Last year was rough for business owners. No matter whom you ask, regardless of the size of the business, you’ll get the same answer: “We didn’t see that coming.” Similar to what Dave Ramsey teaches individuals about having an emergency fund in place, business owners should also run their businesses in a way that allows them to weather unexpected storms. Many companies are subject to…
One of the best ways to build contacts and credibility in your community is to offer your services or ideas for free or at a bargain. The concept of community members working together is still one of the strongest ways to improve quality of life for society. Here’s a look at some of the ways you can participate and make a difference in your community….
There is no way to measure how the veterans feel about how well they’re taken care of. Currently, there is improved access to healthcare for the veteran’s courtesy of veteran affairs (VA). The MISSION Act was implemented by Veteran Affairs in June 2019. The number of visits has risen over the years. Also, veteran satisfaction has improved. The front-line staff at the Veteran Affairs comprises…
I’ve been talking a lot here recently about the benefits of giving back to your community. That’s because this is something I believe in strongly. I participate in community service both individually and with my roofing company, Shamrock Roofing and Construction. I do it because I feel it’s the right thing to do. I love the internal gratification I get from being able to help…
Some companies have one location in a small town, and others have many branches spread out across many states or even multiple countries. In any case, owners are often looking for ways to give back to their communities. Engaging in such practices can establish rapport between the community and business. This involvement with the community positively affects both parties. Offer Discounts to Locals One way…
In many ways, strong communities have long stood as the foundation for happy, high-quality lives. When you live in a good community, you can rely on the support and camaraderie of your neighbors, and of all neighboring businesses. In these environments, residents can work together to fight and prevent crime, petition for the political changes they want to see, and create living and work spaces…
Spring is finally here. With flowers and trees budding all around us, I thought maybe it was time to talk a little bit about growing things, specifically, how to grow a business. During my journey over the past five years, I’ve been able to grow my roofing business significantly in spite of what some might think of as major setbacks. Any of you can do…
Having good leaders at the helm of a team is always essential for success. Without strong leaders, businesses, ideas, organizations, and efforts lack direction. More often than not, the worthiness of leaders is assessed according to their skills, training, education, and experience. In reality, however, the attributes and characteristics that lend the most towards effectiveness aren’t always determined by these factors alone. Being highly educated…
Becoming a committed, contributing member of your community is one of the best ways to enhance your overall life quality. Not only is community work personally fulfilling, but it’s also capable of improving nearly all aspects of your living environment. Whether you live or work in a wealthy and highly privileged area, or one that’s filled with vulnerable, high-risk individuals who struggle with basic living…
There are several lessons to be learned from the coronavirus pandemic. One of the most impactful, in my opinion, is that it’s never good to take things for granted. When you take things, people, or situations for granted — assuming they’ll always be there, no matter what — you devalue them. Then when they’re gone, it’s a blow that’s hard to recover from. Time to…
When it comes to being successful in business, you may find there’s a lot of competing advice to sift through. It seems that someone, somewhere always has a better way of doing things than someone else. However, understanding what you should do to make your own profitable company may take time and practice. Thankfully, there are some guidelines that many business leaders swear by when…
LENEXA, KAN. (PRWEB) APRIL 06, 2021 Garen Armstrong, Executive Director of Shamrock Roofing and Construction sponsored the scholarship program called Put Unity in Community Scholarship 2021 where anyone who is seeking a college education can enter for a chance to win a $1,000 scholarship. Applications start being accepted on April 6th, 2021 through May 7th, 2021. The winner is announced on May 14th, 2021. Each entrant…
If you want to show your appreciation for veterans, you’re guaranteed to find plenty of opportunities to do so. Countless people recognize the sacrifices that these Americans have made to protect their country, uphold the Constitution, and share the values of democracy throughout the world. Sadly, not everyone is proactive in searching for ways to serve this undeniably vulnerable community. Many veterans return home with…
Living through a pandemic is something none of us anticipated we’d do in our lifetime. But here we are. Many employees have had to change their habits and start doing things differently. Many work from home now, and some may never go back to an office environment. Salespeople have had to adapt, as well. Although it’s common for field salespeople to work from home, the…
A business that focuses on its role in the local community promotes social good, which in turn enhances the community it is involved in. It will also experience an increase in its visibility among potential customers. Investing your resources and time into improving the quality of life of the local community can be an invaluable section of your business objective as your business evolves. There…
Small businesses are very important to the local economy. Small businesses are emotionally rooted in the local community because of selling and buying with neighbors and friends. The importance of small and local businesses in the big cities and in the rural areas can be seen and felt in the economic benefits of buying and selling locally. In some villages and towns small firms a…
Engaging in community service provides you with the opportunity to become an active member of the community, which has long-lasting positive outcomes for society at large. Moreover, it benefits your personal development and broadens your perception of the world. Engaging in community development enables you to meet people who are dedicated to better the world, which can manifest in your personal life. The following are…
I’ve been in sales for a long time. I’ve seen trends come and go and come back again. It’s always interesting to watch old ideas become new again. Since we’re still close to the beginning of this year, I thought I’d recap a few of the top sales trends for 2021. Perhaps you have a special method of getting past gatekeepers to reach the decision…