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February 2012

David Sneed
Bags fly free! (sort of)

Southwest has struck gold with three little words

By David Sneed

Paul Larkins
Achieving peak performance

How people, teams and companies do it

By Paul Larkins

Darrell Mullis
The formula for business success

It all comes down to the right kind of intelligence

By Darrell Mullis

TC North
Fear of selling: Here’s my powerful antidote

...and how to develop it

By TC North

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: Trite tale of a troubled telekinetic teen

Do we even care how he uses his powers?

By Dave Taylor

Theresa M. Szczurek
Seven tips for a winning business and personal plan

It's never too late to come up with a BHAG

By Theresa M. Szczurek

Gary Harvey
The 10-step formula for success

Step 1: Stay on the right side of the trouble line

By Gary Harvey

Bart Taylor
Utah taps its Colorado River Compact allocation for nuclear power

The surprising move shakes the water status quo and emboldens opposition

By Bart Taylor

John Kyle
5.5 reasons people don’t set financial goals

Maybe this applies to you, too

By John Kyle

Lisa Ryckman
Defining the Essential Elements for Growth and Success

ACG Special Section

By Lisa Ryckman

David Lewis
A Stronger Economy and Deal Diversity Driving Private Equity Aid

ACG Special Section

By David Lewis

John Heckers
Jobs for the future: Seven winners, four losers

Focus on security

By John Heckers

Ed Powers
Business fitness = productivity

Time to make healthy choices and get in shape

By Ed Powers

Bill Greiner
Outlook 2012: Part 2

We see more light than darkness ahead

By Bill Greiner

Mike Taylor
A gourmet grocery well done

Beloved Tony's Market began as a one-man butcher shop

By Mike Taylor

Jeff Rundles
Rundles wrap-up: Twinkies

By Jeff Rundles

Guest column: Economists’ ethical crisis

Tucker Hart Adams
The Economist: What does 2012 hold for Colorado?

By Tucker Hart Adams

Eric Peterson
Tech startup: ValveXchange Inc.

By Eric Peterson

Mike Cote
State of the state: Tourism

Women's Final Four brings hoops madness to Denver

By Mike Cote

Eric Peterson
Economy expected to grow slow and steady in 2012

ACG Special Section

By Eric Peterson

David Lewis
M&A Activity is Back—With a Caveat

ACG Special Section

By David Lewis

Tax time 2012

Tips for businesses and individuals

By Lynn Bronikowski

David Lewis
Corporate Growth Award Winner: Schomp Automotive

ACG Special Section

By David Lewis

New Way Out: Exit strategies for owners

ACG Special Section

By Nora Caley

Stewart Schley
Sports biz: Don Elliman’s Olympic questions

By Stewart Schley

Mike Taylor
Small biz: Deal enables Waste Farmers to refine its plans

By Mike Taylor

Executive edge: Greg Anton

A competitive spirit drives the founding partner of Denver CPA firm

By Lynn Bronikowski

David Lewis
Emerging Company of the Year: Alpine Waste & Recycling

ACG Special Section

By David Lewis

The Power of Perserverance

ACG Special Section

Stewart Schley
Realism returns to real estate

Hot fix-up market means work for skilled tradesmen

By Stewart Schley

Eric Peterson
Colorado cool stuff: Leashlocket, glide-on wax, Flexfire

By Eric Peterson

Colleges handle job placement woes

Advisers help students and alumni prepare for careers – but they need to find jobs on their own

By Nora Caley

Allen Best
State of the state: Energy

Energy Secretary Makes Case for Federal Support for Innovation

By Allen Best

Mike Cote
Former HP chief took on Senate campaign in California

Carly Fiorina to deliver keynote address at ACG-Denver conference in March

By Mike Cote

January 2012

Steve Baker
To succeed in business, take off that hat!

Hat rack management can hinder your growth

By Steve Baker

Bill Greiner
Outlook 2012: Part 1

A look in our economic crystal ball

By Bill Greiner

Dawn Bjork Buzbee
Seven steps to more powerful PowerPoints

Banish bloated bullets!

By Dawn Bjork Buzbee

Maria Cote
Bring on the powder!

Ski resort traffic steady if not spectacular this season

By Maria Cote

David Sneed
How to be your own great boss

Here are 10 things you must do well

By David Sneed

David Heitman
The power of internal branding

This oft-neglected element of marketing can have a big influence on your company

By David Heitman

Chris Younger
Coping with deal fatigue

Be the adult in the room

By Chris Younger

Julie Hansen
Presence: Make the most of what you’ve got

The "Three C's" can help

By Julie Hansen

David Seems
How to get what your business is worth

Be ready for the right buyer

By David Seems

Wayne Farlow
Maximize your college savings

Here are some tips

By Wayne Farlow

Liz Wendling
Your customers are buying you!

And confidence sells

By Liz Wendling

Kurt Leyendecker
Trade secrets: Lonely and misunderstood

They never get the respect they deserve

By Kurt Leyendecker

Jeff Nelligan
Your annual financial review checklist

This should make things easier

By Jeff Nelligan

John Heckers
Nine deadly small business mistakes

Avoid these!

By John Heckers

Thomas Frey
Power to the people: The great consumer backlash, Part 2

Taking on Orwell's "Big Brother"

By Thomas Frey

Todd Ordal
The answer to which came first: chicken or egg?

It was the chicken

By Todd Ordal

Thomas Frey
Power to the people: The great consumer backlash

It's going to happen with greater frequency

By Thomas Frey

John Kyle
The 6.5 steps of financial self-defense: Part 2

No. 4: The 401K rollover

By John Kyle

Mike Taylor
John Elway’s revisionist history

It's no help to Tebow

By Mike Taylor

David Sneed
Welcome to the real “Real World”

These results are not typical

By David Sneed

John Kyle
The 6.5 steps of financial self-defense: Part 1

The first three

By John Kyle

Paul Larkins
Culture: The soul of your company

Nurturing it should be a priority

By Paul Larkins

Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench
Can I BMOB?

If not, why not?

By Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench

Tracy E. Houston
The wild, wild world of compliance

It's a whole new game

By Tracy E. Houston

Steve Baker
Your business needs a good SWOT

Here's a great analytical tool to help you succeed

By Steve Baker

Wayne Farlow
A guide to inherited IRAs

There's one simple step that makes everything easier

By Wayne Farlow

Lisa Gonzales
The business-education connection

Creating tomorrow's IT workforce today

By Lisa Gonzales

John Heckers
Nine ways to make the most of your coffee meeting

Otherwise, all you get is Starbucks and a lighter wallet

By John Heckers

Steve Sorensen
The high cost of maintaining the status quo

You can't do the same thing forever and prosper

By Steve Sorensen

James Vonachen
Top earners: Six reasons to start your tax prep now

The complexities demand it

By James Vonachen

Kathleen Quinn Votaw
No more waiting: Go for it now!

The future is promised to no one

By Kathleen Quinn Votaw

Helen Raleigh
Plan for a bright financial future

If you don't know where you're going, you'll end up some place else

By Helen Raleigh

Taylor Simonton
Board leadership for companies in crisis

Five questions will tell if your board is engaged

By Taylor Simonton

David Sneed
Business encounters of the ham kind

Can't a customer just get the bread?

By David Sneed

David Tolson
The flight to quality

It's a sign of the economic times

By David Tolson

Matt Rowe
Leader or high-priced doer?

Three ways to keep from drowning with your new hat on

By Matt Rowe

Liz Wendling
Don’t buy the money excuse

It can cost you big time

By Liz Wendling

Chase LeBlanc
Greetings from Tebowland

In the eye of Typhoon Timmy

By Chase LeBlanc

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: Streep’s powerhouse performance

An Oscar-worthy turn in the touching "Iron Lady"

By Dave Taylor

Mike Cote
Inside the mind of Steve Jobs

Book collects wit, wisdom and inspiration from Apple's visionary founder

By Mike Cote

Todd Ordal
The glass half-empty syndrome

Cynicism can suck the life out of an organization

By Todd Ordal

Gary Harvey
Conquering cold-call reluctance

Just follow the Harvey rule

By Gary Harvey

David Sneed
Apparently, God is a Broncos fan

Tebow's faith is hope on steroids

By David Sneed

David Seems
The risks and rewards of passive ownership

Why give up the cow and the milk?

By David Seems

Teri Karjala
Eight great ways to bring order to chaos

Getting organized in a disorganized world

By Teri Karjala

John Heckers
How to avoid giving your elevator speech

You don't want your networking to be over before it begins

By John Heckers

Jeff Rundles
Executive wheels: The Cadillac of SUVs is…

...a Cadillac

By Jeff Rundles

Peter Lemire
I paid for it, so I own it—right?

Avoiding costly pitfalls in the IP world

By Peter Lemire

Jacques Erasmus
Why we’re losing the cybersecurity war

Time to give the good guys new weapons

By Jacques Erasmus

Ron Phillips
Muni bonds: The Rodney Dangerfield of investments

They don't get no respect

By Ron Phillips

Thomas Frey
The last of the 28 trends for 2012 and beyond

We need more forward-looking accomplishments

By Thomas Frey

Liz Wendling
The four keys to sales trust

No trust means no sale

By Liz Wendling

Thomas Frey
More 28 major trends for 2012 and beyond

They've already begun

By Thomas Frey

John Kyle
Take advantage of the new gift and estate tax laws

These gifts keep on giving

By John Kyle

David Sneed
How to transform the worst job into the best

It's all about attitude

By David Sneed

Julie Hansen
The anti-elevator speech

Resolve not to be boring

By Julie Hansen

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: A self-conscious second “Holmes”

My advice: Wait for the DVD

By Dave Taylor

Todd Ordal
Toss the dead weight overboard

Bloat won't float your boat

By Todd Ordal

Theresa M. Szczurek
Five tips to improve your luck in work and life

It's a choice

By Theresa M. Szczurek

Bryan Von Axelson
Hope for the best, plan for the worst

Five keys to weathering any storm

By Bryan Von Axelson

John Heckers
Top 12 career resolutions for 2012

Make this year the best yet

By John Heckers

Wayne Farlow
A great alternative to early retirement

How to have fun -- and build funds

By Wayne Farlow

Martha Young
A New Year’s reflection: Time, tools, space

Are you making the most of work?

By Martha Young

Eric Peterson
Beyond innovation

DaVinci Inventors Showcase highlights products primed for success

By Eric Peterson

Lisa Ryckman
Colorado Business Hall of Fame: Pete Coors

Scion of Colorado brewing giant had a humble start with namesake company

By Lisa Ryckman

Executive edge: Alan Krause

World-trekking MWH Global chief lives up to the company name

By Lynn Bronikowski

Eric Peterson
Tech startup: DVM Systems

By Eric Peterson

Tucker Hart Adams
The Economist: Poverty in the United States

By Tucker Hart Adams

State of the state: Energy

Program Helps Nonprofits Reduce Their Power Use

Colorado Business Hall of Fame: David and Renie Gorsuch

Former U.S. Alpine Ski Team couple have spent a half-century selling high-end clothes, furnishings and specialty items to mountain resort visitors

By Nora Caley

Mike Cote
Cote’s Colorado: HP-Compaq merger remains Carly Fiorina’s legacy

Former CEO on tap to deliver keynote at March corporate growth conference

By Mike Cote

Colorado Business Hall of Fame: Landis “Lanny” Martin

Founder of equity firm started new career after running industrial, chemical and metal companies

By Nora Caley

Mike Taylor
Colorado’s 10 Most Powerful Salespeople

Top sellers thrive on resourcefulness and follow-through

By Mike Taylor

Guest column: A zip code should not determine a child’s success

Denver Education Compact gathers leaders from education, business, government and the community to improve outcomes for students

Colorado Business Hall of Fame 2012

Junior Achievement and the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce honor six people whose business acumen and community involvement merit legacy status

Eric Peterson
Colorado cool stuff: Brew guide, toddy time, wine for non-drinkers

By Eric Peterson

Stewart Schley
Sports biz: ...And a Happy Sports Year to All

By Stewart Schley

State of the state: Telecom

Comcast Executive Says High-Tech Focus Leaves Some Students Behind

Jeff Rundles
Rundles wrap-up: Auld Lang Syne

By Jeff Rundles

Mike Cote
Colorado Business Hall of Fame: Jake Jabs

American Furniture Warehouse founder knows how to make a profit even during the toughest of economic times

By Mike Cote

Mike Taylor
Small biz: A bold new path for New Town Builders

By Mike Taylor

Lisa Ryckman
Colorado Business Hall of Fame: Ray Duncan

Wine lovers know him as the proprietor of Silver Oak, but it's just one of several successful enterprises for the oilman and rancher

By Lisa Ryckman

December 2011

Gary Harvey
Top 10 ways to make salespeople more effective

Have a system

By Gary Harvey

Thomas Frey
The top 28 major trends for 2012 and beyond: Part 2

The second seven

By Thomas Frey

Jeff Thredgold
And now, for some good news

The economy's getting stronger

By Jeff Thredgold

TC North
Nine unusual high-performance traits

What does that company have that yours doesn't?

By TC North

Chris Younger
How is the M&A market, anyway?

Today's buyers are much more cautious

By Chris Younger

Thomas Frey
The top 28 major trends for 2012 and beyond

Here are the first seven

By Thomas Frey

John Heckers
Burn your résumé!

Six reasons why it doesn't help your job hunt

By John Heckers

George Tyler
Do planes have horns?

Curiosity has its own reason to exist

By George Tyler

Scott Remington
Great year-end tax tips

It's not too late!

