I am the controller here at Visbeen Associates. One of the many job duties that fall under that umbrella is human resources. Since we have a large number of employers who read our blog, I thought I’d devote my blog to what makes a good employer-employee relationship.1. Communication. Proper communication is critical to any interpersonal relationship & the employer-employee one is no exception. Do your employees know what’s expected of them? If they have questions or concerns do they know whom they can talk to?2. Respect. Tina Turner sang about it, we all need it. Respect their personal...
Late Autumn 2011 Cosmopolitan Home Magazine
We're very excited to be featured in the Late Autumn 2011 Cosmopolitan Home Magazine! Be sure to pick up your copy to see what we've been up to!Inside, you'll find articles on each of these:DunesideSunsweet HillHere is a link to get a taste:Autumn 2011 Cosmopolitan Home Magaz...
Staff Post by Ryan La Haie
As I made my way into work this morning, I quickly realized the warm summer weather has faded fast. Today, the frost on the windshield was heavy and I could see my breath for the first few miles of my drive. As my vehicle and being began to warm up, I quickly realized we are beginning to enter into what I believe is the greatest time of year - “FALL”. The leaves are starting to change and all of nature’s beauty is beginning to shift.My blog entry is for all the Visbeen blog outdoorsmen out there. This is a season of harvest, a season of outdoor beauty, a season of male comradery, and a time...
Music Lovers Dream of a Landmark's Transformation
While we wait in Grand Rapids for the 2 East Fulton building to undergo transformation and have new life breathed into it, music lovers are pushing for something similar to happen to a musical landmark in Chicago.A South Michigan Avenue building had been dubbed the "home of the blues" and rock and roll. The building had housed a studio, which birthed the careers of blues artists such as Buddy Guy, Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf, Little Walter, and Chuck Berry, which in turn inspired rock and roll artists such as Beatles, Eric Clapton, and Mick Jagger.Currently, this building and the surrounding area,...
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Staff Post by Lori Potter
My Dream HomeI grew up in a small 70's ranch. I'm sure you've all seen them. A basic rectangle with a center front door and a picture window on one side and several bedroom windows on the other side. My sister and I shared a room and we all shared a single bathroom. I remember many fights and screaming matches that always ended in tears. I also remember sitting up way past bedtime sharing dreams and secrets with my sister. She was my playmate, conspirator, fellow dreamer, and best friend. I remember dreaming of living in one of those large houses where every child has their own room. Especially...
Staff Post by Paul Fikse
Barns serve numerous functions and their design often reflects their intended use. Whether used to store agricultural produce, livestock or equipment - a good barn comes in handy.The historic two-barn combination barn shown below 150 foot in length and was the main building for a dairy creamery business.Image provided by the Eaton Rapids Area Historical SocietyThis image shows that the most important part of a barn is the roof.One of the finest example of architecturally spectacular barns is right here in Michigan. Many of you may have seen this barn near Sleeping Bear Dunes:photo of the D.H....
Cornerstone University Gets A New Stadium
Yesterday, Cornerstone University broke ground for their new baseball stadium, designed by Visbeen Associates. Here's the article CU released yesterday for the ceremony:CORNERSTONE UNIVERSITYBREAKS GROUND ON NEW BASEBALL STADIUMAnnounces New Baseball StaffGrand Rapids, Mich. – Cornerstone University broke ground today on its $8 million dollar one-of-its-kind baseball stadium and new residence hall combination.Construction on the new baseball complex will begin April 1 with the first pitch being thrown out in the fall of 2012.“We need a new dorm and a baseball field so it will save us a footprint...