Over my 22 years of both employer and employee-side employment practice, I have counseled on or evaluated on hundreds of employee terminations. When I ask, “Why do you want to terminate this employee?” more times than I can remember, the employer responds, “Because they are at-will.” Is this a correct understanding of the “at-will” doctrine? […]
Grand Valley Connects, a cornerstone initiative of Mesa County Public Health, is celebrating its third anniversary. Built on the understanding that healthy families are the foundation of a resilient workforce and robust local economy, the program serves as a vital connector between residents and critical wellbeing services. Over the past three years, it has successfully […]
Leadership is more than a title. It’s a responsibility demonstrated through actions. If you’ve ever encountered a leader who was irrational, dismissive or even demeaning, you’ve experienced firsthand how poor leadership erodes trust, damages morale and disrupts progress. When leaders contribute to dysfunction instead of offering solutions, loyalty fades, respect vanishes, and their influence weakens. […]
This article is Part 2 of “Love After 65: 7 Financial Topics to Discuss with a Professional.” Last week, we covered the first set of important financial conversations for couples in later life. This week, we wrap up the series with the remaining topics, offering further guidance on how a professional can support smart, lasting […]
Even the best-laid retirement plans can be threatened when Cupid’s arrow strikes. As you navigate this new love, be sure to consider the following seven key planning areas. Finding love in later years brings joy and new financial considerations. As Baby Boomers surge into the Peak 65® Zone, turning 65 in record numbers, 42 percent […]
When I think of positivity, I think of how important it has become in my life. I have learned that being positive is not the absence of things going wrong, because it doesn’t matter how positive you are, things will still go wrong, be upsetting and cause conflict. What I have learned is that being […]
As tourism flourishes and remote work continues to blur the lines between vacation and lifestyle, Grand Junction has emerged as a thriving hotspot for short-term rentals. The region’s natural beauty, access to outdoor recreation and growing list of events and attractions have helped fuel the surge in demand for vacation rentals. For business owners and […]
Business owners and managers frequently ask me, “How do you teach people to think?” This profound question can lead to substantial improvements in results. The answer lies in becoming a mentor and an effective communicator, consistently encouraging team members to think independently. There is a tendency among business owners and managers to provide answers rather […]
It’s time to saddle up for an in-depth look at the ever-changing landscape of human resources. On May 20, the Society for Human Resources Management Western Colorado (formerly known as Western Colorado Human Resource Association) is holding its annual Spring HR Conference. Bechtel & Santo, a Grand Junction law firm that specializes in advising employers […]
President Donald Trump signed two recent executive orders that will affect employers. The first order narrows the scope of discrimination claims, while the second order broadens enforcement activities aimed at promoting highway safety. On April 23, Trump signed the Order to Restore Equality of Opportunity and Meritocracy. This executive order eliminates or diminishes the use […]