When we design a project for our clients to provide aging in place solutions for them – as occupational or physical therapists, designers, remodeling contractors, or other types of professionals… Read more »
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“There Are A Few Ways To Do Proper Follow-Up – And So Many Ways To Mess It Up”
When we meet someone for the first time or after we conduct a sales presentation, we want to continue the conversation. However, there are effective ways for doing this and… Read more »
“Coffee Is As Close To A Perfect Beverage As We Can Find”
Over the past few years, there have been several studies on coffee. Initially, I think the research was an attempt to prove that it was harmful to consume and to… Read more »
“Hiring Someone As An Independent Contractor May Not Be So Simple”
With Tax Day just around the corner, it’s appropriate to look at who is treated as an employee and who can qualify as an independent contractor. As an employer, it… Read more »
“‘Whatever It Takes’ Sounds Like A Good Strategy, But …”
Many people are committed to solving problems or finding ways to get ahead in their business. They are dedicated to succeeding and are quite diligent about making things happen. When asked… Read more »
“Listening Between The Lines For More Effective Communication”
We know how important listening is for communication in general. It’s even more important for understanding the needs of our aging in place clients and consumers while we are meeting… Read more »
“Connecticut CAPS Classes Well-Attended & Well-Received”
We just finished offering the three-days of classes for the CAPS (Certified Aging In Place Specialist)) designation in Hartford, Connecticut at the New England Assistive Technology (“NEAT”) Center at Oak… Read more »
“Saying ‘No’ Is Helpful In Another Way For Our Business”
Yesterday, we talked about the importance – and necessity – of being able to say “no” occasionally to people as a strategic response for undue requests on our time. It… Read more »
“Saying ‘No’ Often is The Correct – Though Possibly Unpopular – Response”
As little kids growing up, we didn’t think much of hearing the word “no” from our parents, teachers, and others older than us, but now that we are grown, we… Read more »
“Our Ears Are An Extremely Valuable Assessment Tool Also”
We already looked at how vital our observations are in doing an aging in place evaluation or assessment. As we visit the potential client’s home and look around us to… Read more »