Ready to up your game? Would you like to bike longer, run faster, be more flexible or improve your strength? Do you lack the energy to work out every day? Does it feel like it takes longer to recover after a rigorous workout? Do you golf nine holes and ride a cart when you used […]
I wrote in a my last column in this publication about a coming downturn and the end of the economic expansion. I suspected nearly a year ago a downturn was coming. I just couldn’t pinpoint a likely cause. I never would have guessed in a million years a downturn would be caused by a pandemic […]
What sets your business apart from all the similar businesses out there? Do you have a unique value proposition? Put yourself in the places of your clients, prospects or referral sources. What do you think they consider to be your value proposition? Have you ever asked them what they view as your company’s best or […]
There’s a distinct difference between business owners who create jobs for themselves and those who truly lead their companies. In the first scenario, owners take on daily tasks that could easily be handled by fellow management and team members — tasks taking precious time that could be spent as the visionary, innovator and leader of […]
Mesa County continues to experience success in slowing the spread of COVID-19. Thanks to the commitment of the business community and residents, we’ve been able to safely reopen businesses and begin our economic recovery. We recognize the sacrifices have been many and want to acknowledge the work it took for us to get this far. […]
Commercial real estate owners have been nervous for months as they wait to see how their investments will fare after the coronavirus pandemic subsides. With more office employees getting used to working from home and business people reluctant to travel beyond their immediate areas, office properties and especially hotels have taken a big hit. Across […]
Freedom means different things to different people. But most would agree freedom includes the right to learn, work, speak and enjoy life. If you enjoy a healthy and fit lifestyle, you also have freedom. This freedom allows you to perform different activities, from daily chores to your favorite sports. Without health and fitness, you could […]
Perhaps you’re familiar with the so-called 80/20 rule. But have you ever applied it to marketing? Have you considered the implications of the rule on sales? What, exactly, is the 80/20 rule? Simply put, the rule states 80 percent of your referrals, sales or revenue comes from 20 percent of your marketing efforts or customer […]
I used to have a painting hanging on my wall that made me cringe every time I glanced at it. One day, I was standing a little farther away than usual and realized the painting was just fine. It was the frame I disliked. I swapped the outdated frame for a new one and, suddenly, […]
The typical business employs a number of skilled team members, many with decent and even great attitudes. They come to work, perform their jobs to a satisfactory level or above and contribute to the work environment in mostly positive ways. But what about those team members who — although they have the skills to do […]