Monthly Archives: March 2012

New Hobby – Repurposing materials…home accent pieces / industrial tables / art

Posted on March 28, 2012 by admin

About a year ago I wandered into a situation helping someone clear out a warehouse that had a kid’s play zone.   The business had failed and the bank was foreclosing on the assets, but needed them removed from the building.   … Continue reading →

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Review Your Current Business Model

Posted on March 5, 2012 by admin

Most businesses today are facing external pressures like never before. The slow economy, rising fuel prices, competitive forces in the local market, global forces through the internet, it all is leading to one thing…lower gross margins on whatever it is … Continue reading →

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Be a Better Investor in Your Business! Part 1 of 3

Posted on March 4, 2012 by admin

Have you ever thought about the idea of an investor in your business?  What images come to mind when you think about a financial investor?  Does this person just lend money or do they work in the business?  Does an investor expect their … Continue reading →

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Don’t avoid conflict – its for our good.

Posted on March 2, 2012 by admin

I recently read a book by Ken Sande, The Peace Maker – A Biblical Guide to Resolving Conflict.  This is a must read for all Christians as it helps us get the right perspective on conflict in our life and … Continue reading →

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Recent Men’s Retreat

Posted on March 1, 2012 by admin

I have attended a dozen or so men’s retreats over the last 20 years, but none so powerful as this past month. We had about 60-70 men from our two congregations come together for 2 full days and really connect … Continue reading →

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