When money is involved, perspectives change. What many people do not realize is that money is a tool no more no less, not something we should love or worship. Like any tool, it should be treated with respect and handled properly or it can fail. Losing money may limit our abilities to accomplish certain goals …
Many things we use in life today were at one time thought to be impossible. Flight, cell phones, medical wonders are just a few that were scoffed at, and the inventors were often ridiculed for even considering them. But today we find ourselves using these innovations without thought and with an expectancy for high performance …
Recently I had a stark reminder of the fact that true wealth is good health, and everything else is a far second to this fact of life. Not only was I set back by a diagnosis that scared me into submission and opened my eyes to the way I approached work every day, but I …
The Monmouth Regional Chamber of Commerce (MRCC) is delighted to announce the addition of three new board members: Randy Vogel, Dawn Torres and Howard Stein. Their collective expertise and diversity of experiences will provide valuable leadership as the chamber works to promote business growth, enhance economic development and improve the quality of life in the …
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We sometimes need to be reminded that business is about presenting solutions for clients in need. Whoever can deliver the best solution and clearly state the value therein will usually win the biz. Knowing the client’s needs and offering a way to accomplish their goals is key to the sales process and ultimately essential to …
How many times have we seen people take a simple task and drag it out, making it look so much more difficult than it truly is? Perhaps they were not clear on the assignment or maybe they were given insufficient instruction. Some just like to take the long way around to kill time. Life is …
Have you noticed the change in hiring and employee attitudes these days? If you haven’t, you better and quickly. The demand is high, but the rules have changed and now the employees are driving the market with their unexpected demands and expectations for high compensation with minimum output. We interview people regularly at our company …
Innovation and creative thought are the building blocks for any successful business. Having the knack to get outside of ourselves and see the vantage point of others and anticipate reactions is valuable in developing any enterprise or career. Too often, we compare people to ourselves and look for those who are clones to hire. But …
As the economists, politicians and newscasters banter about throwing words like “inflation” and “recession” around predicting rough days coming our way, what does this really mean to a small business owner? Some may see it as an excuse to pack it in, some may whine about it and stagger through willing to take losses hoping …
My writing has always been upbeat with a goal to encourage readers of my thoughts. Please know this article is no different. I would like to address a topic that some find difficult to ponder, but I know it is in your best interest to do so. Please see my challenge here for what it …
