Leadership

The cattle drives of the old west were as important as anything in the westward expansion of the United States and in the legacy of the American working cowboy. The drives usually began in spring, so that cattle could feed on the new, fresh grass …

Discover the timeless principles of the Code of the West, embodying cowboy ethics, integrity, and self-reliance. Explore how these values shaped the American West and continue to inspire a life of honor and hard work today.

I got to thinking the other day about the people in my personal and professional life who are an absolute necessity for me to get my job done. Is it my since-retired assistant Barbara, affectionately nicknamed “Berber,” with her pleasant demeanor and can-do attitude? Perhaps it’s the …

To “ride for the brand” means more than loyalty—it’s a cowboy’s promise of dedication, pride, and teamwork. Discover how this timeless code shaped the American West and inspires commitment, hard work, and authenticity in today’s world.

To most any person raised in the city, the cowboy’s jingling spur rowels might appear to be pure pretension, but the spurs to which they are attached are a very necessary part of his equipment. Not that the cowboy doesn’t enjoy the jingle mind you. …

There are likely no more important tools of the trade for the working cowboy than his horse and saddle. While there have been volumes written about horses (as should be the case), comparatively little is written about western saddles. While its purpose is to be …

It’s that time of year again for those of us in the accounting business, with increased business activity from an improving economy, the demands of client service, the implementation of new accounting guidance for auditors, and our tax brethren digesting all the aspects of the new Tax …