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The Knock That Reminded Me Why We Do This
by Kimberly HandYesterday morning, the temperature in Brookfield was climbing into the upper 90s. The humidity was oppressive. Air quality warnings were in effect because of wildfire smoke. Around 10:00 a.m., there was a knock at my door. It was the technician from...
The Spark Effect: How One Conversation Leads to Another
by Paula KeeneI think opportunities exist everywhere and many begin with a spark—a simple conversation, a genuine question, or noticing something unique. Whether I'm starting a new business, launching a creative project, moving to a new community, or meeting someone...
Old Falls Village Park to Host Third Annual Vietnam War Living History Reenactment
Old Falls Village Park in Menomonee Falls will host its Third Annual 1960s Era and Vietnam War Living History Reenactment August 1–2, 2026, offering visitors an immersive weekend of history, remembrance, and family-friendly activities. The event will feature authentic...
Run Black & Green Launches Second Season of Free Community Wellness Events
Run Black & Green (RBG) is kicking off its second season of free community wellness events, bringing together movement, conversation, and community building at locations throughout Milwaukee from May through October. The season begins with the 2nd Annual Move Like...
Savings Options for Small Businesses, Part 3
Part 3: Building a Long-Term Plan for Your Future Most small business owners spend their days thinking about customers, cash flow, and keeping their businesses healthy right now. What many don’t think about—at least not soon enough—is their own long-term financial...
Stop Wasting Time Online
Why Face-to-Face Events Grow Your Business Faster Have you ever walked into a room full of people and thought to yourself, "I have nothing in common with this group. What am I even doing here?" On the flip side, think of a time when you entered a space that felt like...
Savings Options for Small Businesses, Part 2
Part 2: Making Smart Decisions With Surplus Cash When business owners talk about savings, many think first about not having enough. But an equally common—and often overlooked—challenge is knowing what to do when you do have extra cash on hand. This moment often shows...
Building a Strategic Book of Business
The Power of Intentional Networking and a CRM by John Anderson REALTOR® - Lannon Stone Realty Networking should never be random. Business cards, coffee meetings, and events can create activity, but these activities alone do not build a sustainable business. The...
When Color Brings It All Together
We decided on Big Spender and Feather Stone. I was familiar with the first—it’s in some of my rooms now—but the second will be a bright, new addition, allowing my artwork and dark furniture to really pop. Taking into consideration the many different angles in the...
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