Employee performance ebbs and flows. While underperformance is a character trait that can affect people of all ages and in myriad settings, one of the most frustrating places might be in the workplace. Underperforming employees can create extra work for…
I was talking to a dear friend this week about the early days of my career, and it caused my mind to turn to the topic of working from home. In my career in the real estate lending sector, my…
Ron Sally’s high school experiences were pivotal to his future success, and he wants today’s African American male students to have a similar opportunity. The longtime Denver business executive is the founder of Project Greer Street, a nonprofit aimed at…
If you are a woman on an executive team in the cannabis industry, you’ve probably noticed a decrease in fellow female co-workers since the start of 2020. According to a Special Report from MJBizDaily, the percentage of female executives in…
Mike Shand joined Bron Tapes as a sales representative in San Diego in 2003. The company manufactures, customizes and distributes adhesive tape of all kinds to industries ranging from aerospace to construction to film. Its Killer Red Tape is trademarked…
It’s rare for a child to aspire to be a plumber when they grow up. As a famous NFL player once told us, “Plumbing isn’t sexy.” There are many stereotypes that attribute to that train of thought. Whether it’s the…
This year’s Top 25 Young Professionals vary in their backgrounds and their professional pursuits – they’re leaders in banking, real estate, nonprofits, law, entrepreneurship and architecture, to name just a few. Some are lifelong Coloradans who couldn’t conceive of living…
1.3 million business trips are taken in the U.S. every single day. With all of these company trips, there are a wide variety of people that are traveling for work. Unfortunately, not every employee gets the business-travel experience they deserve,…
In a time where the workforce includes the four largest generations, business leaders are faced with an opportunity like none other. Even though a multigenerational workforce presents its own unique challenges, it allows employers to leverage the experiences of people…
Consumers expect more from brands today than ever before. Not only does your company have to be accessible and inclusive, but it also has to be sustainable, support good causes, and help folks from all walks of life lead better,…
With so many companies now hiring, it can be a race to get a competitive, first offer out to candidates. These days, if companies don’t make an offer within two weeks of the first interview, the prospective employee is very…
It’s no secret that hiring is currently one of the biggest challenges facing businesses currently. More than four million people in our industry of hospitality lost their jobs through the pandemic and the estimates show that a quarter of those…
Starting an independent business can be a difficult venture. Along with having the money to fund the project, one must develop a business plan, create working systems, hire employees, convince customers to purchase the product or service, and a multitude…
Having a solid social media strategy is an integral part of any successful marketing plan. Nearly five billion people worldwide use social media. Further, an estimated 37% of social media users engage with brands and businesses on different platforms at…
Warehouses are an essential component of the modern supply chain, and plenty are found in Colorado. Despite their societal importance, however, many modern warehouse facilities and distribution centers are underperforming, largely because of improper safety practices. Without proper safety standards…
Steve Jobs. Elon Musk. Bill Gates. Mark Zuckerberg. Jeff Bezos. These current and historic CEOs are highly recognized for being the figureheads of the powerful organizations they founded (i.e., Apple, Tesla, Microsoft, Facebook, Amazon). Many believe the success of these…
Have you ever been in a meeting where someone is misgendered? Were you uncomfortable? Did you say something? What do you think it was like for the person who was she, he, sir'ed, or maam'ed? Let me tell you what…
Denver is home to many college students who a decade ago would have been considered “nontraditional.” Students like Ronie, a recent high school grad who didn’t believe college was a realistic option, but is now pursuing a healthcare management degree…
Top Talent never has to worry about finding a job. Every employer wants the best. And today, even the majority of employed people are looking or are at least open to new opportunities for higher pay or better working conditions.…
If you want to conduct an executive leadership training initiative, you will have to have a good understanding of what the needs of the organization are and how the organization is structured. Then, you can train everyone — from top-management…
The Level UP Leadership model is a theory based on specifying a leader’s style or trait that best fits the relationship between the follower and the organizational-work environment in order to meet and exceed the strategic goals of both the…
Running a successful family business is rarely simple. Problems can arise that hamper business success and disrupt family relationships. Don't wait for problems to destroy your family business. Instead, be proactive and plan ahead, positioning your family business for long-lasting…
Management consultant, Marilyn Loden coined the phrase "glass ceiling" over 40 years ago as she detailed the many invisible walls keeping females from career advancement. "I am referring to the biases that assume men are 'born leaders,' that working mothers…
If your response to a working mom’s request for time off isn’t — “Please take all the time you need to care for your family” — it’s time to add large doses of love and empathy to your workplace culture.…
