Entrepreneurship
Business Performance- 99 Percent Vs. 99 Percent Plus
Early in my career, I was assigned to work with an outside business consultant hired by my employer to reduce the work force and labor costs. After about one year, the consultant evaluated my performance and told me if I wanted to reach my goal to be a refinery plant manager, I Had to raise…
Read MoreI Wish You Bad Luck
When John Roberts, Chief Justice of the US Supreme Court, was asked to speak at his son’s ninth grade commencement, his theme was “I wish you bad luck.” During his talk, he explained how, if we use bad luck as a learning experience, it can make us stronger and better people. When I was a…
Read More2019 HOME DÉCOR TRENDS
Resolutions – they put a pep in our step, they make us excited for the year, they give us something to jump out of bed for. Then mid-February hits. Suddenly you’re a bit worn out. Let’s transform that once “pep” to “prep” and give your home a bit of a facelift! Whether you’re looking to…
Read MoreREALTOR® Code of Ethics
“Ethics is knowing the difference between what you have a right to do, and what is right to do.” – Potter Stewart Stewart, who served as an Associate Justice of the US Supreme Court from 1958 to 1981, spent many years understanding the meaning of ethics. Although we’re not all members of the Supreme Court,…
Read MoreLa Posada Foundation Events for 2018
Saturday November 10 – Indian Thunder Motorcycle Ride/Pelican Lounge Band Party for the benefit of the La Posada Foundation which supports the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program. Cycles will leave the Corpus Christi Cycle Plaza (2937 S.P.I.D.) at 12:30 and travel to Padre Island, going to the turn around on Park Road 22…
Read MoreTear Down The Old Nueces County Courthouse
The August 26 edition of the Caller-Times opinion page had opposing articles for tearing down the old county courthouse and for keeping it. The “tear it down” article had a chronological record of its shameful history. The most damning decision was in 2002 when Nueces County Commissioners accepted a $1.9 million emergency courthouse restoration grant…
Read MoreSANDCASTLE RUN GETTING CLOSER-PROCEEDS TO HELP CHILDREN WITH DIABETES GO TO SUMMER CAMP
The 3rd annual Sandcastle Run and Walk is set for Saturday July 14, 2018 and I need your help. I know everyone is tight because of Harvey, my company included. However it is important that we keep the Run going to show that the Coastal Bend is open for business. This event raises money to…
Read MoreHuman Progress over 200 Years
A recent Wall Street Journal essay by Professor of Psychology, Steven Pinker, describes the dramatic progress in human prosperity, wealth and wellbeing over the last 200 years. He ascribed the progress to the Enlightenment ideal that human ingenuity and benevolence could be channeled by human institutions and result in progress. Professor Pinker is right about…
Read MoreChange Is Hard!
Since arriving in December 2013, I have seen so many changes with Padre Island businesses. There have been businesses that have opened and closed. There have been businesses that have gone through fires, floods and other destruction including Hurricane Harvey. There have been businesses that have changed their plans or operations to match the changes…
Read MoreBusiness Marketing Tips
Why do you read this fine monthly publication? You live on the Island and care about what is going on. But I imagine the majority of you have businesses here that the articles published each month help keep you in “the know” about what is going on in your own community. But what’s the most…
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