With all the hoopla surrounding the new family and medical leave program in Colorado, significant changes in state wage laws have garnered considerably less attention. Senate Bill 22-161 amended the Colorado Wage Act and created a new worker protection unit in the office of the Colorado attorney general. More specifically, the act: Increases the penalties […]
Let’s start with some highlights from a recent Coldwell Banker Commercial blog titled “Do Company Priorities Align with Workers’ Shifting Values?” “For many people, the mandatory hiatus from in-person work triggered a re-evaluation of the type of work they want to do and where they want to do it,” the blog stated. “Some have embraced […]
If finding the perfect holiday gift for that special someone poses a challenge, consider giving the gift of health and fitness. You’ll not only offer something they’ll love, but also a gift that keeps on giving. Whether you’re buying for a spouse, parent or friend that’s either a fitness enthusiast or beginner, here are some […]
A few years ago during the COVID-19 pandemic, I wrote a blog titled The Season Is Nigh Upon Us. My blog began with the following: In no way, shape or form do I want to slight any person’s religious beliefs. Given, however, that I’m a Catholic Christian, I’d like to reflect on how my belief […]
Effective writing in the business world depends on getting your most important point, request or requirement across immediately. It might be nice to tell a story with examples, processes, research and theories. But your audience wants the bottom line up front (BLUF), not the bottom line at the bottom (BLAB). How do you make sure […]
Most businesses employ skilled team members, many with decent and even great attitudes. They come to work, perform their jobs to a satisfactory or higher level and contribute to the work environment in mostly positive ways. But what about those team members who — even though they have the skills to do their jobs —damage […]
In November 2020, Colorado voters went to the polls in record numbers to approve a paid leave program for employees — the Family Medical Leave and Insurance (FAMLI) program. While employees aren’t eligible to take FAMLI leave until January 2024, most Colorado employers are required to register with the FAMLI program and begin making premium […]
Mesa County has released the highly anticipated results of the Tell Us community survey. More than 1,200 residents completed the survey over the summer and provided valuable feedback. The survey asked residents about their perceptions of county programs and services as well as their community priorities. For local businesses, the results provide an opportunity to […]
Monument Health experienced a big year, and we loved celebrating our partnerships at a recent networking reception. We’re nothing without our partners. Our entire business model is predicated around convening different stakeholders to work toward the common goals of better health care affordability, outcomes and quality. The phenomenal showing of people who came to the […]
What is title insurance and why is it important for those who buy and sell property? As defined by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies, title insurance protects from past events related to the ownership of property. Title insurance also helps to ensure the seller can transfer the title to you and offer protection if a […]