By Scott Remington

Ruth Mackey and Todd Fredrickson
The evolving electronic workplace: Part 2

Be consistent about discipline

By Ruth Mackey and Todd Fredrickson

Teri Karjala
A surefire win-win-win

Give back, and get back

By Teri Karjala

Bart Taylor
Sense of urgency is business as usual in China

A country seemingly not interested in the past is racing toward its future

By Bart Taylor

Brad Feld
Resistance is futile

The information revolution rolls on

By Brad Feld

Ruth Mackey and Todd Fredrickson
The evolving electronic workplace: Part 1

Minimize risks, maximize rewards

By Ruth Mackey and Todd Fredrickson

John Heckers
The top three mistakes people make when it comes to work

And seven things you can do to fix them

By John Heckers

Jeff Nelligan
Protecting your retirement investments…

...during a career change

By Jeff Nelligan

Kurt Leyendecker
Trademark bullies

Who confuses kale with chicken?

By Kurt Leyendecker

Gary Harvey
Are you a sales victim?

It's a self-fulfilling prophecy

By Gary Harvey

David Seems
It’s a new business year

Time to get tough and get going

By David Seems

David Sneed
Bizspeak: To say what you mean…

...know the meaning of what you're saying

By David Sneed

Marty Koenig
The definitive, whole-picture, year-end checklist

Here's what's missing from most lists

By Marty Koenig

Jim Brendel
The rocky road to new revenue standards

They'll impact a key measure of business success

By Jim Brendel

John Heckers
Top 10 networking tips for the January bubble

Don't shoot yourself in the foot

By John Heckers

Eric Peterson
The cool and the creative

Companies strut next-generation technology at DEMOgala

By Eric Peterson

Christopher Stanley
Colorado’s health: How employers can help

Start with wellness programs

By Christopher Stanley

Todd Ordal
Leaders: Let the force be with you

The fastest way to change speed, direction and shape

By Todd Ordal

Bart Taylor
China’s winds of change

Subsidies help level the playing field for this sustainable

By Bart Taylor

Tad Lyle
Putting this off could be hazardous to your wealth

Here's a New Year's resolution worth keeping

By Tad Lyle

Kathleen Quinn Votaw
The courage to use love in the workplace

How it creates sustainable profitability

By Kathleen Quinn Votaw

Bart Taylor
China’s investment revolution

Meet the man whose risky journey transformed a nation's economy

By Bart Taylor

Esty Atlas
Oscar marketing 2012: Part 2

Just using Twitter and Facebook isn't enough

By Esty Atlas

TC North and Cathy Greenberg
Tim Tebow: A true “Fearless Leader”

Is emotional intelligence part of his success?

By TC North and Cathy Greenberg

Esty Atlas
Oscar marketing 2012: Part 1

Customer engagement is no passing fad

By Esty Atlas

Merit Gest
Top 10 ways to become a business “previvor”

Tackle your risk head-on

By Merit Gest

Liz Wendling
The power of the follow-up

Neglect it at your peril

By Liz Wendling

Bart Taylor
Report from China: The land of cleantech opportunity

The beginning of an eye-opening trip

By Bart Taylor

Fred Taylor
A financial tug-of-war

Don't ignore the good news about the U.S. economy

By Fred Taylor

Derek Murphy
Perserverance: Not just a cheesy saying

Five tips for the real deal

By Derek Murphy

Troy Rackham, John Balitis and Carrie Pixler-Ryerson
Is tonight’s holiday party tomorrow’s post?

Keep your company bash from becoming a social media sideshow

By Troy Rackham, John Balitis and Carrie Pixler-Ryerson

Reid Carr
Building a business that lasts a century—and beyond

How I hope to create a company that endures

By Reid Carr

David Sneed
Top 11 ways to impress the boss

You don't have to do all of them to be successful

By David Sneed

Ann Spoor
A LinkedIn lament

Who are all these people?

By Ann Spoor

Peter Lemire
Is a win always a win?

When it comes to litigation, the answer is no

By Peter Lemire

Todd Ordal
Hunting sacred cows

Sometimes, you've got to back away to see them

By Todd Ordal

Thomas Frey
Why industries collapse

The last option on the path to simplification

By Thomas Frey

Bruce Hemmings
When it comes to your money, politics matter

What's going on globally can hit you in the wallet

By Bruce Hemmings

Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench
Lovers of low-cost vino are Scrooged

The $10 bottle is down the drain

By Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench

David Tolson
Those 20-year employees

Find 'em and keep 'em

By David Tolson

Bill Shirley
Leadership: art or science?

Here's the essence of an authentic leader

By Bill Shirley

Tucker Hart Adams
The Economist: Let’s soak the rich

Playing the blame-game won't fix anything

By Tucker Hart Adams

Liz Wendling
Instant sales karma

Get it by being honest

By Liz Wendling

Rob Duncan
The secret to cheaper - and better - customer service

Retailers, here's a way to make your holiday merrier

By Rob Duncan

Dave Tabor
A blueprint for a business-friendly environment

Colorado's on the right track

By Dave Tabor

Julie Hansen
Does your elevator speech pass the test?

Make the most of holiday networking with these four tips

By Julie Hansen

Mike Cote
Kinky Friedman’s “Hanukkah Tour” ain’t what you think (unless you know the Kinkster)

Texas singer-songwriter, author comes to Denver's Oriental Theater on Thursday

By Mike Cote

David Seems
Become your own bank

Simple, cheap and safe

By David Seems

John Heckers
Top 10 ways for the jobless to de-stress the holidays

Go shop-free and simplify

By John Heckers

Teri Karjala
The reluctant entrepreneur

Wearing too many hats? Consider outsourcing

By Teri Karjala

J. Marcus Painter
Rooftop solar and dirt law

Don't forget the real estate fundamentals

By J. Marcus Painter

David Sneed
Putting stock in the National Western show

Aurora's close enough

By David Sneed

Bart Taylor
Hick’s COIN: Cash or bust?

The Colorado Innovation Network – COIN – will in part reinvent a productive, dynamic ecosystem. Among the questions is, why?

By Bart Taylor

Steve Sorensen
Six ways to get closer to customers

They'll go from "being sold" to buying

By Steve Sorensen

Gary Harvey
Sales call or therapy session?

Success depends on a combination

By Gary Harvey

Kurt Leyendecker
What you don’t know about intellectual property…

...can hurt you

By Kurt Leyendecker

Bill Greiner
Economic crystal ball: 2012

Great global expectations, dire debt realities

By Bill Greiner

TC North
Crazy like a Fox

Leadership lessons from the coach and Tebow

By TC North

Christopher J. Ryan
Just how many sales leads do you need?

The answer could make you a C-suite hero

By Christopher J. Ryan

Larry Turner and Doug Phelps
Realigning with your strengths

A lesson in business success in volatile times

By Larry Turner and Doug Phelps

CEO of the Year: Large company finalists

Mike Taylor
CEO of the Year: John Horan

Building Horan & McConaty has been an undertaking steeped in meaning

By Mike Taylor

Allen Best
State of the state: Transportation

Union Station Once Again is a Hub for Rail Connections

By Allen Best

Pat Wiesner
On Management: A view of the U.S.

...from the other side of the pond

By Pat Wiesner

Mike Taylor
Small biz: The Netflix of the ski rental industry

By Mike Taylor

Eric Peterson
Colorado cool stuff: Sleash, Suncups, Topo and the Mutt & the Mustang

By Eric Peterson

Eric Peterson
Tech startup: Orbotix

By Eric Peterson

Tucker Hart Adams
The Economist: Let’s soak the rich

By Tucker Hart Adams

Jeff Rundles
Rundles wrap-up: Self-serving

By Jeff Rundles

Mike Cote
State of the state: Hospitality

Queen of Comedy Works: next chapter could include a reality show

By Mike Cote

Eric Peterson
State of the state: Telecom

Comcast Program Aims to Reduce "Digital Divide"

By Eric Peterson

CEO of the Year: Small company finalists

Legal Insight Special Section

Keeping the lights on and the doors open: Negotiating lease concessions

CEO of the Year: Medium company finalists

Stewart Schley
Sports biz: Modern sports mantra

Tweet early, tweet often

By Stewart Schley

Mike Cote
Crawling from the wreckage

We may be coming out of the "long, hard slog," but the economy has to learn how to walk before it can run again

By Mike Cote

The price is right, so let’s make a deal

Cheap money, undervalued
businesses fuel middle-market M&As

Executive edge: Lawrence French & Gregory Sargowicki

Entertainment is a key
ingredient for catering duo

By Lynn Bronikowski

Mike Cote
Cote’s Colorado: 24-hour giveness

Colorado Gives Day returns online Dec. 6

By Mike Cote

Guest column: Collaborate to create a stable business climate

By Dave Tabor

November 2011

John Heckers
Top 10 ways to get ready for January hiring

Make sure you've got a chair when the music stops

By John Heckers

Mike Cote
Cote’s Colorado: 24-hour giveness

Colorado Gives Day returns online Dec. 6

By Mike Cote

David Sneed
The perils of specialization

Is it possible to cook steak in a dishwasher?

By David Sneed

David Seems
What if they threw a recession, and nobody came?

Eighteen ways to win the economic war

By David Seems

Bill Shirley
Does your management model limit performance?

Evolve or perish!

By Bill Shirley

Yosh Eisbart
ERP Confidential

The insider secrets they don't want you to know

By Yosh Eisbart

Andrew Lillie
The great energy debate: Renewable vs. fossil

Colorado is at the heart of the conflict

By Andrew Lillie

Todd Ordal
Measure twice, cut once

Craftmanship and strategy

By Todd Ordal

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: See “Hugo” twice

Once might not be enough for this magical cinematic fable

By Dave Taylor

Thomas Frey
Fifty-five jobs of the future

All the rest

By Thomas Frey

John Heckers
Nine reasons to be grateful this Thanksgiving

Here's my list -- what's on yours?

By John Heckers

Thomas Frey
Fifty-five jobs of the future

The first 26

By Thomas Frey

David Sneed
A brand even God can see

Skyscaping could be a cool marketing tool

By David Sneed

Chris Younger
Deals can be intoxicating

Proceed with caution!

By Chris Younger

Ed Powers
Is MBO holding you back?

Carrot and stick isn't always the best approach

By Ed Powers

Laura Speek
Content strategy: It’s about the information, not the highway

What's driving your firm's digital image?

By Laura Speek

Todd Ordal
When two brains are better than one

Sometimes, you need a partner

By Todd Ordal

Jeff Rundles
Executive wheels:The wow! factor

Tuscany on wheels

By Jeff Rundles

Tad Lyle
Cash flow rules!

In uncertain times, it's king

By Tad Lyle

Gary Harvey
Bust out of your comfort zone

It's the key to realizing your potential

By Gary Harvey

Ron Phillips
The three-step no-brainer mutual fund strategy

What Wall Street doesn't want you to know

By Ron Phillips

Teri Karjala
The slippery slope of the sliding fee scale

If we don't value our time, why should anyone else?

By Teri Karjala

Derek Murphy
Too many feuding superstars on your team?

How to play referee

By Derek Murphy

David Sneed
The one-sentence sales theory

Half of selling is showing, the rest is....

By David Sneed

David P. Mead
Colorado success stories: Trada

Crowdsourcing gets better online ad results for small businesses

By David P. Mead

John Heckers
Welcome aboard - watch your step!

Eight great tips for new job success

By John Heckers

Steve Sorensen
Three keys to doing more with less

You can win the budget war - and create happy employees

By Steve Sorensen

Jeff Thredgold
The latest economic numbers:

As exciting as kissing your sister

By Jeff Thredgold

Liz Wendling
The leap from salesperson to sales manager

It's a tricky transition

By Liz Wendling

Brad Feld
Startup Colorado

The goal: do stuff, don't just talk about it

By Brad Feld

Julie Stone
Doing a better job of saving for retirement

The impact of the Pension Protection Act

By Julie Stone

Todd Ordal
Why that voodoo you do might not work anymore

Time to up your business agility

By Todd Ordal

Kathleen Quinn Votaw
Shoot for the moon…

...and other values to live by

By Kathleen Quinn Votaw

Jeff Rundles
Executive wheels: The what?! factor

As in, what was Toyota thinking?

By Jeff Rundles

TC North
The invisible obstacle to success

Don't let fear trip you up

By TC North

David Sneed
Lindys unlimited

Self-reliant employees can really fly high

By David Sneed

Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench
Vino for your holiday vegan

Plus a Thanksgiving story about Uncle Al's glass eye

By Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench

Julie Hansen
Creating buyer urgency

Try raising the stakes!

By Julie Hansen

Ann Spoor
The Leadership Lattice: Art Zeile

A conversation about building business strength from the top down

By Ann Spoor

John Heckers
Sexual harassment: 20 years after

Know how to protect yourself

By John Heckers

Wayne Farlow
Seven simple tax-saving tips

Don't pay more than you have to

By Wayne Farlow

Todd Ordal
Teaching surfing from the beach

Theory vs. practice: there's a big difference

By Todd Ordal

Bruce Hemmings
It’s 2011: Do you know where all your retirement savings are?

Time to consolidate!

By Bruce Hemmings

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: “In Time” is a waste of it

Save your minutes and your money

By Dave Taylor

Liz Wendling
Hey, cold callers - It’s not about you!

Five fundamentals when you call me (or anyone else)

By Liz Wendling

Brad Feld
How to have a great board meeting

First of all, dump the powerpoint

By Brad Feld

Scott Laband
Lessons from Boston’s education reformers

Here are some things business leaders need to know

By Scott Laband

Gary Harvey
A salesperson with a cause

Without one, you won't get far

By Gary Harvey

Lisa Jackson
A tale of two cultures: From purgatory to paradise, Part 2

In with the new!

