Mesa County Public Health prepares an annual report in collaboration with the Mesa County coroner and Mesa County Suicide Prevention Coalition. The group collects and analyzes information to understand local suicide trends. Findings inform prevention efforts. “Our biggest takeaway from this year’s report is the suicide death rate in Mesa County has stabilized in recent […]
The commercial real estate market in Mesa County is in a dynamic phase shaped by several factors influencing both demand and supply. While there are challenges to navigate, the market remains active. The commercial real estate market saw a modest downturn during the second quarter of 2024, with total sales volume and transaction value lagging […]
Leadership development constitutes a cornerstone of success for any organization. By equipping employees with the skills and knowledge to guide teams, make decisions and drive growth, companies ensure a thriving future. Investing in leadership development not only prepares individuals for greater responsibilities, but also strengthens the organization as a whole. Here’s how employers can nurture […]
If you operate a registered business and don’t fall under any of the exceptions, you must provide some critical information to the federal government before Dec. 31 to avoid potentially large fines. This reporting requirement is part of the Corporate Transparency Act. If your business is registered as a corporation, partnership or limited liability company […]
There’s a commonly held belief that business success results from selling as many products or services as possible to as many consumers as possible at the highest prices possible while also paying the lowest costs possible to make as much money as possible. Following this limited perspective of success leaves everyone involved feeling taken advantage […]
A federal court has struck down a proposed rule that would have banned noncompete agreements that bar employees from taking jobs with competitors. In Ryan LLC v. Federal Trade Commission, the federal court for the Northern District of Texas struck down the Federal Trade Commission’s proposed rule that would have banned noncompete agreements. Published April […]
The first five to 10 words out of your mouth have significance. I’ve been asked to consult and teach “communications” on several occasions to a variety of customers and businesses. It’s ironic people claim “communicating” — what they need to say — is a key issue. I’ve come to realize listening is the problem. By […]
Think of the movements you go through every day: getting into and out of your car, reaching for an item on the top shelf at the grocery store or bending down to pick up a child. Most of the time, we don’t think about these movements — until, that is, we can’t do them with […]
For decades, the mantra of economic development in America has been simple. Offer big incentives, woo big businesses and hope the jobs follow. But here’s the problem: those jobs rarely do. When they do, they don’t last, leaving communities with broken promises and empty storefronts. This approach is outdated. The traditional model of economic growth […]
The recent U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) rule under the Fair Labor Standards Act broadens the compensation range for employees eligible for overtime pay. For employers, the new rule could affect profitability. There are two approaches you might be considering to keep employees from falling under the latest rule. The first approach is to reclassify […]