Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Beginning Graphic Design: Fundamentals


In this video, you’ll learn the fundamentals of graphic design.

TO LEARN MORE, CALL TODAY:
Ryan Stone @ 707-480-0959 /or
Terry Minion @ 707-434-9967


Friday, September 26, 2025

Types of Businesses We Have Served

We serve an ever-widening arena of types of businesses. 
See the extensive list below:


Alternative Fuels Consortium
Alzheimer & Dementia Care
Archery Shop
Artistic Adventures Abroad
Author
Auto Body Shop
Auto Dealer
Auto Financing Group
Auto Repair Facility
Auto Salesperson
Automation & Control Technology
Baseball Training Center
Bathroom Remodeling
Bible College & Seminary
Bicycle Shop
Boat Racing, Design & Repairs
Book Publisher
Bookkeeping and Payroll
Bowling Alley
Business Consulting
Business District Group
Business Introductions
Business Networking Group
Business to Business Marketing
Business Ecosystem Strategists
Car & Truck Accessories
Carpet Cleaning
Cemetery Services
Chiropractor
College Educational Foundation
College Student
Commercial Truck Consulting
Commercial Truck Dealer
Concrete Cutting
Concrete Grinding
Consignment Shop
Construction Contractor
Consultant
Contractor Group Alliance
Country Retreat & Spa
County Fair/Event Center
Court Reporting Services
CPAP/Sleep Apnea Consultant
Cupcake & Dessert Bakery
Day Porter Services
Deceased Remembrance Site
Dentist
Designated Driver Wine Tour Service
Developmentally Disabled Non-Profit
Disadvantaged Youth Training
Doctor Training
Dog & Cat Teeth Cleaning
Drywall Tool Rentals
eBay Store
Education (Tutoring)
Electrical Industry Search Engine
Electric & Power Distribution
Electrician & Electrical Services
Elevator Repair and Service
Emergency Restoration Services
Employment Development Organization
Energy Management Consultant
Engineering
Event Marketing
Event Rentals
Event Staffing
Environmental Technologies
Eye Doctor and Surgeon
Face and Body Spa
Family and Children's Services
Family Law Association Foundation
Fencing Contractor
Fitness Center
Flooring Center
Florist and Gifts
Food Safety Education
Forklift Sales, Service & Rental
Funeral Services
Furniture Store
Gift Shop & Tobacconist
Glass Company
Government Reentry Services
Green Energy Contractors
Hair Salon
Headhunter
Health & Fitness
Health Products
Health & Welfare Support
Hearing Aid Services
Heating & A/C Contactor
Homeless Transition & Assistance
Home & Business Security
Home & Garden Show
Independent Insurance Agency
Independent Scentsy Business
Internet Technology (IT) Solutions
Janitorial Services
Just In Time Inventory Management
Karate Dojo
Kitchen Remodeling & Refinishing
Landscape Supply
Landscaping Contractor
Law Firm
Lean Manufacturing Consulting
Lending Services Consultant
Liquid & Vapor Leak Detection
Literary Agent
Litigation Support Services
Logistics Services
Mailing List Broker
Management Consultant
Manufacturing
Martial Arts Training
Massage Therapy
Meal Replacement
Medical Trauma Training
Metal Fabrication
Mobile Truck RepairMortgage Broker
Mortuary Services
Motorcycle Repair & Service
Multi-Level Marketing
Musical Artist
Music Bands
Music Instruction
Music Store & Teaching Academy
Multi-Level Marketing Business
Non-Profit Organizations
Nurse Training
Nutrition Store
Overhead Door Company
Overfill Prevention Systems
Paralegal Document Service
Painting Contractor
Patient Advocacy Consultants
Pest Control
Petrochemical Services
Philanthropic Organization
Physical Therapy Specialist
Plumbing Contractor
Pool Service
Powder Coating
Realtor
Real Estate Salesperson
Recreation Center
Regulatory Software Services
Rescue Mission
Restaurant (Bar & Grill)
Restaurant (Fast Food)
Restaurant (Fine Dining)
Restaurant (Italian)
Roofing Company
Sales Training Consultant
Search & Recruitment Services
Self-Storage Facility
Skin Care
Societal Reentry Services
Software Development
Solar Energy Sales
Solar Panel Cleaning & Maintenance
Spray Tan Mobile Service
Static Ground Monitoring
Statistical Information Systems
Stone & Tile Dealer
Tax & Accounting Services
Theatre For the Arts
Towing Services
Trauma Surgical Training
Travel Promotion
Tree Service
Truck Dealer
Truck Body Manufacturer
Truck Body Upfitter
Truck Clubs
Truck Rack Manufacturer
Truck Repair & Parts
Truck Transportation Center
Tutoring
T-Shirt & Apparel Design Co.
Vehicle Transporter
Veterinarian
Weight Loss For Teens
Wine & Liquor Store
Wine Tour Service
Winery
Writing, Editing & Author Services
Yogurt Shop
Youth Job & Life Skills Training

TO LEARN MORE, CALL TODAY:
Ryan Stone @ 707-480-0959 /or
Terry Minion @ 707-434-9967

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

What Does the Trend Setter Package Include?