By Lisa Jackson

George Tyler
Alliance of one

This is where the world is headed

By George Tyler

Derek Murphy
Leaders, try a slice of humble pie

It's good for everyone

By Derek Murphy

Ron Phillips
Top 10 investor mistakes

Here are the first five

By Ron Phillips

Lisa Jackson
A tale of two cultures: From purgatory to paradise, Part 1

From purgatory to paradise

By Lisa Jackson

Jandel Allen-Davis
The Massachusetts Plan: One blueprint for health care reform

What can Colorado learn from their experience?

By Jandel Allen-Davis

Lida Citroën
Reputation as a critical innovation tool

Personal branding starts with you

By Lida Citroën

Steve Sorensen
When icons go to heaven

A tribute to a man with a soul on fire

By Steve Sorensen

Colorado Sustainable Design Awards: Single family residential

John Heckers
Seven symptoms of “Executive Think”

The Netflix debacle is a good example

By John Heckers

Chris Younger
Preparing for business battle

Selling a company is a process

By Chris Younger

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 finalist: CapitalValue Advisors

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Tucker Hart Adams
The Economist: Can forecasting provide anything worthwhile?

By Tucker Hart Adams

Lisa Ryckman
Top Company: Xanterra Parks & Resorts

Winner in the tourism/hospitality category

By Lisa Ryckman

Mike Cote
Cote’s Colorado: Duffeyrolls same as they ever were

By Mike Cote

Michelle Davenport
State of the state: Retail/Consumer

Hand and Stone, Waxing the City,
in the Business of TLC

By Michelle Davenport

Maria Cote
Top Company: Denver Rescue Mission

Winner in the nonprofit category

By Maria Cote

Mike Taylor
Small biz: Damon Carson—a man with a repurpose

By Mike Taylor

Colorado Sustainable Design Awards: Civic

Top Company: IQNavigator

Winner in the tech category

Colorado Sustainable Design Awards: Communities

Stewart Schley
Sports biz: Hoop dreams, deferred

By Stewart Schley

Mike Cote
Top Company 2011: CorePower Yoga

Winner in the consumer business category

By Mike Cote

Eric Peterson
State of the state: Real estate

Battery621 Home for Eclectic
Group of Commercial Tenants

By Eric Peterson

Eric Peterson
Tech startup: Leaftrack

By Eric Peterson

Jeff Rundles
Rundles wrap-up: Re-invention

By Jeff Rundles

Executive edge: Rhonda Maas

President of Building
Restoration Specialties appreciates the power
of craftsmanship

By Lynn Bronikowski

Maria Cote
Top Company: PCL Construction

Winner in the real estate/construction category

By Maria Cote

State of the state: Business Development

Leadership Exchange Delegates Share Perspectives on Boston

Colorado Sustainable Design Awards: Residential multifamily

Mike Taylor
Top Company: Linhart Public Relations

Winner in the media/advertising category

By Mike Taylor

Mike Cote
Top Company 2011: DaVita

Winner in the health care category

By Mike Cote

Lisa Ryckman
Top Company: tw telecom

Winner in the telecommunications category

By Lisa Ryckman

Maria Cote
Top Company 2011: OtterBox

Winner in the manufacturing category

By Maria Cote

Mike Cote
Staying power

The 2011 Top Company award winners have learned how to succeed in the toughest of times

By Mike Cote

Mike Taylor
Top Company: JG Management Systems

Winner in the services category

By Mike Taylor

Mike Cote
Colorado Sustainable Design Awards

Quest for sustainability yields
‘inspiring acts of frugality'

By Mike Cote

Mike Cote
Top Company 2011: FirstBank Holding Co.

Winner in the financial services category

By Mike Cote

Pat Wiesner
On Management: How your team measures you

By Pat Wiesner

Guest column: Teaching our kids to eat well at school

School cafeterias are our ally in the fight against obesity

October 2011

Colorado Sustainable Design Awards: Commercial

Eric Peterson
Colorado cool stuff: Skis and ski furniture, goggles and outer gear

By Eric Peterson

Sustainable construction: A century-old concept

New technology has spurred energy savings,
but the best architects and builders have
always sought efficiency

Maria Cote
GENxyz Top Five: Josh Stewart

Founder saw need to fortify aircraft owners with more than fuel

By Maria Cote

Todd Ordal
Five ways to handle C-suite curveballs

Whether you're an exec who pitches or catches, these can help

By Todd Ordal

Bruce Hemmings
Six timely tax tactics for uncertain times

What does the future hold for 2011 and beyond?

By Bruce Hemmings

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 finalist: Vail Resorts

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Bart Taylor
Branding Colorado

Time for a fresh angle on economic development and our image

By Bart Taylor

Scott Esmond
Five tools to help break out of the creative box

How brewers, sports retailers and others are doing it

By Scott Esmond

Teri Karjala
Seven steps to solid partnerships

Building the foundation of your business

By Teri Karjala

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 finalist: The Children’s Museum of Denver

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Gary Harvey
The psychology of selling

People buy emotionally

By Gary Harvey

Jamie Van Leeuwen
The Denver mojo

Boston's great, but there's no place like home

By Jamie Van Leeuwen

Elizabeth Nedrow
Looking into the crystal ball of health care reform

Now is a good time to examine what's coming

By Elizabeth Nedrow

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 finalist: Flatiron Construction Corp.

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

John Heckers
Nine innovative job-search tactics

Start an accountability group -- no Debbie Downers allowed!

By John Heckers

Steve Sorensen
The gifts of a great organizational culture

Here are three

By Steve Sorensen

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 finalist: EnviroTech Services Inc.

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Kathleen Quinn Votaw
Steve Jobs: The genius who knew it was all about the people

How he built an A+ team - and kept it

By Kathleen Quinn Votaw

Charles Farrell
And now—the good news

Here are some biz stats to brighten your day

By Charles Farrell

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: Prophetic or psychotic?

"Take Shelter" keeps us guessing

By Dave Taylor

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 finalist: University Physicians

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Todd Ordal
Monsters under the bed

Sometimes they really are there

By Todd Ordal

Triche Guenin
Want to improve your business game?

Play with someone better!

By Triche Guenin

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 finalist: HealthTrans

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Maureen McDonald
Keeping the public eye on the issues

A new project aims to do just that

By Maureen McDonald

Wayne Farlow
The key to successful investing

Make a plan, and stick with it

By Wayne Farlow

Mike Cote
Blues babe delivers ‘80s style pop

Plus: Soul of John Black finds ‘70s vibe

By Mike Cote

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 finalist: GroundFloor Media

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Julie Hansen
Role-play for sales results

The importance of casting and direction

By Julie Hansen

Eric Peterson
The envelope, please…

Presenting the regional finalists at the Cleantech Open

By Eric Peterson

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 finalist: Epicurean Culinary Group

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Liz Wendling
How the sales world is like dieting

Are you losing or gaining clients?

By Liz Wendling

Lindsey Rothrock
Stop your trademark from going XXX

Act before Oct. 28 to protect it

By Lindsey Rothrock

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 finalist: blue onion

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

John Heckers
Eight ways to revitalize your job search

Don't give in to the temptation to give up

By John Heckers

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 finalist: Golftec

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Theresa M. Szczurek
Five secrets for startup success

Lessons learned from Bob Metcalfe

By Theresa M. Szczurek

Todd Ordal
Newsflash: Rewards work

Just ask, "What's in it for them?"

By Todd Ordal

Christopher Stanley
Five ways to put health care dollars back in your pocket

Take time to understand your options during open enrollment

By Christopher Stanley

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 finalist: Birko

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Brad Feld
Can you be a deep thinker…

...even though you're insanely busy?

By Brad Feld

Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench
Passion in pinot paradise

A love letter to Elways' wine guys

By Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 finalist: GTRI

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Derek Murphy
Five great tips to help get what Zuckerberg’s got

This comes before the billions

By Derek Murphy

Tracy E. Houston
Future directors: Five key areas for questions

Before getting "on board," exercise due dilligence

By Tracy E. Houston

Lilly Marks
Boston’s biomedical bonanza

We've got a lot of what it takes right here

By Lilly Marks

Eileen Appelbaum and Tracy Mott
Your job - or your health?

Workers shouldn't have to choose

By Eileen Appelbaum and Tracy Mott

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 finalist: Zayo

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Steve Sorensen
When customers become partners: A case study

Saving a customer -- and five ways everybody won

By Steve Sorensen

Jeff Rundles
Executive wheels: A so-so sedan

No complaints - and no raves - about Niissan's Altima

By Jeff Rundles

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 finalist: Latisys

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Todd Ordal
A leader in (and on) “Jeopardy!”

Take a cue from John Wooden: "Be quick, but don't hurry!"

By Todd Ordal

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 finalist: Statera

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Troy Rackham, John Balitis and Carrie Pixler-Ryerson
Caution: social media and hiring ahead

Employers need to handle Facebook info with care

By Troy Rackham, John Balitis and Carrie Pixler-Ryerson

Gary Harvey
The secret to smart hiring

Get the right people on the bus, and you can drive anywhere

By Gary Harvey

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 winner: Denver Rescue Mission

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Vic Ahmed
Supporting innovation and entrepreneurship

A lession from Boston on building the future

By Vic Ahmed

John Heckers
Nine tips to help newbies build business cred

Remember: It's not all about you

By John Heckers

Ron Phillips
The no. 1 investing technique

It isn't what you think

By Ron Phillips

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 finalist: IMA Financial Group

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Todd Ordal
Netflix’s CEO: Traitor or hero?

Gotta give him props for courage

By Todd Ordal

Steve Sorensen
Two great strategies that build profit machines

Reinvent your company with a customer-centric culture

By Steve Sorensen

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 winner: FirstBank

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Liz Wendling
Get your “ask” in gear

Diagnose, don't assume

By Liz Wendling

Chris Ross
Payments fraud: Is your business protected?

Understand the threat and know the remedies to reduce business exposure and liability

By Chris Ross

Julie Hansen
Five quick acting lessons for sales pros

Play the part, and close the deal

By Julie Hansen

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 winner: PCL Construction Enterprises

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Stephen Jordan
An internship on steroids?

A Northeastern-style co-op could be good for Denver students and business

By Stephen Jordan

Pat Wiesner
On management: The people part of business

Make your employees happy and they will delight you

By Pat Wiesner

Executive edge: Rich Jennings

Drawn to business from childhood, Chicago native
sees growth in Comcast's business services

By Lynn Bronikowski

Mike Taylor
GENxyz: Colorado’s Top 25 Young Professionals for 2011

The best and the brightest under 39

By Mike Taylor

Progress report: A look at last year’s Cleantech winners

Firms look beyond innovation to market share, mainstream acceptance

GE Financial exec Kevin Skillen to keynote CCIA event

Energy venture capital unit already having record deal year

Patricia Kaowthumrong
State of the state: Retail

Frozen yogurt shops
descend on Denver

By Patricia Kaowthumrong

Tucker Hart Adams
The Economist: The art of forecasting

By Tucker Hart Adams

Filling the gap

Aravaipa Ventures focuses solely on Colorado companies

Lisa Ryckman
GENxyz Top Five: Krista Paul

CU Leed's school graduate created a business around frequent flier miles

By Lisa Ryckman

Lisa Ryckman
Green on green

Colorado Science and Technology Innovation Reinvestment Act will nurture cleantech startups

By Lisa Ryckman

Mike Cote
Cote’s Colorado: AEG launches ticketing service in Denver

By Mike Cote

Mike Taylor
Small biz: BuyMyTronics broadens scope, expands down under

By Mike Taylor

Eric Peterson
GENxyz Buzz Companies

These upstarts are driving the next generation of business in Colorado

By Eric Peterson

Maria Cote
GENxyz Top Five: Ted Church

His hybrid ad agency creates merchandise that fits the market

By Maria Cote

Mike Taylor
Top 250 Private Companies 2011

Pent-up demand boosted staffing firms in 2010

By Mike Taylor

Lofty CREED: Make Colorado the center of the cleantech universe

Colorado Center for Renewable Energy Economic Development unites stakeholders

Eric Peterson
Colorado cool stuff: Gorilla suits, skincare, Loyaltees and hot sauce

By Eric Peterson

Carolyn McIntosh
State of the state: Sustainability

Garden stores get certified green by Veriflora

By Carolyn McIntosh

Allen Best
State of the state: Energy

Hickenlooper Looks to Fleet to Promote Natural Gas

By Allen Best

No pure path to growth for cleantech companies

Developing energy startups takes more capital - and time - than it does for IT

Rundles wrap-up: Snail mail

Stewart Schley
Sports biz: Get yer grill on

By Stewart Schley

Eric Peterson
Tech startup: MYAPP2GO.COM

By Eric Peterson

Downtown’s new neighborhood: Arapahoe Square

by Tracy Huggins

Upgrading the grid

Utilities prepping lines for renewables

Maria Cote
GENxyz Top Five: Christian Vanek

He might be better known for what he doesn't believe in as a leader than what he does

By Maria Cote

Filling a prescription for prosperity

Anschutz Medical Campus is
pumping billions into the
state economy, but can it last?

By Lisa Marshall

September 2011

Todd Ordal
Life at C-level: The air is thinner up there

Here's how to avoid a rapid descent

By Todd Ordal

GENxyz finalists 2011

Here are the other 20 of our Top 25 Young Professionals

Gary Harvey
Ten deadly sins of sales staff management

Plus a bonus tip!

By Gary Harvey

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 winner: Linhart Public Relations

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

David Tolson
How to bridge the personal-corporate goodwill gap

The owner may need to step away

By David Tolson

TC North
Underperforming your potential? Time to change!

