Chronic stress, whether due to financial worries or work pressure, can lead to health issues like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes. It’s no surprise that eating right and getting physical exercise helps you live a longer, healthier life. Often, success requires getting in the right frame of mind. Summer is the perfect time […]
Family Friendly Workplaces – Intersecting Economic Development, Families, and Community Vitality
Tough labor markets. Projected to get more challenging in the years ahead. Net new employment statewide in Wisconsin predicts a mere 129 workers will be added in 2030. Coupled with shortages in housing and childcare, it’s challenging for employers to attract people. That’s where Family Friendly Workplace (FFW) plays a role both helping employers recruit […]
Exploring the concept of strong business relationships in banking inspired us to develop a sales and service playbook. Picture it as a sports team working together, reflecting on the teams Mission, Vision, and Values through our strategic plays. By building and growing our customer base through asking the right questions and understanding the customers perspective. […]
Unlocking Success: Why Small Businesses Need a Sales Playbook
A sales playbook is a comprehensive document that outlines the strategies, processes, and best practices for sales teams. It serves as a roadmap, providing guidance on prospecting, lead generation, sales pitches, objection handling, and closing techniques. Essentially, it equips sales and customer facing professionals with the tools and knowledge they need to navigate the sales […]
Agriculture Growth: Managing the Ups and Downs with Expert Mike DeLong
Having grown up on a Wisconsin form and spent his career in Agriculture finance, Mike DeLong offers sage advice for farmers managing through economic cycles including today’s price down tick. Prices go up and prices go down – cycles typically last 18-32 months. Mike shares how farmers can manage risk, reduce expenses, and protect income. […]