Around The Table with Jim Engelberth

We believe that when you work with us, you become part of the Brodbeck family. And like any family, it’s important we keep in touch. That’s exactly what we hope to do with our blog. It’s a chance for us to post messages on a regular basis, and a chance for you to respond and become part of the conversation. Consider it our online family dinner table. So read our posts below, pass the mashed potatoes, and share a story or two with us

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NFL Playoff predictions

The NFL playoffs have started, so time to pick a winner. My top three picks are the Patriots, Saints and Packers…all due to their quarterbacks. Brady, as much as I don’t like his team, just delivers the goods. Rodgers is ...

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Remodeling

Some of you know I’m a bit of a handyman. Not trying to boast, but I have a small amount of skill . . . and a wife with big plans. So right now, I’m knee-deep in a bathroom remodel. ...

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Happy holidays

What is it about kids art that makes you smile? One of our employees' daughter made this for her dad and he brought it in to show. I thought it was pretty neat to see how this little girl viewed ...

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Frozen watering fountains. Standing between two silos in the wind.

So now that we are experiencing some pretty cold weather, I was reminded of my days as a kid helping on our dairy farm and activities that I most dreaded in the winter time. So here are a few to ...

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One day at a time

It was raining the other day. It reminded me of the stress I felt in May wondering if anything was going to be planted, or if we’d be staring at a warehouse full of corn and beans. We all know ...

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Big Ten predictions

I was watching the Big Ten Network pre-season show for men’s hoops. Basically, everyone is playing for second place since Ohio State is loaded once again. We need the NBA to get back at it so the OSU guys can ...

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And away we go…

There are lots of blogs out there. My favorite is one that tracks my Boilermakers . . . the guys writing it are intelligent and witty. They provide me entertainment and information that I can’t get from the more mainstream ...

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