Beating yourself up keeps you the same

By TC North

Ron Phillips
Financial theatre of the absurd

S&P knocks us down, and the bond market goes bonkers

By Ron Phillips

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 winner: OtterBox

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

John Heckers
Top 10 deadly networking mistakes

If you make me sick, it's not going to help you

By John Heckers

Larry Turner
A recession success story

The rollercoaster ride taken by Arrow Sheet Metal Products

By Larry Turner

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 winner: tw telecom

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Liz Wendling
Five ways to fan the flames of your sales passion

Get back that lovin' feeling

By Liz Wendling

Rebecca Dow and Erik Lemmon
Colorado’s transfer fee prohibition

It might have big implications for builders, developers, non-profits

By Rebecca Dow and Erik Lemmon

Thomas Frey
Re-thinking the court of public opinion: Part 2

It's easier than ever to end up on the wrong side of the law

By Thomas Frey

Bart Taylor
Flaming Gorge in Colorado’s sights

State steps up to study new water supply

By Bart Taylor

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 winner: Xanterra

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Todd Ordal
No more Mr. Nice Guy

The best execs know being kind is smarter

By Todd Ordal

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 winner: IQNavigator

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Eric Peterson
Comcast Internet Essentials

Bridging the digital divide

By Eric Peterson

Roy H. Koerner
Can you spell V-A-L-U-E-S?

Here's what's important for today's businesses

By Roy H. Koerner

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 winner: DaVita

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Derek Murphy
It’s all in your head

What's your leadership mindset?

By Derek Murphy

Teri Karjala
Five great ways to win the online popularity contest

It takes time, but it can be done

By Teri Karjala

David P. Mead
Colorado success stories: Brierley Associates

Expertise, value, and responsiveness lead to success underground

By David P. Mead

Gary Harvey
Finding your game

How golf is like sales

By Gary Harvey

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 winner: CorePower Yoga

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Brad Feld
The mentor motor

How to (em)power entrepreneurship

By Brad Feld

John Heckers
Nine ways to stand out from the job-hungry crowd

Top tips for acing the interview

By John Heckers

Jenny Douras
Out of sight, on the job

Tips for managing a remote workforce

By Jenny Douras

Bill Greiner
Reassessing a recession reoccurrence

Chances of another one are higher

By Bill Greiner

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company 2011 winner: JGMS

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Steve Sorensen
Five sales training lessons I learned the hard way

Is it a waste of money?

By Steve Sorensen

Jeff Rundles
Executive wheels: A minivan that needs a new plan

Imported from Detroit with a lot of city noise

By Jeff Rundles

Dennis Triplett
Making the most of HSAs

Putting the "savings" into Health Savings Accounts

By Dennis Triplett

the staff of ColoradoBiz
2011 Top Company winners

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

Todd Ordal
Cat-herding for fun and profit

How to limit the no-win assignments

By Todd Ordal

Thomas Frey
Re-thinking the court of public opinion: Part 1

Would you trust your fate to the whims of 5 million people?

By Thomas Frey

Mike Shafai
Do you know who your IRA beneficiary is…

...and why it matters?

By Mike Shafai

Troy Rackham, John Balitis and Carrie Pixler-Ryerson
Tweet from Uncle Sam:

Let your employees chat about work through social media--or else!

By Troy Rackham, John Balitis and Carrie Pixler-Ryerson

Liz Wendling
The dangers of the business comfort zone

By Liz Wendling

Steve Baker
Your next business may be hiding in plain sight

Here's the latest winner of my "Duh, Why Didn't I See That?" award

By Steve Baker

Kathleen Quinn Votaw
Respect: How to give it and get it

It can give you a powerful business advantage

By Kathleen Quinn Votaw

Gary Harvey
Listen well, and you will sell!

Here's how it works

By Gary Harvey

Wayne Farlow
Your children—or your retirement?

Some tips to wean the kids off your financial support

By Wayne Farlow

Best Companies to Work For

Julie Hansen
Try a little showmanship

When the right product, price and timing are not enough

By Julie Hansen

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: Bring on the pandemic!

"Contagion:" smart but less than thrilling

By Dave Taylor

Fred Taylor
Gold: hedge, yes

Investment? That's another story

By Fred Taylor

John Heckers
The President’s jobs plan: too little, too late?

Pragmatism needs to trump ideology

By John Heckers

Larry Turner
A recession success story

Intertech Plastics made some gutsy moves that paid off

By Larry Turner

Ann Spoor
The Leadership Lattice: Brian Gast

A conversation about building business strength from the top down

By Ann Spoor

Todd Ordal
Where work ends and fun begins

Blurring lines can work to your advantage

By Todd Ordal

Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench
Moscato and hip-hop

A wine worthy of song

By Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench

Chris Younger
Four things to do when your deal dies

No. 1: Take a step back and a deep breath

By Chris Younger

Liz Wendling
The dark side of discounting

What's the cost?

By Liz Wendling

Marty Koenig
Eight tricks to beat your competition

First of all -- what are they up to?

By Marty Koenig

Jay Dirkmaat
Seven questions to ask an Internet Service Provider

Here's how to make sure your business gets what it needs

By Jay Dirkmaat

John Heckers
Seven questionable career services…

...and a couple of worthwhile ones

By John Heckers

Robert Polk
The travel pros came, they saw, they liked

Denver put out the welcome mat, big-time

By Robert Polk

Suzanne Griffiths
Who gets the severance package in the divorce?

It all depends

By Suzanne Griffiths

Gary Harvey
Ten reasons up-front contracts work

When it comes to sales, they can make a huge difference

By Gary Harvey

David P. Mead
Colorado success stories: HEIT

Growth at the speed of HEIT

By David P. Mead

Christopher J. Ryan
David vs. Goliath, business-style: Part 2

Low-cost, high-impact tactics work

By Christopher J. Ryan

Todd Ordal
Do you hire mini-me’s?

Build a culture - not a cult

By Todd Ordal

Bill Greiner
Recession or not?

Let's play an economic guessing game

By Bill Greiner

Thomas Frey
Living in the age of hyper-awareness: Part 2

Every problem creates an opportunity

By Thomas Frey

Kathleen Quinn Votaw
The great “Aha!” in hiring

Culture and character first, competency second

By Kathleen Quinn Votaw

Mike Shafai
Global investment: Is it still a smart strategy?

It's time to take another look

By Mike Shafai

Mike Cote
Getting it right with “Nothing Is Wrong”

Dawes proves a worthy successor to CSN&Y

By Mike Cote

Teri Karjala
How to can the head trash

Stop being your own worst enemy

By Teri Karjala

the staff of ColoradoBiz
Top Company finalists

Colorado's most competitive business award isn't getting any easier

By the staff of ColoradoBiz

TC North
High-performance selling

Four surefire steps to blast through the fear

By TC North

Troy Rackham, John Balitis and Carrie Pixler-Ryerson
How to create a social media policy

Make sure it fits your company's culture

By Troy Rackham, John Balitis and Carrie Pixler-Ryerson

Wayne Farlow
Take control of your financial future

Follow the seven steps to abundance

By Wayne Farlow

Rob Reuteman
Rare earth rising

Vanadium's potential 
for energy storage is 
helping to drive push for uranium mining's return in Montrose County

By Rob Reuteman

Going global for the greater good

Colorado college
students are learning to become social entrepreneurs

State of the state: Marketing

Leads Groups: Connecting
the Old-Fashioned Way

Executive edge: Carl Clark

Mental Health Center
CEO knows the toll of the economic downturn

By Lynn Bronikowski

Stewart Schley
Sports biz: Brother, can you spare a luxury suite?

By Stewart Schley

Colorado Springs is looking a lot more like Denver

Strong-mayor government ushers in a new era

Allen Best
Forget the handicap

Renewables need to compete on par with the rest of the energy mix

By Allen Best

Finding the hidden gems

The pulse on deal-making in Colorado

By Nora Caley

Michelle Davenport
State of the state: Education

Metro State Launches
Franchise Program

By Michelle Davenport

Mike Cote
State of the state: Labor

How Companies Can Avoid Cutting Good Workers: Keep Staffs Lean

By Mike Cote

Mike Taylor
Small biz: Home-based businessman is his own lone employee

By Mike Taylor

Mike Cote
Cote’s Colorado: No place like home, but how about those Red Sox?

Denver business and community leaders
aim to extract secrets from Boston

By Mike Cote

Rob Reuteman
Confusion muddles the health-care market

Reform is muting the growth of an
otherwise booming sector

By Rob Reuteman

Eric Peterson
Colorado cool stuff: Amazing rake, Robin’s chocolates, trucker hats, Frisk jewelry

By Eric Peterson

Pat Wiesner
On management: Where do you go after you blow through your startup money?

By Pat Wiesner

David Lewis
Roadside Attractions

Saunders Construction builds on its legacy with high-profile projects like the new IKEA Centennial

By David Lewis

Eric Peterson
Tech startup: Sympoz Inc.

Tapping into continuing education

By Eric Peterson

Tucker Hart Adams
The Economist: The deficit/debt fiasco

By Tucker Hart Adams

Jeff Rundles
Rundles wrap-up: Space cadets

By Jeff Rundles

August 2011

John Heckers
Eight tips for speedy networking when you need it most

Here's what to do when you're jobless

By John Heckers

Neil McKenzie
Top 10 questions to bolster your brand experience

The world has become one big marketplace

By Neil McKenzie

Keith DuBay
Whistleblower bounty: This isn’t your dad’s SEC

Digital revolution forces white collar agency to keep up with the times

By Keith DuBay

Julie Hansen
Sales 101 B.C.

Women are selling -- so why aren't they writing about it?

By Julie Hansen

Christopher J. Ryan
David vs. Goliath, business-style: Part 1

Strategies to help small companies compete with industry giants

By Christopher J. Ryan

Brad Feld
Bookkeeping fun with Dick and Jane

Advice for setting up your accounting system

By Brad Feld

Todd Ordal
Anticipating the curveball in your future

Get ready to swing at it -- before it's too late

By Todd Ordal

Thomas Frey
Living in the age of hyper-awareness

Everything changes so quickly around here!

By Thomas Frey

Mira Finé
IRS loss is a win for you

Gift and estate tax ruling benefits families

By Mira Finé

Liz Wendling
Top five networking no-no’s

Here's why your networking isn't working

By Liz Wendling

Bob Hills
Six tips for creating great business strategy

Strategic objectives should enable execution

By Bob Hills

Troy Rackham, John Balitis and Carrie Pixler-Ryerson
Too much social media at work?

When it comes to discipline, employers have to be careful not to cross the line

By Troy Rackham, John Balitis and Carrie Pixler-Ryerson

Larry Turner
How one company weathered the storm

Proto-Tel is back to pre-recession revenue levels

By Larry Turner

Theresa M. Szczurek
Five tips for better sleep—and results

Here's one: Learn to sleep in a storm

By Theresa M. Szczurek

Bill Greiner
Recession of confidence

It's spreading from here to Europe

By Bill Greiner

Gary Harvey
Possibly mission impossible: Managing your sales team

The challenge: Getting everybody on the same page

By Gary Harvey

Thomas Frey
How many laws are enough? Part 2

My four-step plan to fix the system

By Thomas Frey

Rob Duncan
“This is Peggy”

Finding an outsourcing partner that meets your needs

By Rob Duncan

John Heckers
The answers to my FAQs

Readers ask the darndest things

By John Heckers

Derek Murphy
Top six ways to Improve your strategic thinking

It's all about taking risks

By Derek Murphy

Ann Spoor
The Leadership Lattice: Paul Larkins

A conversation about building business strength from the top down

By Ann Spoor

Todd Ordal
Six great ways to stay at the top of your game

Take a page from this CEO's book

By Todd Ordal

Elizabeth Harding
European cookie monsters

The "cookie directive" has website owners in a panic

By Elizabeth Harding

Tim Larson
Beating the M&A odds

Five ways to make it work

By Tim Larson

Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench
A bladder in cardboard = blech?

If you can't beat 'em....

By Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench

Troy Rackham, John Balitis and Carrie Pixler-Ryerson
Social media goes to court

The information superhighway can lead to an evidentiary goldmine

By Troy Rackham, John Balitis and Carrie Pixler-Ryerson

David P. Mead
Six great ways to make networking work

It's about building relationships, not collecting business cards

By David P. Mead

Gary Harvey
I hate cold calling!

Thanks to lessons from Mom and Dad....

By Gary Harvey

Thomas Frey
How many laws are enough?

And how well are they working?

By Thomas Frey

Jim Brendel
Private company accounting, simplified

Here are some of the potential areas that could be tweaked

By Jim Brendel

John Heckers
Top 10 tips for acing the fall hiring season

It's going to be a short one

By John Heckers

Teri Karjala
Four tips for growing your health care business

Here's how to create strong partnerships

By Teri Karjala

Bob Hills
Hammering rocks—or building cathedrals?

The link between strategy execution and employee engagement

By Bob Hills

Mike Cote
Mike Zito’s blues come tough

Four chances to see him live

By Mike Cote

Liz Wendling
Following up isn’t optional

Stop making excuses and just do it!

By Liz Wendling

Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench
From acting to singing, Jeff “bridges” the arts

Plus, Trombone Shorty marches in

By Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench

Helen Raleigh
Zen and the art of investment

Zen wisdom #1: Stick to your principles

By Helen Raleigh

Todd Ordal
The top four secrets of resurrecting any company

Whether it's GM or the corner store, the principles are the same

By Todd Ordal

Neil McKenzie
Building with the arts

Local economies benefit from cultural districts

By Neil McKenzie

Robert Polk
Finding the good news in the FAA fiasco

I went through ugly, really bad and pretty bad to get there

By Robert Polk

Troy Rackham, John Balitis and Carrie Pixler-Ryerson
Friending your co-workers

Watch out for the pitfalls of Facebook

By Troy Rackham, John Balitis and Carrie Pixler-Ryerson

Gary Harvey
Selling to a group?

