There's no doubt about it, the COVID-19 pandemic has sped up the natural progression of work process and communication methods moving further in the digital direction. The hiring process is definitely an important example, which is being shaped into a leaner, faster, more efficient model.

Architects and designers are being called upon to help resolve the inherent conflicts in workplace design beyond this pandemic. The AEC industry is realizing that the community health enigma may be one of the greatest challenges in the commercial sector of their practice. 

Baling hay. It’s important & urgent work on a farm. It’s also a great business metaphor related to the number one barrier to growth in every business. 

There are many reasons to file a homeowner insurance claim, including burglary, an injury to someone on your property, damage from a fire or storm, damage to your property from a motor vehicle and water damage considered “sudden and accidental.”

The COVID-19 pandemic has put the world into a state of uncertainty. The legal world has been no different. What happens if an employee falls ill with COVID-19 and can trace the exposure to the workplace?

Feedback between leaders and employees is essential in understanding the effectiveness of their interactions and their impact on others. Furthermore, feedback helps leaders to clarify objectives and reiterate the overall direction of the team.  

As a professional business communicator, I’ve worked for President Donald J. Trump.

Many investors are scratching their heads wondering why certain asset types have been largely unaffected and, in some cases, even performing better and trading at higher prices than before the pandemic

When I started Compass Point nearly 20 years ago, I heard a quote from business owner, who is now one of my mentors, Tom Stine: “The only reason to get into business is to get out.”  

Pennsylvania’s legislators have been hard at work in recent weeks as they grapple with challenges facing the commonwealth as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Can trusts play a role in a business owner’s planning? In many cases the answer to this question is a resounding YES!

We are roughly six months into this wild ride - emotionally drained, frazzled, shorter tempered, and less patient. We’re all in the same storm but not necessarily on the same boat. 

When your business depends on inventory, any mishap can lead to trouble. From dissatisfied customers to wasted funds, problems can compound quickly as seemingly small errors turn into profit-eating catastrophes. Here’s how to stay ahead of issues so you can avoid an ugly snowball effect.

We are hearing the term “sustainability” more often during the pandemic. Sustainability is a misunderstood term because of many different interpretations and a tendency for people to only casually address and refer to it using words like “eco,” “green,” or “smart.” 

For many owners, their business models, operations and revenue streams may be irreversibly altered. While some businesses have remained operational through the pandemic, it is hard to predict when there will be a return to “business as usual.”