Why should I be a better listener – Part Two

What if I showed you a free tool that you could implement today that would have the potential to make your farm 21% more profitable, without spending a dime ? What is it? It’s listening.  After you have asked  “What’s the most important thing to talk about?” continue...

Fathers give family leadership

As we stood by the graveside of my friend’s father we both noticed two Canada Geese winging overhead as the casket was being lowered into the grave. I smiled and thought God had provided a gentle reminder that He was there, the geese mate for life, and they flew...

Why should I be a better listener? – Part One

What if I showed you a free tool that you could implement today that would have the potential to make your farm 21% more profitable, without spending a dime ? This tool was used by US farm journalist John Phipps and he said his business generated more income as a...

The Daughter In-law Barrier

Sometimes a short conversation lights a huge fire of controversy, and this blog may create a few sparks, so please read carefully, all the way to the end. A farm family with a very strong-willed daughter-in-law asks their business planner how to make progress with...

Freeloading on the Farm

free·load (frld) intr.v. free·load·ed, free·load·ing, free·loads Slang To take advantage of the charity, generosity, or hospitality of others. freeloader Noun Slang a person who habitually depends on others for food, accommodation, etc. Spring is the time we are aware...