Try a dry run

By Gary Harvey

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: Monkeying around can be fun

"Rise of the Planet of the Apes" proves smart & exciting

By Dave Taylor

John Heckers
Do you really want a job?

Or are you just going through the motions?

By John Heckers

Anthony Nelson
To improve efficiency, try the “outside-in” approach

Look at core business processes from the customers' perspective

By Anthony Nelson

Julie Stone
A pay-for-college primer

Take a look at 529 College Savings plans

By Julie Stone

Julie Hansen
The opening night: Taking command of the stage

An excerpt from "Act Like a Sales Pro"

By Julie Hansen

David P. Mead
Colorado success stories: Latisys

Success is in the "private cloud"

By David P. Mead

Larry Turner
How to identify your ideal customers

Bigger isn't always better

By Larry Turner

Liz Wendling
The secret sales sauce

Boost your trust factor

By Liz Wendling

David Tolson
Bring me a rock

Not THAT rock -- a different rock

By David Tolson

Mary Gershwin
The ignorance of ignoring Brazil

It's time to take notice of its potential

By Mary Gershwin

Todd Ordal
Put your shoulder into it!

Adaptive versus corrective action

By Todd Ordal

Darin Gibby
How to fix the patent troll problem

We should take a page from Samuel Morse's book

By Darin Gibby

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: the Old West meets alien invasion

What's not to love about this terrific summer adventure?

By Dave Taylor

Lida Citroën
How much info is TMI?

Be careful not to cross the line

By Lida Citroën

James J. Scholl
Caution: Employer liability ahead

HRAs have many pitfalls

By James J. Scholl

Mike Cote
Keb’ Mo’ gets in a mellow groove for “The Reflection”

Plus: revisiting Pete Yorn and REO Speedwagon

By Mike Cote

Julie Hansen
The IKEA experience: Making it memorable

Three ways to ramp up the drama

By Julie Hansen

Troy Rackham, John Balitis and Carrie Pixler-Ryerson
Social media at work

A necessity -- or a slippery slope?

By Troy Rackham, John Balitis and Carrie Pixler-Ryerson

Teri Karjala
Your health care biz’s economy: gloom or boom?

Perspective is everything

By Teri Karjala

John Heckers
Seven great ways to support the real “job creators”

Making the rich richer doesn't help the economy -- small business does

By John Heckers

Ann Spoor
Leadership Lattice: Ken Ross

A conversation about building business strength from the top down

By Ann Spoor

Mike Cote
Taking Mount Bierstadt again

IP5280 climb raises money for the Children's Hospital and the Kempe Foundation

By Mike Cote

Liz Wendling
Three hot tips for cold-call success

It's business development in disguise

By Liz Wendling

Neil McKenzie
How to get business to support the arts

It all comes down to three little words

By Neil McKenzie

Theresa M. Szczurek
View from a canoe

Seven pointers for life and business success

By Theresa M. Szczurek

Todd Ordal
Let’s reorganize!

AKA, the illusion of progress

By Todd Ordal

Jon Robinson
Satisfied customers: a growth strategy for today

It's a way to hit the accelerator with limited risk

By Jon Robinson

Thomas Frey
Reinventing monopolies: Part 2

Here's what we've got today

By Thomas Frey

Colorado’s medical marijuana laws leave employers in a cloud of smoke

By Holli Hartman

Mike Taylor
Best Companies to Work for in Colorado: PricewaterhouseCoopers

By Mike Taylor

Maria Cote
Best Companies to Work for in Colorado: PCL Construction

No. 3: Medium category

By Maria Cote

Jeff Rundles
Rundles wrap-up: The A-word

By Jeff Rundles

Mike Cote
Cote’s Colorado: Insurance for the future—a kid with a great job

By Mike Cote

Mike Taylor
Best Companies to Work for in Colorado: Alpine Bank

By Mike Taylor

Lisa Ryckman
Best Companies to Work for in Colordao: IP5280

No. 1: Small category

By Lisa Ryckman

Maria Cote
Best Companies to Work for in Colorado: Medium

By Maria Cote

Eric Peterson
Tech startup: Trada Inc.

By Eric Peterson

Still smoldering

The Four Mile Canyon fire outside Boulder has left a residue of anger, confusion and loss

Lisa Ryckman
Best Companies to Work for in Colorado: Odell Brewing Co.

No. 3: Small category

By Lisa Ryckman

Mike Taylor
Best Companies to Work for in Colorado: Large

By Mike Taylor

Mike Taylor
Best Companies to Work for in Colorado: Edward Jones

Top large company retains its spot

By Mike Taylor

Stewart Schley
Sports biz: Bronco-mania, CSU-style

By Stewart Schley

Conditioned for pain

With health insurance premiums ever on the rise and changes looming, employers need to make tough choices

By Debra Melani

Executive edge: John Taft

Money manager and regulatory-reform leader draws on early newspaper experience

By Lynn Bronikowski

Mike Cote
Best Companies to Work for in Colorado 2011

IP5280 Communications, ReadyTalk and Edward Jones rate the best among 30 finalists

By Mike Cote

Eric Peterson
Hiring and firing in the Facebook age

Social networking and employment law are still forging a working relationship

By Eric Peterson

Lisa Ryckman
Best Companies to Work for in Colorado: Small

By Lisa Ryckman

Maria Cote
Best Companies to Work for in Colorado:ReadyTalk

Medium category: No. 1

By Maria Cote

Lisa Ryckman
Best Companies to Work for in Colorado: Rothstein Kass

No. 2: Small category

By Lisa Ryckman

Maria Cote
Best Companies to Work for in Colorado: Rally Software

No. 2: Medium category

By Maria Cote

Mike Taylor
Small biz: Modmarket owners cater to their own taste

By Mike Taylor

Eric Peterson
Colorado cool stuff: Ecobond, Brazilets, bedbug boxes

By Eric Peterson

Tucker Hart Adams
The Economist: Colorado’s job growth hasn’t kept pace with population

By Tucker Hart Adams

Pat Wiesner
On management: Small-company financing

Learning how to make a profit and still be broke

By Pat Wiesner

July 2011

Kathleen Quinn Votaw
Supporting women at work

DU's ABLE for Women: a clearinghouse to start or grow a business

By Kathleen Quinn Votaw

Thomas Frey
Reinventing monopolies: Part 1

They all have a beginning, a middle and an end

By Thomas Frey

Fred Taylor
Playing chicken with the nation’s credit rating

Despite what's happening, stocks are still a good buy

By Fred Taylor

Troy Rackham
Hiring and firing: How social media fits in

There are questions employers should consider

By Troy Rackham

Editors of E/The Environmental Magazine
Where are all the eco-jobs?

You just have to know where to look

By Editors of E/The Environmental Magazine

Wayne Farlow
New medical taxes are coming your way

Is buying a house more important than our health?

By Wayne Farlow

John Heckers
Top 10 tips for living life your way

It's time to reclaim your personal power

By John Heckers

Bart Taylor
The Obama Proviso

The looming election is driving debate

By Bart Taylor

Yana Vishnitsky
The business of giving back

It can help recruit and retain quality employees

By Yana Vishnitsky

Brad Feld
Consider competition

Here's how I think about it

By Brad Feld

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: Make way for Captain America

A satisfying weakling-to-hero saga

By Dave Taylor

David P. Mead
Colorado success stories: Albeo Technologies

Haitz's law, clean tech, niche focus contribute to Albeo's growth

By David P. Mead

Gary Harvey
Selling strategies for today’s economy

Enthusiasm is out, serious buyers are in

By Gary Harvey

Mike Shafai
Fixed income’s role in saving for retirement

Asset allocation is a key step

By Mike Shafai

Evan Abbott
These kids today!

Separating fact from fiction about the Millennial Generation

By Evan Abbott

Todd Ordal
When 1+1+1 = less than 3

Is the whole of your team greater or less than the sum of its parts?

By Todd Ordal

Thomas Frey
Eight grand challenges for humanity: Part 2

Our need to compete can drive innovation

By Thomas Frey

Mike Cote
Deer Tick heads to Colorado for shows this weekend

Plus: Neil Young's twangy time capsule

By Mike Cote

Julie Hansen
Get cast in a new job

Four acting tips to help you land the role

By Julie Hansen

Thomas Frey
Eight grand challenges for humanity: Part 1

Focus on today's problems, and we're trapped in the past

By Thomas Frey

Helen Raleigh
The debt ceiling debate

What does it mean to your investments?

By Helen Raleigh

Mentors: Building great businesses…

...from great relationships

John Heckers
America’s moral compass

A list of things we must remember

By John Heckers

Paula Berg
Top six reasons why every brand should blog

Try telling your side of the story without one

By Paula Berg

Julie Stone
Time = $$$

Deciding when to take Social Security

By Julie Stone

Liz Wendling
Start sweating the small stuff

In business, everything matters!

By Liz Wendling

Mike Cote
The other Elvis plays host to Bruce, Bono and the Edge

Plus: Terry Adams revives the NRBQ; blues history revived

By Mike Cote

Larry Turner
A recession success story

How one small company transformed its business

By Larry Turner

Todd Ordal
When is growth not good?

There's a reason that Dom Pérignon isn't sold in six-packs at 7-Eleven

By Todd Ordal

Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench
Best bets for bargain reds

Nothing makes me happier

By Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench

Bob Hills
Why does execution take the back seat?

How to align it with strategy

By Bob Hills

Derek Murphy
Get the charisma advantage

Three steps to make it happen

By Derek Murphy

Brad Feld
Financial (il)literacy

There are four things people struggle with

By Brad Feld

David P. Mead
Colorado success stories: Source Office Products

Faced with a tough economy, Source chose to accelerate growth

By David P. Mead

TC North
Feel like a fraud?

Most of us do at times

By TC North

Fred Taylor and Charles Farrell
Take your eyes off the price

When it comes to stocks, dividends make a difference

By Fred Taylor and Charles Farrell

Teri Karjala
Insurance in the private practice world

Are you in or are you out?

By Teri Karjala

John Heckers
Seven spiritual barriers to finding a job

There's not always another shoe waiting to drop

By John Heckers

Chris Younger
Risky business?

How the market's mood can help business owners

By Chris Younger

Kevin Lombardo
Creating and keeping a winning corporate culture

It can really impact your bottom line

By Kevin Lombardo

Pat Wiesner
On management: Take the high road

There's no low road to success

By Pat Wiesner

Liz Wendling
Mama, don’t let your babies grow up to be salespeople

Why are so many biz owners in denial?

By Liz Wendling

Theresa M. Szczurek
Top 10 tips to get past stress…

...and find happiness and productivity

By Theresa M. Szczurek

Marty Koenig
The small business technology challenge

IT should be part of strategic decisions

By Marty Koenig

Gary Harvey
Shoot for the stars

Goals keep you motivated

By Gary Harvey

Ann Spoor
The Leadership Lattice: Richard Lewis

A conversation about building business strength from the top down

By Ann Spoor

Thomas Frey
The underground economy: Part 2

Here are a few examples of unusual home-based businesses

By Thomas Frey

Todd Ordal
Top seven ways to make the most of performance reviews

They take practice

By Todd Ordal

Bill Greiner
The long, hard slog

A global perspective

By Bill Greiner

Thomas Frey
The underground economy: Part 1

When panic sets in, people get creative

By Thomas Frey

Julie Hansen
Catch a cue

The dangers of selective listening

By Julie Hansen

Robert Polk
Don’t tell them, and they won’t come

Tourism dollars really pay off

By Robert Polk

Christopher J. Ryan
Fatal marketing mistakes for tech companies

Avoid these or risk failure

By Christopher J. Ryan

John Heckers
New grads: Welcome to the real world

Eight things you need to be ready for

By John Heckers

Marty Koenig
Top 12 ways to get the “big check”

Start working on your exit plan two to five years out

By Marty Koenig

David P. Mead
Colorado success stories: comCables

Success in a mature industry by being the champion of the low-voltage contractor

By David P. Mead

Gary Harvey
Top 10 things salespeople should STOP doing

Are you having fun yet?

By Gary Harvey

Ernest Goss
In the Mountain States, a leading economic indicator looks healthy

Expect growth for the next three to six months

By Ernest Goss

Scott Sparks
Planning for the “R” word

Take these steps now to build a financially secure retirement

By Scott Sparks

Wayne Farlow
Seven steps to a financial independence day

Step one: Save 10 percent of after-tax earnings

By Wayne Farlow

Don Awalt
Keep the business pipeline flowing

When in doubt, call a plumber!

By Don Awalt

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: “Transformers,” take three

If you can turn off your logic meter, you'll like it

By Dave Taylor

Mike Cote
Cote’s Colorado: Cricket makes its Muve to music

By Mike Cote

Jeff Rundles
Rundles wrap-up: Numb

By Jeff Rundles

Chandler Shortlidge
State of the state: Small business

Consultant helps wounded vets
transition to Wall Street

By Chandler Shortlidge

Stewart Schley
Sports biz: The ROI on Invesco

By Stewart Schley

Eric Peterson
Tech startup: Next Big Sound Inc.

