business

Sleep Naturally with a Weighted Blanket

Editor's note: Last of a two-part series - Last month, Eileen Parker described her ability to find success in life, despite the challenges of autism. This month, she describes the business she created during the course of therapy for the condition. At the dentist, you have probably worn the lead vest they put on your chest for X-rays. So many people say that they wish the technician would leave it on, because the weight feels so good. Maybe you have lain under an old-time country quilt … [Read more...]

Category: Health Tags: autism, business

Ideas for the small business: Listening

By Richard Bevan Leave a Comment

The 1993 film Shadowlands has a telling scene in which C.S. Lewis (played by Anthony Hopkins) talks with his brother about the challenge of establishing a relationship with the young son of the woman he hopes to marry. "I don't know what to tell him or to say," says Lewis. "We don't have subjects in common to discuss." Lewis' brother replies, "You don't need something to tell or to say. Just talk with him." The insight stays with Lewis. The next time he and the boy are together they sit … [Read more...]

Category: Life Tags: business, listening

How to Put Soul in Your Business and Money in Your Bank

By Christine Kloser 1 Comment

During these demanding economic times, small business owners find it more difficult to get credit and/or see a major increase in credit rates due to the massive bailout of big business. Considering that small businesses represent 99.7 percent of all employers, it's more important than ever for small business owners to find new ways to keep their businesses thriving. Having been an entrepreneur since 1991, I've seen my share of ups and downs. For my first nine years in business, I felt like a … [Read more...]

Category: Uncategorized Tags: business, economy

Edge Life Magazine Sold to Editor, Sales Manager

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For the past 16 years Gary Beckman has published Edge Life magazine, originally known as The Edge newspaper, providing the Twin Cities and the Upper Midwest with information, insight and wisdom in the realm of metaphysics, complementary healing, spirituality and holistic living. This February edition, issue No. 196, is his last as publisher. The magazine and its website was sold effective February 1 to Tim Miejan, managing editor, and Cathy Jacobsen, sales manager. They will relaunch the … [Read more...]

Category: Life Tags: business, expo, magazine, transition

Farewell, My Friends, Farewell

By Gary Beckman Leave a Comment

Oh! My! It all started in December 1990 to create a newspaper that will share information, conscious thoughts and beliefs that have created the human race. I believe this was accomplished with input from thousands of writers, advertisers and readers - and printing, distribution, sales and accounting people. We Did It! However, In a mere 11 months we are caught in the nastiest business downcycle in 75 years. Our present business plan would not work any longer. Thus, we sold the Edge Life … [Read more...]

Category: Life Tags: business, expo, magazine