ON THE JOB: What is Your Greatest Accomplishment?
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant “I started from scratch. Now I’m beyond the 10-year anniversary mark. I’ve had time to reflect. Getting your first year under your belt. Many businesses…
ON THE JOB: “What is the Best Business Advice You’ve Ever Received?
Interviews by Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Sound advice can contribute to your success. We recently asked area business leaders, what was their best advice they’d ever received. Here’s what they…
ON THE JOB: What Qualities Should Every Entrepreneur Possess?
Interviews by Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Since entrepreneurs tend to fill many roles in their business—especially in the start-up phase—they need an impressive cadre of skills and traits to become…
ON THE JOB: What inspired you to start your business or work in your current role?
Interviews by Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Working someplace you love makes every work day more enjoyable. We recently asked area businesspeople to share what inspired them to take on their…
ON THE JOB: How Do You Measure Success in Your Line of Business?
"Success" means different things to different people. We recently asked business leaders in the area how they define success. “Being able to pay your bills and run a good…
ON THE JOB: What Advice Would You Give to Someone Who’s Starting a Business Now?
Interviews by Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Starting a new business? We recently asked established area business leaders, “What advice would you give to someone just starting their own business?” …
ON THE JOB: What’s Your Biggest Business Challenge Right Now?
Interviews by Deborah Jeanne Sergeant “Labor is challenging. Almost everyone in this type of business is discovering that it’s hard to find people who want to work.” —…
ON THE JOB: The Outlook for 2025: What’s in Store for Area Businesses?
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant “As a law firm that began in Central New York in 1855 and has always had a major office here, our dedication to the region…
ON THE JOB: ‘What do you feel most proud about your organization?’
Interviews by Deborah Jeanne Sergeant“I’m always satisfied when my business can provide a nice, clean, quiet and affordable room to our customers. Seeing a happy customer, who finds value in their stay, makes the effort worthwhile.” — Robert M. Taylor, Owner, All Seasons Inn, Scriba/Oswego“I am most proud of my organization for the involvement in our local communities. From Oswego to Pulaski to Watertown and beyond, we have agents and staff who are dedicated to making their communities a brighter place. Beyond our community outreach efforts, we love that we get to serve our communities by bringing a relational approach rather than a transactional approach to real estate sales. When working with our team, we love that our clients consider us their forever agency. Our relationships go far beyond the typical lifecycle of a real estate transaction.” — Dana Decker, Broker and owner of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CNY Realty, Oswego“Without a doubt, the people at Bonadio are what I’m most proud of. The growth and success of our firm over the past 45 years is a testament to the hard work and commitment of every single employee. And despite the tremendous growth we’ve seen, we’ve remained true to our values and enhanced (more…)
On the Job: We’ve asked area business leaders how summer affects their business
Interviews by Deborah Jeanne Sergeant “Everything stays the same. We do insurance, accounting, payrolls and a few tax returns for the folks who asked us to file extensions for…