By Eric Peterson

Eric Peterson
Landlines and land mines

Analysts are mixed on Qwest-CenturyLink merger, but principals see strength in complementary customer bases

By Eric Peterson

Southern exposure

Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation delegates explore Colorado Springs

Maria Cote
Diversity Corporation of the Year

Small to medium finalists

By Maria Cote

Mike Taylor
Small biz: Action Computers borrows from used-car business model

By Mike Taylor

Eric Peterson
Colorado cool stuff: Everything for your bike

By Eric Peterson

Mike Taylor
Top 50 Minority-Owned Businesses

Car dealers lead the list again

By Mike Taylor

Lisa Ryckman
Diversity Corporation of the Year

Finalists in the "large" category

By Lisa Ryckman

Celebrating diversity in business

Finalists for Minority Businessperson of the Year

Strategy for a shifting planet

Businesses need to prepare for today's regulatory environment

Executive edge: Laura Merage

Artist and philanthropist aims to connect community and culture through her nonprofit gallery

By Lynn Bronikowski

Eric Peterson
State of the state: Technology

SharePoint Fest touts collaboration

By Eric Peterson

Tucker Hart Adams
The Economist: Are we headed for trouble?

By Tucker Hart Adams

Mike Cote
State of the state: Education

Comedy Works kicks off summer program for teens and preteens

By Mike Cote

Eric Peterson
Train a-comin’

The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise/Small Business Enterprise Program at metro Denver's Regional Transportation District has won kudos for its aggressive approach - and impressive results.

By Eric Peterson

June 2011

Todd Ordal
Do you know what you don’t know?

Known knowns, known unknowns and unknown unknowns

By Todd Ordal

Helen Raleigh
Should you invest in ETFs?

Exchange traded funds: wildly popular, but risky

By Helen Raleigh

Mira Finé
The mad rush for new estate tax exemptions

The opportunity of a lifetime...or not

By Mira Finé

John Heckers
Eight signs it’s time to exit the corporate jungle

And four things you can do instead

By John Heckers

Lida Citroën
Why you?

The importance of building a personal brand

By Lida Citroën

Larry Turner
Keep your eye on the ball

That's the way to move your business to the next level

By Larry Turner

Gary Harvey
Four steps to snagging the one that got away

We're talking sales, not fish

By Gary Harvey

Bob Hills
Do you have the beat?

How execution rhythm can improve operational efficiency

By Bob Hills

Carolyn Duffy
Investing in the cloud

For most private equity firms, pluses outweight the minuses

By Carolyn Duffy

Kathleen Quinn Votaw
Yogi Berra was right about the future

It definitely ain't what it used to be

By Kathleen Quinn Votaw

Thomas Frey
More on building a rapid job-creation engine

We're either the servants of change or its masters

By Thomas Frey

Kamal Gala
Planning for liquidity

Will you be ready when it comes time for an exit?

By Kamal Gala

Todd Ordal
The need for speed

Get fast, and get real

By Todd Ordal

Mike Cote
A musical power play from Tedeschi Trucks

Plus Booker T.'s Beatles homage and Robert Johnson, better than ever

By Mike Cote

Todd Fredrickson
Got interns?

Know the new labor rules!

By Todd Fredrickson

Chris Younger
More lessons from Buffett and Munger

These two have a lot to teach

By Chris Younger

Larry Turner
Collaboration vs. isolation

Try "dating" another company

By Larry Turner

Ann Spoor
The Leadership Lattice: Rob Meilen

A conversation about building business strength from the top down

By Ann Spoor

Bart Taylor
Hick’s misstep @ OED

The governor seems to have gotten it right the second time

By Bart Taylor

Teri Karjala
The business of health care

Here's the memo you never got

By Teri Karjala

Thomas Frey
Building a rapid job-creation engine

Is there such a thing as a "forever" job?

By Thomas Frey

Liz Wendling
Are you playing the sales blame game?

Time to enter the "no excuse" zone

By Liz Wendling

Derek Murphy
Maximizing managers

Invest in training -- it pays off

By Derek Murphy

Tracy E. Houston
Next director: Five key traits for the nominating committee

Can you afford another Ivy League ego?

By Tracy E. Houston

Gary Harvey
Another sales myth: Prospects need time

Usually, it's just a polite way to say "No"

By Gary Harvey

David P. Mead
Don’t be held back by past success

The greatest challenge can be the SECOND strategic success

By David P. Mead

Don Awalt
Baking your cake with sardines

The recipe for success

By Don Awalt

Julie Hansen
The final deadly social media sales mistake

Got video -- or just excuses?

By Julie Hansen

Helen Raleigh
My father: A man who always walked tall

Imprisonment and injury couldn't keep him down

By Helen Raleigh

Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench
Summertime, sad sacks and spritzers

How to put some sparkle into a lousy date

By Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench

Todd Ordal
Are you creating chocolate bunnies

Sweet on the outside, hollow on the inside

By Todd Ordal

John Arensmeyer
Commentary: Help for high health care costs

Colorado small businesses now have some peace of mind

By John Arensmeyer

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: Spielberg + Abrams = super “Super 8”

A retro joy to watch

By Dave Taylor

John Heckers
Ten ways to avoid a Weiner roasting

Tread carefully online

By John Heckers

Mike Cote
Richard X. Heyman’s “Tiers” a pop gem

Plus Elvis reissued, and a Dylan recording from the vaults

By Mike Cote

Trung Ngo
Why you need a content strategy

You can't do it alone

By Trung Ngo

Lida Citroën
Don’t forget Cathy, Alan and Curtis

Frontline employees as brand ambassadors

By Lida Citroën

TC North
Stop toxic brain waste

Try following the $2 rule

By TC North

Gino Greco
Military economics

Fort Carson offers a glimpse into how powerful they are

By Gino Greco

Gary Harvey
Stay on the right side of the trouble line

It's a key to success

By Gary Harvey

Brad Feld
How not to start a relationship

They just wanted me for my connections

By Brad Feld

Rob Levine
The invisible industry of tourism

It drives the economy behind the scenes

By Rob Levine

Julie Hansen
The fourth deadly social media sales mistake:

Blowing your vuvuzela

By Julie Hansen

Evan Abbott
Top three tips to get the best from Boomers

Here's how to delay the "brain drain"

By Evan Abbott

Christen Sipsey
Seeing the Springs with new eyes

As a resident, it's easy to overlook its treasures

By Christen Sipsey

Todd Ordal
What to do when honking gets you nowhere

Is your company stuck in traffic?

By Todd Ordal

Robert Polk
Denver loves Mexico

But is it safe to go?

By Robert Polk

David Fine
Visions of Colorado

There's reason to feel optimistic about the future

By David Fine

Liz Wendling
Are your sales taking a siesta?

Five ways to avoid the summer slump

By Liz Wendling

Jerry Wartgow
Higher ed’s high impact

It's vital to fabric and future

By Jerry Wartgow

Bob Hills
How’s the yin and yang of your business?

Improving business performance through strategy-execution alignment

By Bob Hills

John Heckers
Six reasons why your networking isn’t working

...and four things that actually work

By John Heckers

Katie Kramer and Travis Webb
Experiencing Colorado

Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation delegates explore Colorado Springs

By Katie Kramer and Travis Webb

Wayne Farlow
Seven simple steps to prosperity

Celebrate abundance this summer

By Wayne Farlow

Gary Harvey
It’s not about trying—it’s about doing

The thought doesn't count

By Gary Harvey

Ann Spoor
The Leadership Lattice: Rodger Stewart

A conversation about building business strength from the top down

By Ann Spoor

David Tolson
The great stewards of capital

Where are they when we need them most?

By David Tolson

Liz Wendling
Sales process = sales success

It's time to get one or fix yours

By Liz Wendling

Jeff Rundles
Executive wheels: Evolution of a venerable car

Volkswagen and I go wa-a-a-y back

By Jeff Rundles

Triche Guenin
I shoulda/coulda/woulda…

Innovation made easier

By Triche Guenin

Bill Greiner
So—sell in May and go away?

Will it be the same this year?

By Bill Greiner

Julie Hansen
The third deadly social media sales mistake:

Transitioning cyber relationships to the real world

By Julie Hansen

Derek Murphy
Smart leaders sweat the small stuff

Good communication is all in the details

By Derek Murphy

Todd Ordal
Neurosis in the C-Suite

No stomach for ambiguity

By Todd Ordal

Larry Turner
Doing more with less

Move your business forward in today's environment

By Larry Turner

Todd Hauer
How the geopolitical landscape affects your investments

A look at flashpoints, hot spots and other global security challenges

By Todd Hauer

Chandler Shortlidge
State of the state: Energy

ConocoPhillips donates wing to CU Boulder

By Chandler Shortlidge

Eric Peterson
Colorado cool stuff: Everything for outdoor fun

By Eric Peterson

Rob Reuteman
Research rock stars: Storage star

CSU chemistry professor Amy Prieto
aims for all-electric vehicles

By Rob Reuteman

Chasing the best deal for health

Medical tourism has patients leaving the state while local health-care providers aim to attract patients to Colorado

By Debra Melani

Chris Shapard
Research rock stars

By Chris Shapard

David Lewis
Who owns Colorado: After the storm

Homebuilders have had to adapt to survive

By David Lewis

Stewart Schley
Sports biz: Rock-Solid

By Stewart Schley

Jeff Rundles
Rundles wrap-up: TMI

By Jeff Rundles

Chandler Shortlidge
State of the state: Education

‘Dream Higher' career fair could be springboard for new nonprofit

By Chandler Shortlidge

Mike Taylor
Small biz: Representing four-legged trust funders

By Mike Taylor

Research rock stars: Bio-derived star

Al Weimer, University of Colorado

By Kyle Ringo

Eric Peterson
Tech startup: TIGON Enertec Inc.

By Eric Peterson

Pat Wiesner
On management: Starting your own business—step one

Mentally this comes before filing the
papers and looking for space

By Pat Wiesner

Michelle Davenport
State of the state: Executives

Boulder Business Veteran Named
to Run Economic Development Council

By Michelle Davenport

Guest column: Employment is the best medicine

By Susan Kiely

Executive edge: Kent Thiry

DaVita CEO brings Fortune 500 cachet to Denver's Union Station

By Lynn Bronikowski

State of the state: Briefs

Agriculture and sustainability champs

Research rock stars: Clean transportation star

CSU's Bryan Willson helps take cleantech products to market

By Nora Caley

50 Colorado Companies to Watch

Fueling the economic fire

Grass is greener for company with major league clout

By Carol O'Meara

Allen Best
Research rock star: Smart grid star

Robert Erickson, University of Colorado

By Allen Best

Tucker Hart Adams
The Economist: Are Americans getting poorer or wealthier?

By Tucker Hart Adams

Mike Cote
Cote’s Colorado: Sounds of summer

Swallow Hill helps fire up the concert season

By Mike Cote

Research rock stars: Water star

CSU's Chuck Henry using integrated circuits to study drinking
water contaminants

By Kyle Ringo

Colorado’s top 100 public companies

Completed Qwest deal one of many moves involving ranked firms

Research rock star: Solar star

W.S. Sampath founded Abound Solar based on CSU research

By Kyle Ringo

Research rock star: Wind star

Kathryn Johnson of the Colorado School of Mines spends her time testing turbines

By Nora Caley

Allen Best
Research rock star: Efficiency star

CU's Gregor Henze focuses on the electrical demand of commercial buildings

By Allen Best

Rob Reuteman
Planet-Profit Report: Nukes on the defensive

Industry veteran Jim Graham
says Japan's troubles will
prompt improvements
but should not be an excuse
to deter growth

By Rob Reuteman

May 2011

John Heckers
Walking a path with heart

If you dread going to work, you've got the wrong job

By John Heckers

Neil McKenzie
Economic development from the bottom up

Hickenlooper's plan is taking shape

By Neil McKenzie

Thomas Frey
Education as an app: Part 2

I'd like to suggest an unusual twist

By Thomas Frey

Todd Ordal
Churchill’s take on hell

His reasoning applies to business, too

By Todd Ordal

Raymond Gallegos
Financial strategy: fact or fiction?

Those who fail to plan, plan to fail

By Raymond Gallegos

Thomas Frey
Education as an app

Ideas once considered far-fetched are now doable

By Thomas Frey

Jeff Thredgold
U.S. versus Japan

Whose economic woes were worst?

By Jeff Thredgold

Kathleen Quinn Votaw
The integrity test

Use it before you hire

By Kathleen Quinn Votaw

Liz Wendling
Sales pitches vs. sales conversations

Planned -- not canned

By Liz Wendling

Eric Peterson
SharePoint Fest

Gurus and great fajitas -- what more could you want?

By Eric Peterson

John Husband and Bradford Williams
What’s your disability?

New regs greatly expand ADA coverage

By John Husband and Bradford Williams

John Heckers
You gotta have game…

...if you want to get the job

By John Heckers

Lisa Ryckman
Colorado reigns as a clean energy king

Western states hold five of the top seven spots

By Lisa Ryckman

Larry Turner
The halfway point: Break out of your rut

It's all about developing the right business habits

By Larry Turner

Gary Harvey
Top 10 responses to adversity

Some ideas to get you back on track

By Gary Harvey

Robert Polk
The travel wars are on

Winning one bag and one seat at a time

By Robert Polk

Ann Spoor
The Leadership Lattice: Brad Feld

Building business strength from the top down

By Ann Spoor

TC North
Focus on the finger…

...and you'll go far

By TC North

David P. Mead
Failure to launch

Seven reasons business strategies don't succeed

By David P. Mead

Michelle Davenport
And the winner is….

Something Joel Anderson's grandpa used to say

By Michelle Davenport

Liz Wendling
The accidental salesperson

The newest breed of entrepreneurs

By Liz Wendling

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: Capt. Jack’s back—and better than he was

The latest entry's an enjoyable Hollywood reboot

By Dave Taylor

Darren Johnston
Building the principles that sustain us

Colorado leads the way with efficiency initiatives

By Darren Johnston

Todd Ordal
Erratic gizmos in the C-suite

The problem with being unpredictable

By Todd Ordal

Keith DuBay
Forbes: A master of the quip

"If printing money was so good, Zimbabwe and Argentina would rule the world."

