M O N T H LY B I T E S Let’s talk food wine It’s all about the EXPERIENCE Even if you are not a dyed-in-the-wool oenophile (that means wine connoisseur for you non wine drinkers), Bin 105 is worth checking out. I know, because I took one for the team and visited - just so I could write this review. Oh, the sacrifices we make for good newsletter content! Right by the viaduct on 8th and P Streets Bin 105 is a hidden gem. Steve, the proprietor, was a wine distributor for many years. He recognized that most wine shops stocked the same wines; mostly from large vintners. He saw an opportunity to create a more personalized wine experience, providing inventory from a wide range of small batch vineyards and matching them to each individual’s taste. So, he jumped at the chance to take over a 750 square foot space next door to his current location, and when his model proved successful, he expanded into his current space. Bin 105 provides a specialty foods and a curated wine experience like no other in Lincoln; great for closing gifts, for
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pairing wine with your dinner party menu or for just trying out a glass of wine as you wander around the shops in the Haymarket. Over the last several years the shop has expanded its in-store offering, so you can enjoy a glass of wine on location. There are high-tech refrigerated containers with several bottles of wine on tap, so you can try a pour from several different bottles, in a variety of sizes. The self-served wine is very convenient and helps in deciding what wines you may want to purchase. All in all, the experience at Bin 105 is top notch, personal, fun and not to be missed. I’m sure your friends, family and clients would enjoy it as well, so get yourself on down there and raise a glass to fall! If you’ve got a place you’d like to review for our newsletter – please contact hsne-marketing@homeservicesne.com and let us know!
BY: AMY DUVAL CARLSON
Michael Jordan, Ruth Bader Ginsburg , Serena Williams, John McCain. When I think of excellence, these images appear. In their chosen fields, they are considered outstanding, but they are not perfect. They all claim failures or defeats. Michael Jordan was once cut from his high school’s WE ARE WHAT WE REPEATEDLY DO. varsity basketball team. Ruth Bader Ginsburg graduated at the top of her Columbia Law School class but had a hard time finding a EXCELLENCE THEN, IS NOT AN ACT, job. Serena has withstood many losses and injuries, and John BUT A HABIT. - ARISTOTLE McCain suffered several political losses. Despite their failures, these people all continued to excel because of their commitment to and expectation of excellence. They are not ok with status quo or good enough. They are all known for zealously practicing their craft and continually seeking improvement opportunities. Their excellence is fueled by their relentless passion for learning and achievement. Achieving excellence requires commitment. HomeServices of Nebraska is committed to providing excellent service to our agents, customers, and employees. We know excellence does not just happen which is why we value the pursuit and are committed to a culture that seeks and develops opportunities for learning, practicing, and continuous improvement. As Vince Lombardi once said, “perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection, we can catch excellence.”
2 / 2018 HSNE NEWSLET TER / Leadership. Gratitude. Excellence. Integrity. Innovation.
How do YOU, or others in our company you’ve observed, model excellence in your day to day work? Let us know at hsne-marketing@homeservicesne.com. The first five submissions will be added to a drawing for a gift certificate to Jet Splash!
