Our veterans have served our country proudly and bravely. They’re true American heroes, and we must make sure we’re doing everything possible to support them once they re-enter civilian life. That’s why for the 2014 fiscal year, the U.S. Small Business Administration has set the borrower upfront guaranty fee to zero for all veteran loans […]
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control, about 715,000 Americans have a heart attack and about 600,000 people die from heart disease each year. That’s one out of every four deaths. Such factors such as high blood pressure, […]
The past year brought little change to an already slow economy in Mesa County. The news — and overall outlook — isn’t grim. But the continued lack of growth has contributed to a stagnant economy that reflects a different kind of business cycle. Such local economic indicators as sales and use tax collections remained steady […]
Hiring a leader for any business or organization presents risks. Will the executive work out and operative effectively in a new culture? Will staff get behind needed organizational changes? And what about the relationships between new execs and owners or boards? The cost of making a hiring mistake at the top level can be enormous. […]
Most people are familiar with the concept of the one-on-one training sessions available at most health clubs and independent studios. But what has changed might surprise you. Crossroads Fitness in Grand Junction is an industry leader in the field of small group personal training. Although it seems as though it just hit the market, we’ve […]
Successful relationships, whether in life or business, rest firmly on the ability of those involved to effectively communicate. The reality, however, is that most of us aren’t taught how to communicate with the intention of building relationships and creating solutions. In fact, not listening and poor communication constitute primary causes of dysfunction in the business […]
Revenue, expenses and profit are all critical factors that demand attention when running a business. They require monitoring, decisiveness and allocation of resources if the company is to remain viable. Given the importance of a company’s financial reality, the “bottom line” can, and in many instances does, become the primary or even sole focus of […]
Are you a stay-at-home mom or dad? Would you like to kick start an entrepreneurial dream? Do you want to bring in some extra income? Starting a home-based business offers great opportunities. In fact, 52 percent of U.S. companies operate as home businesses and many of today’s biggest brand names were established by stay-at-home moms […]
Stress in any form is no fun. That goes for stress at home or on the job. The Wellness Councils of America defines stress as the inability to cope with a threat to your well-being that results in a series of physical responses and adaptations. Stress is such a personal phenomenon, though, that everyone experiences […]
When it comes to estate planning, it’s important to first get past the issues of the amount of wealth a person may or may not have and so-called “death taxes.” The fact one doesn’t have great wealth or is unlikely to owe estate taxes shouldn’t control the conversation. Most people want their children to inherit […]