As I inch up the thermostat, I wonder when the outdoors will turn from green to white. Many seasonal contractors that I know operate snow removal equipment. And, there are many things to consider as the winter season approaches. How much staff should you leave on call? How much sand and salt should you purchase?… Read more »
Imagine all the time that you spend winterizing your property: for example, making sure winter clothes and coats are adequate; and having feed, water and shelter available for the animals on the coldest days. As you go through your winterizing checklist, you likely review your vehicles, home and animals, but have you considered what should… Read more »
he ongoing case of Exeter Hospital and the Hepatitis C outbreak The biggest news story in New Hampshire this year will no doubt be that of David Kwiatkowski, whom the authorities have labeled a “serial infector”. Kwiatkowski is a 32 year old Michigan native who, in 2007, got his start in the health care industry as a… Read more »
8 Guiding Principles to Develop a Safety Program While training for the New York City marathon—my first—I realized that there are many similarities to developing and maintaining a safety program. I admit to being overwhelmed at times while tackling the unknown. Can I do it? Will I make my long runs? Where will I find… Read more »
Any logger has the potential of being involved in an accidental timber trespass claim. Here are some things you need to know: What are you agreeing to when you sign a contract? Landowners generally require a logger to have general liability insurance and to assume responsibility for everything that happens at the work site. Many… Read more »
Today’s guest post is brought to you by Alyssa DellaCamera from Eaton & Berube Insurance Agency, an independent insurance agency located in New Hampshire. Learn about the common threats in business that a small business faces and strategies to manage them. As many small business owners understand, owning your own company offers many rewards, but with… Read more »
A good house has a lot of nails in it. I remember that statement from Gilly Harlow, my Homes and Buildings professor at Union College, more years ago than I care to admit. He was an older gentleman who wore a bowtie, had years of experience, and made many statements which stuck with me. And,… Read more »
Many of us enjoy a nice “adult” beverage after a hard day’s work, possibly with our 18-ounce filet, or perhaps after that wretched round of golf that we can’t soon enough forget. Whether this holds true for you or not, the fact still remains, it’s a part of how many people unwind. And many businesses… Read more »
If you’re a small business owner, congratulations! You’re a part of a huge engine driving a significant part of the U.S. economy. But it can often be hard to feel good when you’re working seven days a week, trying to attract the attention of potential customers, negotiate for physical space, find quality employees, or any… Read more »
One of our material dealers recently opened a line of credit for a new customer, for the purchase of materials. The customer appeared to be a long established and reputable company. It turned out that the customer was actually a fictitious company that had stolen the name of a legitimate company and may have hacked… Read more »