By Keith DuBay

Editors of E/The Environmental Magazine
Legal pot: Good for the environment?

Here's why

By Editors of E/The Environmental Magazine

Julie Hansen
The second deadly social media sales mistake:

Duplicating your message

By Julie Hansen

Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench
Why should we give a grape about a label?

The government cracks down on wine words

By Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench

Martha Young
A solar sensation in Fort Collins

Who makes the most efficient inverter of them all?

By Martha Young

John Heckers
Top 10 interview must-dos

It's scary out there, so be prepared

By John Heckers

Derek Murphy
Top 10 reasons to focus on three things

Remember some fundamentals

By Derek Murphy

Joanna Kitto
Three great reasons to estate plan

Don't put it off

By Joanna Kitto

Gary Harvey
Two sales secrets that helped the newbie

Here's how he outdid the office veterans

By Gary Harvey

Ann Spoor
The Leadership Lattice: Bruce Dines

Building business strength from the top down

By Ann Spoor

David P. Mead
Colorado success stories: Page 1 Solutions

Helping doctors, dentists, and lawyers navigate online marketing

By David P. Mead

Brad Feld
Working on—rather than in—your business

It's a way to keep things interesting

By Brad Feld

Jeff Thredgold
As the nation goes, so goes Colorado

Stronger economic numbers are good news for small business

By Jeff Thredgold

Tucker Hart Adams
The Economist: What is adverse selection—and do I really care?

By Tucker Hart Adams

Todd Ordal
Is your lemonade stand on a closed road?

Putting it at the end of the block might be a mistake

By Todd Ordal

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: Horror + humor = “Dylan Dog”

Wit, werewolves and plenty of snark in store

By Dave Taylor

Chris Younger
Lessons from Buffett and Munger

Deal-making wisdom from Omaha

By Chris Younger

Liz Wendling
The dangers of discounting

What's the real cost?

By Liz Wendling

Tuukka Hess
Growing solar “gardens”

New market opportunities have opened up

By Tuukka Hess

Tony Gagliardi
Time for the GOP to vote for what it believes in

The Tea Party's wrong on SB 200

By Tony Gagliardi

Mike Taylor
Small biz: Toy design contest worthy of Play-Doh and Aristotle

By Mike Taylor

Pat Wiesner
On management: I will teach my dog to read

Then I will add something to my own presentation

By Pat Wiesner

Mike Cote
Cote’s Colorado: Selling to the other 90 percent

TEDx speakers call on entrepreneurs and corporations to embrace emerging economies

By Mike Cote

John Heckers
Top 10 tips for effective communication

Try to edit out the emotion

By John Heckers

Ann Spoor
Graduated magna cum latte?

So...was that Starbucks University?

By Ann Spoor

Greg Pfahl
Going public with renewable energy

What to expect after the decision has been made

By Greg Pfahl

Gary Harvey
You earn exactly what you think you’re worth

Especially in sales

By Gary Harvey

David P. Mead
Seven traits of Colorado success stories

Why some companies grow

By David P. Mead

Michelle Davenport
Making beautiful music

Colorado Public Radio program puts instruments in kids' hands

By Michelle Davenport

Theresa M. Szczurek
Harry Potter’s seven secrets to business success

Take a few lessons from the boy wizard

By Theresa M. Szczurek

Susan Kanvik
Six tips for increasing worker wellness

Here's how to get them engaged and participating

By Susan Kanvik

Thomas Frey
Higher ed’s brave new frontier: Part 2

Here's how colleges can survive

By Thomas Frey

Gil Rudawsky
When buzz turns to blech

The dark side of social media

By Gil Rudawsky

Carol Ratcliffe Alm
Leaders: Trust your gut

How well do you use your intuition?

By Carol Ratcliffe Alm

Thomas Frey
Higher ed’s brave new frontier: Part 1

Being "best" means nothing if the world wants "different"

By Thomas Frey

Julie Hansen
Five deadly social media sales mistakes

Mistake #1: Hit and run

By Julie Hansen

Wayne Farlow
Should you DIY?

Are you sure you want to?

By Wayne Farlow

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: An old story with a new twist

An engaging drama about Lincoln's assassination? Who knew?

By Dave Taylor

John Heckers
Top 10 ways social networking can kill your job search

Watch out, or it could bury you

By John Heckers

Traci Brown
Mastering magical persuasion

Three tips to get you started

By Traci Brown

Larry Turner
The secret to great business networking

Make sure you follow up

By Larry Turner

Stewart Schley
Sports biz: Will coach for food

By Stewart Schley

Liz Wendling
Nobody pays good money for bad service

Have you got fans or foes?

By Liz Wendling

David P. Mead
Colorado success stories: Liberty Acquisitions Servicing

Commitment to customer experience -- at a collection agency

By David P. Mead

Michelle Davenport
Boulder’s new biz guy

Boulder Economic Development Council names executive director

By Michelle Davenport

Trendsetters

People making a difference in business and beyond

Allen Best
State of the state: Energy

Xcel case exposes solar problems

By Allen Best

Maria Cote
Athena finalist: Kristin Russell

State's secretary of technology defies stereotypes

By Maria Cote

Eric Peterson
Trends in tech

A status report on Colorado's top six tech sectors

By Eric Peterson

Exceptional citizens

Athena finalists are
beacons of professional achievement, generosity

By Susanna Speier

Mike Cote
ACE for excellence

Alliance for Choice in Education fuels Cranberg's passion for reform

By Mike Cote

Executive edge: Maria Garcia Berry

Cuban immigrant has helped shape Denver as political consultant

By Lynn Bronikowski

Athena finalist: Barbara Brohl

CenturyLink corporate counsel has passion for helping others

Mike Cote
Treasure hunt

For oil and gas entrepreneur Alex Cranberg, the path
to sustainable energy leads to a hole in the ground

By Mike Cote

Eric Peterson
Tech startup: KromaTiD Inc.

By Eric Peterson

Eric Peterson
Colorado cool stuff: My Munch Bug, UrgentRx, undies and shortbread

By Eric Peterson

Athena finalist: Dr. Jandel Allen-Davis

Health-care leader applies patient-doctor lessons

Jeff Rundles
Rundles wrap-up: Exceptional

By Jeff Rundles

Eric Peterson
State of the state: Telecom

Liberty Global's Fries is CTP exec of year

By Eric Peterson

Lisa Ryckman
Athena finalist: Marcia Benshoof

IMA president has her game on for the customer and the greater good

By Lisa Ryckman

April 2011

Gary Harvey
Warming up to the cold call

Here are some tips to make it happen

By Gary Harvey

Thomas Frey
The coming transparency wars: Part 2

Strap yourself in -- it's about to get messy

By Thomas Frey

David Tolson
Selling the business to your favorite employee

Why it might not work out

By David Tolson

Todd Ordal
Ask a good question today

The question can be more important than the answer

By Todd Ordal

Thomas Frey
The coming transparency wars: Part 1

We are already micro-monitoring human actions

By Thomas Frey

Wayne Farlow
Beware of mutual fund hype

Are they all really above average?

By Wayne Farlow

Colorado Center on Law & Policy
True or false: Undocumented workers drain state resources

Answer: They give as much as they get

By Colorado Center on Law & Policy

Ann Spoor
The Leadership Lattice: Jesse Wolff

A conversation about building business strength from the top down

By Ann Spoor

Chandler Shortlidge
Making “Career Day” into a career

Helping schools help kids

By Chandler Shortlidge

John Heckers
Top 10 reasons Boomers aren’t getting hired

The only thing bigger than your ego is your salary demand

By John Heckers

Martha Young
Understanding social responsibility

Three events in Carbondale

By Martha Young

David P. Mead
Colorado success stories: Otterbox

Founder cites innovation, strategic planning and adaptability for success

By David P. Mead

Ron Phillips
Two great ways to pick a stock

First, consider the model

By Ron Phillips

Triche Guenin
Accessing your health with a touch of a button

Two docs have a great app

By Triche Guenin

George Tyler
From entrepreneurial vision to profitable reality

You can do it -- but not alone

By George Tyler

Liz Wendling
How to succeed without being one of the boys

Get out of your own way

By Liz Wendling

Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench
Asleep at the wine-drinking wheel

So many patios, so little time

By Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench

Gene Tang
A surefire recipe for success

Take it from a restauranteur

By Gene Tang

David P. Mead
What do burgers, focus groups and web conferencing have in common?

Colorado companies succeed with innovation, new
business models, and superior execution

By David P. Mead

Passion: the spark that ignites growth

Status “Quo-table”

Buyer Beware

Ignoring IT due diligence could lead to costly problems

David Lewis
CorePower finds the right flow for growth

Emerging Corporate Growth Award winner just opened its 50th yoga studio

By David Lewis

David Lewis
Colorado’s best-kept billion-dollar secret

Corporate Growth Award winner IHS aims for diversification, global leadership

By David Lewis

Execution as a competitive advantage

David Lewis
Getting the Deal Wheel Rolling

Capital markets are still rough, but they're starting to move

By David Lewis

Todd Ordal
Be ready for flat tires

Strategic thinking should be about offense

By Todd Ordal

Steve Baker
Top three tips for finding the best employees

It's about who they are, not just what they can do

By Steve Baker

Thomas Frey
Eight critical skills for the future: Part 2

How can we be smarter about the data we consume?

By Thomas Frey

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: Brilliant but badly bungled

A very limited "Limitless"

By Dave Taylor

Thomas Frey
Eight critical skills for the future: Part 1

These aren't being taught in schools -- but they should be

By Thomas Frey

John Heckers
Top 10 ways to kill your job chances

Toss the cigs, and skip the perfume

By John Heckers

Julie Hansen
What’s my line?

Five great ways to use sales scripts like a pro

By Julie Hansen

Martha Young
The Sustainability Summit grows up

The path is becoming more sophisticated

By Martha Young

Mad skills and updated resumes

Schools ramp up
to serve
improvement-minded professionals

By Nora Caley

Gary Harvey
How to know if a prospect is worth your time

They must meet three conditions

By Gary Harvey

David P. Mead
Colorado success stories: 3t Systems

Down-to-earth customer focus helps company thrive in the cloud

By David P. Mead

Derek Murphy
The super-elusive leadership quality

Jump off the hamster wheel and find it

By Derek Murphy

Kathleen Quinn Votaw
What do you honor?

The softer side of business is a key to success

By Kathleen Quinn Votaw

Joanna Kitto
Top 10 tips to avoid legal nightmares

No. 1: Never do business on a handshake!

By Joanna Kitto

Marty Koenig and Susan Commins
The high price of a cheap bookkeeper: Part 4

It costs less to take care of things

By Marty Koenig and Susan Commins

Todd Ordal
Temper tantrums as a management technique

Hey boss -- it's not all about you

By Todd Ordal

Liz Wendling
Learn to take “Yes” for an answer

Use silence to avoid sabotaging your sale

By Liz Wendling

Todd Ordal
Temper tantrums as a management technique

Hey, boss -- it's not all about you

By Todd Ordal

Robert Polk
Is there an app for that?

The next "big thing" in corporate travel management

By Robert Polk

John Heckers
Top 10 online networking tips for job hunters

Facebook? Fuggedaboutit

By John Heckers

Sherry Law
You did a great job!

A little praise goes a long way

By Sherry Law

Kimberly Lothringer
Seven last-minute tax-filing how-tos

There's still time to make the most of your return

By Kimberly Lothringer

Patrick Quinlan
Transparency, the easy way

Obama has a shot at giving taxpayers the info they need

By Patrick Quinlan

Ann Spoor
The Leadership Lattice: Joe Assell

A conversation about building business strength from the top down

By Ann Spoor

Lida Citroën
Ego surfing is good exercise!

So go Google yourself today

By Lida Citroën

Chris Younger
What does a good investor look like?

Hint: it's ultimately about your customer

By Chris Younger

Martha Young
Understanding social responsibility

Three events in Carbondale

By Martha Young

David P. Mead
Colorado success stories: ReadyTalk

CEO attributes growth to innovation, service and culture

By David P. Mead

Marty Koenig and Susan Commins
The high price of a cheap bookkeeper: Part 3

Here's what you need to know about hiring somebody good

By Marty Koenig and Susan Commins

Wayne Farlow
When can I retire? Part 2

Here are four simple steps to make it work

By Wayne Farlow

Carolyn Duffy
When it comes to cloud computing…

...buyer beware

By Carolyn Duffy

Julie Hansen
The world’s most powerful sales tool

It's not what you say -- it's how you say it

By Julie Hansen

Todd Ordal
Is your business chess or checkers?

Simplify if you can

By Todd Ordal

Mike Cote
Marcia Ball’s “Roadside Attractions” is a wild ride

Plus Billy Joel closes Shea Stadium; Ray Charles' live disc rescued from the vaults

By Mike Cote

Gary Harvey
Why train salespeople?

Here are 17 good reasons

By Gary Harvey

Jay Dirkmaat
Four steps to earning more customer loyalty

Focus on the 20 percent who really matter

By Jay Dirkmaat

Todd Hauer
The 101 on the 401(k)

Save now, benefit later

By Todd Hauer

John Heckers
Top 10 tips for the bosses of a new generation

No 1: Put aside your prejudices

By John Heckers

Jeff Rundles
Executive wheels: Not such strange bedfellows—BMW and Subaru

BMW is great, but the new Subaru is all that plus value

By Jeff Rundles

Carol Ratcliffe Alm
The ego of leadership

The good, the bad or the ugly: what's your choice?