  • Professional Website
  • Blog & Regular Blog Posting
  • Limited Social Media Posting & Management
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Linkedin
  • Personalized Email Newsletter
  • Video & YouTube Channel
  • Marketing & Business Consulting


TO LEARN MORE, CALL TODAY:

Ryan Stone @ 707-480-0959 /or
Terry Minion @ 707-434-9967

Saturday, September 20, 2025

Emotional Intelligence: The #1 ability for leaders | Daniel Goleman


Emotional intelligence expert Daniel Goleman explains why EQ is crucial for leadership success and how it can be developed at any age. In this talk, he covers the four domains of emotional intelligence—self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management—and their impact on leadership effectiveness and team dynamics.

TO LEARN MORE, CALL TODAY:
Ryan Stone @ 707-480-0959 /or
Terry Minion @ 707-434-9967


Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Trend Setter Package


Having an effective Internet presence is critical to your business growth. But, just building a website is not enough. At Upward Trend, we have a systematized strategy that has been proven effective, and we have just taken that to whole new levels with our Trend Setter Package. Give us a call today and find out how inexpensive your new Internet Marketing Department can be! We do 80% or more of the work for you! Our passion is not to build websites; it is helping you grow your business.

TO LEARN MORE, CALL TODAY:
Ryan Stone @ 707-480-0959 /or
Terry Minion @ 707-434-9967


Sunday, September 14, 2025

Publications


Commercial Truck Success, The Book

Building or Rebuilding an Effective, Successful,
and Profitable Commercial Truck Operation
within a Retail Auto Dealership
First edition published Feb 2012.

2nd Edition (2016)

For more information about us and what we do, visit our website.

Ryan Stone 
p: 707-480-0959
e: rstone@upwardtrend.org

Terry Minion
p: 707-434-9967
e: tminion@upwardtrend.org

Thursday, September 11, 2025

The Art of Doing Anything Exceptionally Well ( even if you are not pro )


The Art of Doing Anything Exceptionally Well ( even if you are not pro )

In this video, we break down The Art of Doing Anything Exceptionally Well — from mastering your craft to understanding the power of repetition, focus, and patience. Learn the real process behind becoming elite at any skill, with a powerful story of Hokusai, the Japanese artist who created his masterpiece at 73.

This is your guide to consistent greatness — not quick hacks, but deep, real self-mastery.
If you're tired of being average and ready to commit to excellence, this one’s for you.

TO LEARN MORE, CALL TODAY:
Ryan Stone @ 707-480-0959 /or
Terry Minion @ 707-434-9967

Monday, September 8, 2025

Meet Us .. Hello, I'm Ryan.


Hello, I'm Ryan Stone, partner of Upward Trends.

RYAN STONE
Partner
p: 707-480-0959
e: rstone@upwardtrend.org
Internet Marketing
Consulting | Sales Management


Saturday, September 6, 2025

Meet Us .. Hello, I'm Terry.

Hello, I'm Terry Minion, founder and partner of Upward Trends. 

TERRY MINION
Founder/Partner
p: 707-434-9967
e: tminion@upwardtrend.org
Internet Marketing | Blogs
Consulting | Sales Management

Website

Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Why Soft Skills Matter More Than Hard Skills in 2025? | The Personal Gro...


85% of career success comes from soft skills… so why are we still obsessing over hard skills?

Most people think hard skills are the key to career success. But research from Harvard, Carnegie Foundation, and Stanford shows that 85% of job success actually comes from soft skills—like communication, teamwork, leadership, and adaptability.

In this video, we’ll break down why soft skills matter more than hard skills, and how mastering them can future-proof your career in the U.S. job market. Whether you’re trying to land a promotion, become a better leader, or simply stand out at work, developing soft skills could be the difference between staying stuck and moving ahead.

TO LEARN MORE, CALL TODAY:
Ryan Stone @ 707-480-0959 /or
Terry Minion @ 707-434-9967