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Every generation has its own struggles and battles to overcome.  Our grandparents made great sacrifices to fight tyranny and oppression caused by the axis powers.  Our parents lived their lives in fear of a nuclear holocaust due to the cold war with the Soviet Union.  Even though war still exists, which unfortunately can be seen in the conflict in Ukraine, the battle being fought by the current generation is hatred and gun violence in our own backyard.

Almost every day we hear about tragedy ...

As we enter the summer holiday season, many of us have one thought in mind, vacation.  Summer travel is a huge industry because we all want to have fun in the sun.  We work hard to earn our vacation time and we save money with the intent of spending it on rest, relaxation, and fun.  Planning a summer vacation is a unique experience and every year has its own challenges to overcome.

When to Book

It is difficult to know when the best time to book a hotel, plane ticket, or vehicle rentals.  On...

Mid May has arrived and with summer on the horizon it is time for us to look at our lawns and our landscaping.  How we decorate the outside of our homes reflects upon us and what we put into it.  Time and effort pay dividends and if we want to have the nicest yard in the neighborhood we must put in the initial effort and be consistent with the upkeep all summer long.

All about the Grass

For almost all of us the largest surface area of our yards is covered with green grass.  This simple plan...

The news story that has dominated the headlines for the last week and will likely be talked about all year long was the huge upset at the Kentucky Derby.  The winning horse, named Rich Strike, won the biggest horse race of the year despite being an 80-1 underdog.  People love the story of an overachieving underdog and that is because we all want to beat the odds.  Rich Strike’s achievement will likely be talked about for years to come.

Dreaming Big

We all dream of having our moment of glory...

For years the topic of sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint has been discussed through various means.  We hear about how using fewer disposable products is good for the environment and we discuss ways to reduce the use of fossil fuels.  It is a topic of conversation, but how often do we really think about how we can make a difference and how reducing our waste could save us a lot of money in the long run. Below are a few simple steps that all of us can do to help reduce the amount of...

In today’s business environment we can be certain of only a few things.  Products will be out of stock and backordered, prices will increase, and special orders now take longer than they used to.  The last several years have made a drastic impact on what we should expect to get for a certain price and how long we should have to wait.  Many of these logistical problems can be analyzed and we can try to adapt the best we can but ultimately, we must understand that times have changed. 

Product Ava...

Computers and technology have spoiled us.  Tasks that used to take hours can now be done in minutes and we have all grown to rely on this benefit.  However, our dependency on modern technology has created a habit of carelessness.  Simple mistakes are made more often because we do not always spend as much time reviewing and rereading our work as we should.

Spell Check

When word processors started to become mainstream and take over the role of typewriters, software companies developed the spe...

We all know of at least one friend or coworker who constantly struggles with being on time.  It does not matter if it is a large meeting, a one on one appointment, or a scheduled event this person always finds a way to be late.  Being punctual is important and it is important to have the approach that if you are not five minutes early then you are late.

First Impression

Being punctual is a key element in developing a professional reputation.  For a boss, coworker, client, or potential cust...

Communication is one of the pillars to business success.  For a workforce to maximize productivity everyone must have the same goals and agenda.  Having a team that is working at peak efficiency takes a lot of effort, diligence, and follow through.  There is no right or wrong way to ensure that everyone is on task and receives the same message; however, no matter what communication method is used it is crucial for a team to have access to the right information at the right time.

Mailboxes

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Every time we go to the gas station, we see our hard-earned money go down the drain.  The price of gasoline has drastically increased and even though our vehicles have become more fuel efficient we still have to pay a premium to stay on the road.  Major automotive manufactures have started to focus on electric cars; however, it will take time for them to become mainstream.  Additionally, not everyone has the money to buy a new electric vehicle.  In the meantime, we are stuck having to adjust our...