By Carol Ratcliffe Alm

Liz Wendling
Tough love: if you can’t sell, you can’t succeed

Without sales, marketing and ads don't do diddly

By Liz Wendling

David P. Mead
Colorado success stories: Ayuda Management Corp.

Under-promising and over-delivering are keys to government contractor's success

By David P. Mead

Larry Turner
Admit it: You need help

Here are some ways to get it without breaking the bank

By Larry Turner

Marty Koenig and Susan Commins
The high price of a cheap bookkeeper: Part 2

When your books are a mess, your business looks like a hobby

By Marty Koenig and Susan Commins

Charles Farrell
Your capital to income ratio

How to move from laborer to capitalist

By Charles Farrell

the Leeds School of Business
Colorado biz leaders confidence soars

It's at its highest level in five years

By the Leeds School of Business

Lisa Ryckman
Branding Colorado

The tourism comes out of the recession on a bit of a roll

By Lisa Ryckman

David Lewis and Eric Peterson
Rough diamonds

A look back at the Monfort brothers on the eve of Rocktober

By David Lewis and Eric Peterson

Wayne Farlow
When can I retire? Part 1

Follow these steps

By Wayne Farlow

Gary Harvey
I think I can, I think I can, I think I can…

...get those referrals

By Gary Harvey

Mike Taylor
Small biz: Cashing in on the crash

Author sees rare opportunity in real estate downturn

By Mike Taylor

David Lewis
Who owns Colorado: Welcome to Glendale

Colorado's most densely populated city makes name in politics, business

By David Lewis

Eric Peterson
Attitude at altitude

Prediculous taps crowd to create social media game

By Eric Peterson

Mike Cote
Cote’s Colorado: Tools to a shared end

Steve Forbes on delivering content in the new media age

By Mike Cote

Mike Taylor
Small biz: Watching in 3D

By Mike Taylor

Eric Peterson
Tech startup: Standing Cloud Inc.

By Eric Peterson

Bart Taylor
From the Publisher

Castle Rock glimpses a water future

By Bart Taylor

Pat Wiesner
On management: Googling ‘better management’

Info to put into your management notebook

By Pat Wiesner

Jeff Rundles
Rundles wrap-up: Creepy

By Jeff Rundles

Executive Edge: Eric Ridenour

Former Chrysler COO sees electric future for UQM Technologies

By Lynn Bronikowski

Eric Peterson
Colorado cool stuff: Arcticreel, Zaca patch, Aclim-mate & New Normal

By Eric Peterson

Stewart Schley
Sports biz: Statistically speaking

By Stewart Schley

March 2011

Mike Cote
Rocky Mountain Way

Nederland studio became an ‘accidental hotspot' of '70s music that reverberates today

By Mike Cote

Todd Ordal
Exposed and fearless

It's tough -- but better than being a pretender

By Todd Ordal

Ruth Garcia
The franchise decision: home-based or brick & mortar?

Here are some pros and cons

By Ruth Garcia

Steven Collis
How to avoid hiring a legal nightmare

Proceed with caution

By Steven Collis

Mike Taylor
CEBA winner: Kazoo & Co.

Diana Nelson's having fun

By Mike Taylor

Liz Wendling
The power of a killer 30-second commercial

Keep it simple, and make it memorable

By Liz Wendling

David P. Mead
Colorado success stories: Newsgator

Enterprise social computing - making Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn work

By David P. Mead

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: Sadistic video-game drivel

Unless you're a teen-age boy, skip "Sucker Punch"

By Dave Taylor

John Heckers
Entitled kid + doting parents = no job

Seven reasons for youth unemployment

By John Heckers

Ann Spoor
The Leadership Lattice: Tom Frey

A conversation about building business strength from the top down

By Ann Spoor

Donna Evans
Donna’s excellent adventure in China: The final day

It's a land of surprises

By Donna Evans

Kathleen Quinn Votaw
Mortal blow #5: Losing sight of what made you great

Culture gives you aim and focus

By Kathleen Quinn Votaw

Derek Murphy
So, are you really a great leader…

...or just deluded?

By Derek Murphy

Marty Koenig and Susan Commins
The high price of a cheap bookkeeper

What they don't know is going to cost you

By Marty Koenig and Susan Commins

Neil McKenzie
The creative class

The lessons of Richard Florida

By Neil McKenzie

Todd Ordal
Between a rock and a hard place

Decision-marking under duress

By Todd Ordal

Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench
Confessions of a former wine virgin

I wondered where it had been my whole life

By Cathie Beck—The Wine Wench

Larry Turner
The flip side: When delegation backfires

Communicate expectations and expect accountability

By Larry Turner

Donna Evans
Donna’s excellent adventure in China: Day 6

There are Starbucks everywhere

By Donna Evans

Liz Wendling
Five ways to slay the burnout beast

It can be beaten!

By Liz Wendling

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: A delightful UFO road trip

Here's an alien you'd love to hang with

By Dave Taylor

John Heckers
The job search to nowhere

Questions to get yourself unstuck

By John Heckers

Carol Ratcliffe Alm
To thine own self be true

First, know yourself -- then decide where you're going

By Carol Ratcliffe Alm

Julie Hansen
So you want to be a YouTube star?

Four reasons business videos fail -- and how to make yours work

By Julie Hansen

David P. Mead
Colorado success stories: Smashburger

They had a better idea

By David P. Mead

Donna Evans
Donna’s excellent adventure in China: Day 5

The Lingering Garden is aptly named

By Donna Evans

Todd Fredrickson
Beware March Madness

It can be problematic for employers

By Todd Fredrickson

Kathleen Quinn Votaw
Mortal blow # 4: Tolerating an elitist senior team

Who do you want on your senior team: Caesar or Socrates? Patton or Lincoln?

By Kathleen Quinn Votaw

Donna Evans
Donna’s excellent adventure in China: Day 4

From Beijing to Shanghai to Suzhou

By Donna Evans

Julie Stone
How to live your lifestyle for a lifetime: Part 2

Choose your adviser carefully

By Julie Stone

Gary Harvey
A dangerous sales myth: It’s all about price

That's just an excuse for losing a sale

By Gary Harvey

Mike Miller
Reality check for Colorado’s solar industry

Incentives and subsidies can't last forever

By Mike Miller

Donna Evans
Donna’s excellent adventure in China: Day 3

Climbing the Great Wall

By Donna Evans

Thomas Frey
The laws of transparency

We're seeing with greater clarity all the time

By Thomas Frey

Joanna Kitto
Six tips for collections in a down economy

Your business relationships and good name may be more important than that receivable

By Joanna Kitto

Jeff Thredgold
State’s small business benefits from U.S. job gains

Vectra Bank Colorado Small Business Index rises slightly in February

By Jeff Thredgold

John Heckers
Eight slimy job scams

Smart people get taken in all the time

By John Heckers

Donna Evans
Donna’s excellent China adventure: Day 2

Food, food and more food

By Donna Evans

Dave Taylor
Dave on film: Paranoid love with a retro sci-fi feel

"The Adjustment Bureau" is a terrific debut for its director

By Dave Taylor

Liz Wendling
It’s not what you sell—it’s how you sell

Nobody's paying good money for bad service

By Liz Wendling

Donna Evans
Donna’s excellent adventure in China

I'm on my way!

By Donna Evans

Julie Stone
How to live your lifestyle for a lifetime: Part 1

Tips for investing wisely

By Julie Stone

David P. Mead
Colorado success stories: Houg Special Services

Entrepreneurial solutions and flexibility enable growth during the downturn

By David P. Mead

Kathleen Quinn Votaw
Mortal blow #3: Mistaking activity for results

Focus on business, not busy-ness

By Kathleen Quinn Votaw

Sherry Law
“I struggle to find any truth in your lies”

That lyric makes me think of CEOs who can't communicate

By Sherry Law

Lida Citroën
Your logo is not your brand…

...unless you're a cattle rancher

By Lida Citroën

Laurence B. Valant
Effective leaders make plan

More on a top-notch leadership model

By Laurence B. Valant

Nick May
Say, do you know the Cupcake Truck?

How innovation can help your small business thrive

By Nick May

Derek Murphy
Four great tips to handle difficult employees

If it's worth the effort, try these

By Derek Murphy

Chris Younger
Don’t try this on your own

Trust me -- you need an advisor to do it right

By Chris Younger

Jeff Thredgold
The final piece of the economic puzzle

...falls into place

By Jeff Thredgold

the Colorado Association of Commerce & Industry
No to a Colorado Heath Care Authority

It would mean jobs lost

By the Colorado Association of Commerce & Industry

Anne Buehner
Five great ways to take social media offline

In the age of Twitter, have we forgotten the power of touch?

By Anne Buehner

Patrick Quinlan
Transforming data into decisions

Here's what you need to know

By Patrick Quinlan

John Heckers
Ten hardcore realities for employers

You want to keep the best people? Then listen up

By John Heckers

Michelle Davenport
An IKEA goes ultra-sustainable

Colorado's store will be unique

By Michelle Davenport

Suzanne Griffiths
The marital stock exchange

Who gets the restricted stock in the divorce?

By Suzanne Griffiths

Todd Ordal
A tale of two Italian restaurants

If you create high expectations, you'd better follow through

By Todd Ordal

Thomas Frey
Embracing our inner cyborg: Part 2

Ingenious motion sensor tech uses

By Thomas Frey

Laurence B. Valant
A top-notch leadership model

On the road to a vision statement

By Laurence B. Valant

David P. Mead
Colorado success stories: Broadnet Teleservices

Customer relationships propel its growth

By David P. Mead

Brad Feld
Three priorities a week, max

It's a rhythm that keeps me grounded

By Brad Feld

Larry Turner
Get out of your way!

I have one word for you: Delegate

By Larry Turner

Theresa M. Szczurek
Five marketing essentials companies need to know

Radish, diary of a tech startup

By Theresa M. Szczurek

2011 Sustainability Champion Awards

Sustainable Opportunities Summit Special Section

Eric Peterson
Beyond the Bottom Line

Sustainable Opportunities Summit Special Section

By Eric Peterson

Choosing to Go Green

Sustainable Opportunities Summit Special Section

By Kyle Ringo

David Lewis
Sustainable Meaning

Sustainable Opportunities Summit Special Section

By David Lewis

Jeff Thredgold
A political wish list

Here's mine -- what's on yours?

By Jeff Thredgold

Chase Squires
Curing Colorado’s budget woes

Economic recovery isn't going to be enough

By Chase Squires

Kathleen Quinn Votaw
Mortal blow #2: Managers who can’t lead

They need to understand the people-side

By Kathleen Quinn Votaw

John Heckers
Top 10 tips for effective communication

No. 1: Listen!

By John Heckers

Liz Wendling
A raging case of sales-phobia

Face it: If you're a business owner, you've got something to sell

By Liz Wendling

Julie Hansen
Shotgun or rifle approach to sales?

Choose your weapon carefully

By Julie Hansen

Tracy E. Houston
The board’s role in IT oversight

Attacks can come from inside and outside

By Tracy E. Houston

Tucker Hart Adams
The Economist: How far have we come?

By Tucker Hart Adams

Lisa Ryckman
CEBA winner: Dairy Specialists LLC

Evans company does the right thing by cows and people

By Lisa Ryckman

Greening the supply chain

From breweries and resorts to hospitals and
manufacturers, businesses are paying attention to where their supplies come from and the life cycles of their products

By Lisa Marshall

Maria Cote
CEBA winner: OtterBox

The Fort Collins maker of cases for smart phones and other devices lives by the golden rule

By Maria Cote

Gary Harvey
Following conventional wisdom isn’t always smart

It can actually work against you

By Gary Harvey

Mike Taylor
19th Annual Colorado Ethics in Business Awards

The awards have been renamed to honor the late cable
TV pioneer Bill Daniels

By Mike Taylor

Eric Peterson
Tech startup: Bio-intervention Specialists

By Eric Peterson

Obama-Care’s here, for better or worse

Businesses seek clarity
on landmark legislation

By Debra Melani

Lisa Ryckman
CEBA Daniel L. Ritchie Award: John Hopkins

As head of Rocky Mountain Health Plans, he got it right

By Lisa Ryckman

Pat Wiesner
On management: Simplify?

Few words -- hard work

By Pat Wiesner

Tucker Hart Adams and Tom Binnings
The Economist: Can we borrow our way out of debt?

By Tucker Hart Adams and Tom Binnings

Jeff Rundles
Rundles wrap-up: Foreign economics

By Jeff Rundles

Maria Cote
CEBA Samaritan Institute Award: Family Tree

Nonprofit offers help to victims of child abuse, domestic violence and homelessness

By Maria Cote

Executive Edge: Udi Baron

Food entrepreneur strives for tastes that evoke old memories

By Lynn Bronikowski

Building a workforce for the new-energy economy

Public and private schools are
preparing workers for green jobs in
the trades and management

By Nora Caley

Mike Taylor
Small Biz: Nearing 80, Joe Sabah still motivates

By Mike Taylor

Mike Cote
The world should be flat

Steve Forbes on a single-rate tax system, the climate for business and working with Bono

By Mike Cote

Mike Cote
State of the state: Energy

Electric vehicles pose challenges for the grid and battery life

By Mike Cote

Allen Best
Lake Mead’s decline: Not just a Vegas problem

By Allen Best

Eric Peterson
State of the state: Tourism

Snow show does Denver

By Eric Peterson

Colorado cool stuff: toothpaste tablets, agloves, lost resorts and snappy salsa

David Lewis
Builders in survival mode

Frugality may be rewarded as signs suggest Front Range real estate recovery

By David Lewis

Stewart Schley
Sports biz: Playing with heart

By Stewart Schley

Michelle Davenport
State of the state: Economy

Storm's over, but it's still cloudy

By Michelle Davenport

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