Sunfowers at Stone Creek

Sunflowers at Stone Creek

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If you’ve paid a visit to the area surrounding the future Atkins Golf Club at the University of Illinois recently, you may have noticed the massive field of sunflowers that has taken over the west side of the course.

Townhomes, commercial buildings proposed for Pepsin Hill

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Big news in Monticello!! Any interest in leasing a gorgeous new townhouse or starting a business downtown? Contact Nolan Atkins for information 217-367-2121 or email nolan@atkinsgroup.com Townhomes, commercial buildings proposed for Pepsin Hill Steve Hoffman A proposed color scheme for the Pepsin Hill development project. A proposed residential/commercial development for Monticello’s Pepsin Hill. Monticello’s Pepsin … Continue reading “Townhomes, commercial buildings proposed for Pepsin Hill”

Kate’s Tips for Working From Home

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Maintain Routine Get up, shower, get dressed. Psychologists agree that routine will not only start us off on to a more productive day, but it is important for our mental outlook, as well. Keep the kids going, too. Our new mantra at home is “just because you’re not in school, doesn’t mean you’re on vacation.” … Continue reading “Kate’s Tips for Working From Home”

The Atkins Group Welcomes Jared Ernst To The Team

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The Atkins Group “TAG” is happy to welcome two new staff members to their team. On January 6, Jared Ernst started his new role as Project Manager with our Commercial/Industrial Division. As Project Manager, Ernst will be responsible for overall project planning, scheduling, management, and close out of a wide range of development, remodeling, maintenance, … Continue reading “The Atkins Group Welcomes Jared Ernst To The Team”

EXPERT SERIES: Cha..Cha..Cha..Changes

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When I was asked to write a blog post for the Expert Series I laughed…a lot. I really don’t consider myself an expert on anything, except maybe binge watching Netflix. But I guess when you’ve been in HR as long as I have you’re bound to learn a thing or two that you can pass … Continue reading “EXPERT SERIES: Cha..Cha..Cha..Changes”

EXPERT SERIES: Rick Klopfleisch – the Value of Trust

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Recently a colleague and I traveled to Atlanta for a summit regarding scaling up your business. The summit touched on many different topics. These topics included how to design your business’ message, crowd funding, artificial intelligence, trust in leadership, enhancing employee motivation, emotional intelligence, and culture building. These are just a few of the topics … Continue reading “EXPERT SERIES: Rick Klopfleisch – the Value of Trust”

Susie Atkins : “Family Business” and our new Expert Series

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Clint and I started our business in the early 80’s. Really, it started well before that, and it was always a family venture. Growing up in this community, our children were always busy with their activities – school, sports, clubs, and friends – and when it was time to assist in our projects, they were … Continue reading “Susie Atkins : “Family Business” and our new Expert Series”