Positively challenging ageism, sexism

By Sara Orellana   I cannot believe that in 2023 we are still confronting issues over age and gender.  But here we are. In my career, I have faced – and continue to face – them both. I am sad to admit that when I first faced these issues, I allowed them to create an emotional response within me.

Changing Times

By Sara Orellana   As a first-generation Hispanic American who started her career 20 years ago, I can tell you there were very few women and/or minority leaders in the corporate world. Today, there are a few more, but not nearly enough.

The value of a cash flow sheet

By Sara Orellana   The day I heard the term Cash Flow Sheet and learned what it was, lightbulbs came on in my head. I knew had found the tool I had been missing for years. Fast-forward 10 years, and I am still singing the praises of a Cash Flow Sheet.

The Free Speech Movement

By Finck, Ph. D | For Southwest Ledger   An incident happened last month at Stanford University that has unfortunately become all too common across college campuses.

Making goals achievable

I would be willing to bet that if I asked you what a SMART goal is, you could tell me with little to no thought. We have been writing SMART goals for our entire careers. Yet, while we know how to write SMART goals, how many of us know how to achieve the goals we set for ourselves?

Maintaining motivation

By Sara Orellana   No matter how much we love what we do, there will be times when we grapple to maintain motivation. Sometimes this struggle is caused by exhaustion or hunger, other times by burnout, stress, or feelings of being overwhelmed.

Generational variety in the workplace

By Sara Orellana   The current workforce is a blend of several generations. In some offices you can find baby boomers, millennials and Gen Zers working side by side. I love seeing this variety of age, perspectives and life experiences in the office.

Creating authentic connections

“It’s not who you know, it’s who knows you.” In all honesty, it’s true. I have had more opportunities and offers because of people who know me, than through the people I know. The best way for people to get to know you is through networking and creating connections.

Great board members are involved board members

As business owners, many of us currently serve on a nonprofit boards for will soon be asked to serve. Serving as a board member is a great way to support the work of a nonprofit organization and make positive differences in the community.

The commissioners were correct

In 2019 the old American Legion building near the intersection of I-44 and state Highway 49 burned and was destroyed. Comanche County owned the building and leased it to the Senior Citizen Center, who used it for their many activities to include weekend dances.