Giving a Voice to Every Coloradan

Colorado has always been known for its independent streak—it’s something we’re proud of. We are independent in so many ways, including our party affiliations. As a matter of fact, unaffiliated, or independent, voters make up the largest voting group in the state (37 percent) and Colorado holds the top spot in the nation for growth in unaffiliated … Read Post

3 tips to inspire creativity in the office

You don’t need to paint outside of the lines to have a creative office. Creativity can be as simple as encouraging open communication during a team brainstorm or thinking of new ways to be more productive. Creative offices tend to be more innovative, productive and have a higher employee retention rate. Check out these three … Read Post

3 Ways to Breed Your Franchise Business

McDonald’s, Subway and Supercuts are among the top franchises in the nation. But have you ever considered doggie day care when it comes to as successful franchise? Heidi Ganahl founder of Camp Bow Wow, the largest pet care company in the world, made it her passion to do just that. At Your Conversation With, Ganahl … Read Post

Why Everyone Should Have a Mentor in Business

It’s easy to get overwhelmed with stress at work. That’s why it’s important to have someone to lean on—someone who can serve as a sounding board, give advice and learn from—a mentor. A mentor could be someone within your organization or an expert in your industry. But what’s important? Building a strong relationship with someone … Read Post

Small Businesses Share Experiences, Concerns about Health Care Costs

Everywhere we look, the Denver metro area is changing. It’s true for our transit systems, and it’s true for our health care. Just as businesses adapt to the new ways to get to work, they are adjusting to the new ways of accessing health care. It is in this spirit that Delta Dental of Colorado conducted its second-annual Small Business Health Benefits … Read Post

Three tips to knock your business’s pitch out of the park

For entrepreneurs looking for funding to grow their business, pitching is crucial… As a part of the Denver Metro Small Business Development Center’s (SBDC) Trout Tank program, entrepreneurs can learn how to hone their pitch and grab the attention of lenders and investors. Are you ready to pitch? Here’s three quick tips to be pitch … Read Post