It’s been a particularly subdued pre-holiday season this year, never mind how many reports we have heard about how great the economy is doing. This year shoppers didn’t have to fight traffic, scurry for parking places or compete for a spot in the check out aisles. And, if my own shopping list is any indicator, … “Merry Christmas – Reflections”
Category: Business – Not As Usual
Count Down…
Christmas is right around the corner now….does it seem that the days are getting shorter and the hours are speeding up? Does it seem that there just isn’t enough time and energy to get everything accomplished? Well, that’s not surprising. Our days continue to grow shorter right through to December 22nd, the shortest day of … “Count Down…”
Stocking Stuffers
When it comes to the state of the economy I’ll leave the reports in the hands of the Bureau of Labor and others who monitor statistical data. I’m more interested in what’s happening on the streets in the communities I work in. Here the dollar is weak, cost of food, gas, taxes and utilities continue … “Stocking Stuffers”
When Times Get Tough….
Sure we’ve all heard it: "When times get tough, the tough get going." What does that really mean to you? There aren’t many who would argue that today’s economy is not one of the best we’ve seen in the last century. With foreclosures at an all time high, businesses suffering drastically reduced incomes, employees being … “When Times Get Tough….”
Self-Management For Condos – Does It Work?
Condominiums are a very popular lifestyle for those who think they want someone else to take care of maintenance and upkeep of their living quarters. In theory, it does afford an alternative — of sorts. You buy a unit in a multi-dwelling building. You own your unit and all the headaches of building and landscape maintenance … “Self-Management For Condos – Does It Work?”