Everyone knows what it’s like to feel tired. Fatigue is our body’s way of telling us it is time for rest. But with busy schedules that include work, meetings and deadlines as well as children and their activities, it’s common to ignore these signs and power through with another cup of coffee or energy drink. […]
As rents climb for both commercial and residential properties, the market value of these properties has also increased. You might be thinking it’s time to sell that apartment building or other investment property you’ve owned for years. The catch? Your accountant informs you that selling now would cost you tens and possibly even hundreds of […]
What’s the single greatest advantage any company can achieve? Organizational health. Yes, it’s ignored by most leaders even though it’s simple, free and available to anyone who wants it. I’m a big fan of Patrick Lencioni and try to gobble up every book he writes. “The Advantage” is one of those books every leader should […]
What if you had to take a pop quiz that included this question: What is the No. 1 public health crisis we face today? Which answer would you choose? A. poor nutrition. B. lack of exercise. C. loneliness. Most people would likely pick A or B — for good reasons. Poor nutrition and lack of […]
More often than not, people who start a business do so based on what they know — what they’re comfortable and good at doing — not necessarily what they’re passionate about doing. How about you? Try this simple experiment to determine if you’re doing what you love. How often are you so excited about your […]
One of my guilty pleasures is getting up at 7 to watch “Sunday Morning” on television. My kids call it an “old person show.” I don’t consider myself old, but I love that show. A recent episode included a segment on suicide. The gist was that if just one person reaches out to someone contemplating […]
We’re fortunate in Colorado to have Loveland, the most perfectly named city ever for Valentine’s Day, as well so many other places in which to celebrate love throughout our state. The majestic beauty, exciting adventure opportunities and plethora of unique shopping and dining options make Colorado a great place to observe the holiday. Whether you […]
Even if headlines about the new strain of coronavirus have you worried about a pandemic, there’s no need to panic. Rest assured, experts on local, statewide, national and international levels are closely monitoring this new illness and responding. At Mesa County Public Health, we’re working with our hospital, health care and regional partners to provide […]
The No. 2 regret people lament at the end of their life? I wish I hadn’t worked so hard. Given all the things people could possibly regret when looking back at the lives they lived, this is an extraordinarily powerful and telling statement. And for those who have a lot of life still to live, […]
The most valuable asset for almost everyone is their ability to earn income. If you earn $50,000 a year and plan to work another 25 years, that’s $1.25 million without compounding for inflation, raises or promotions. A more realistic number is probably $2.5 million. What can you do to protect this asset? Consider purchasing long-term […]