We can learn from IBM as the company celebrates 100 years in business

IBM has come to be synonymous with America businesses acumen for building, refining and expanding at home and globally.  The firm has thrived over a span of time that included two world wars and many lesser ones, the great depression and a number of financial bumps in the road, periods of fantastic growth as well [...]

Have Wisconsin voters shot themselves in the foot?

The trials and tribulations of the Badger State continue to grow as its chances for an economic recovery become less likely.  A shift in politic power resulted from the November elections.  The promise was to lift Wisconsin out of debt, not raise personal taxes and make it an attractive place for business; but this has [...]

Life is truly a work in progress

Dreams, seeded with a dose of reality begrudgingly gained through life’s experiences, eventually lead to the establishment of goals that drove this man’s life throughout the years.  Now, a few months away from my 75th birthday, I can step back and evaluate what I’ve accomplished and what is yet to be achieved.

 
In childhood the focus [...]

What’s your home worth?

A recent survey indicates 35% of homeowners owe more than what the house is worth.  The last two-and-a-half years has seen home values drop precipitously.  And, those wishing to sell must drop the price or wait in this buyers market.  The reality of the marketplace and the attitudes of homeowners vary along many demographic lines.

 
According [...]

Is it buy American or made by Americans?

 

 “Look for the union label,” was a familiar jingle following WWII.  This ad campaign, paid for with funds from union dues, was heard over the airways for many years after the war was over.  
This public awareness effort was designed to convenience consumers that better quality products, made by Americans, always carried a union logo.  [...]

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