Entries by jellsworth

Are You Adequately Covered?

As the cost of buildings on your operation continue to rise each year, you certainly wouldn’t think of not covering their replacement with adequate insurance. Yet, have you done the same thing with the primary source of revenue in your business?

Throw Me to the Wolves…

Forty years ago, many people held the same jobs for their entire career. There was job security for life… Today, job descriptions are constantly changing, we see lower levels of company loyalty, and many change careers regularly, either out necessity or a desire to seek new opportunities.

Choose Wisely!

“After an inflection point, all bets are off; the industry changes. The forces that drive that change are rarely a surprise, and the change, which appeared to be so gradual, then suddenly comes into play. And the opportunities are there for those who are ready.”
Damien McLoughlin

Have you Given Up or Given Your All?

While I realize that the last few months have been difficult with the onset of the Corona-Virus and the severe decrease in milk prices, I hope that you are currently regaining focus and setting new objectives for your operation.

When We Return to “Normal” Again…

As I write this blog, there is still a great deal of uncertainty in our industry and, frankly, in the entire world economy. I’m sure that, as you read this, you, like me, are ready to get back to “normal.” Will that actually happen? Maybe, but I’m not sure that any of us knows with […]

This Can Still Be A Year for Winning!

Remember, no game was ever lost in the first half. Ask the recent Super Bowl winning Kansas City Chiefs, who were down by as much as 24 points in their three post-season games that led them to their championship…