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Taking stock of your company Posted on 01 Mar 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

As I shared with you in last month’s column, my recommendationas Step 1 toward building a success plan for your business is for you toconduct an objective evaluation. Read more»

Insurance alternatives under study Posted on 01 Mar 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

When there is financial squeezing going on, most fingers are pointed in opposite directions. One only has to read the long list of attorneys, cause and origin experts, marketers, suppliers and defendants down stream from liability to recognize that interests are being protected at all levels. Read more»

Sooner boomer Posted on 01 Mar 2003 in the Events categories.

Since retiring five years ago, former LP gas industry veteran Bob Tennant has spent a great deal of time playing golf at his country club in Oklahoma and at various tournaments around the state. Read more»

Let’s share the load for security Posted on 01 Mar 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

A March 2002 incident involving a Kentucky propane distributor provided a grim reminder of the security challenges that still face the bulk logistics sector. Read more»

It’s Show Time! Posted on 01 Mar 2003 in the Current Issue & Events categories.

Today, you're going to walk miles and miles of aisles and aisles, shake hands with 4,000 people, and listen to 350 sales presentations. This is not your typical day at the office - unless you're heading for Atlanta and the 53rd annual National Propane Gas Association Southeastern Convention and International Exposition. Read more»

Just Peachy Posted on 01 Mar 2003 in the Current Issue & Events categories.

Before we begin our look at the town called “Hot-lanta,” here are a couple of no-no’s for visiting the city during the National Propane Gas Association’s Southeastern show. Read more»

The basics of wage and hour law Posted on 01 Mar 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

Whether deciding when and how much to pay for overtime, keeping proper records or deciding whether to pay accrued vacation to a terminated employee, failure to understand the laws in this area can lead to significant penalties for the improper payment of wages to an employee. Read more»

Bobtail tax slashed, as promised Posted on 01 Mar 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

As promised, the bobtail tax was slashed and refunds are coming. Read more»

Color my world Posted on 01 Mar 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

Having spent my entire life in northern Ohio, I thought the color orange would forever signify the splendor of the autumn foliage, the frustration of road construction barrels and the exhilaration (and too frequent disappointment) of our beloved Cleveland Browns. Read more»

Trounce competition during a merger Posted on 01 Feb 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

ll of you have seen or know of a competitor who sold his company in your area. You also likely saw thechanges made and the problems that may have occurred during the transition period. You likely gainedseveral customers during the transition process -- just by answering the phone! Read more»