million residents, Texas with 27.5 million, Florida with 20.3 million and New York with 19.8 million. These four states are split evenly in terms of exporting or […]
With New Year’s resolutions perched on our shoulders, we can try to ignore them, shrug them off or embrace their presence. We often take the path of least resistance when it comes to doing something we perceive as uncomfortable or a change in our lifestyles. We do this through excuses. There are many good reasons […]
Just before their holiday break, Congress passed and President Barack Obama signed the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act of 2015, modifying many of the more than 50 tax relief provisions upon which businesses and individuals have come to rely. The following isn’t a comprehensive list of all the items addressed in the legislation, […]
All businesses experience turnover for a variety of reasons and endure very real costs associated with finding, training and developing new team members. Wise business owners endeavor to reduce the high costs of turnover and maximize their return on investment with new hires. Extensive studies have estimated the cost of turnover to range from several […]