Alternative dispute resolution can be a cost-effective way to resolve legal issues From a business perspective, mediation makes sense as a strategic tool to reduce risk. You receive a great return on your investment of a relatively small amount of … Continue reading
Preparing The Office For The Summer, Vacation
Summer can be a challenging time for business owners and families alike. The temperatures are well into the triple digits, kids are off from school, and employees want to take a vacation from the triple digits with their kids. As … Continue reading
Get Your Ads Noticed, And Other PR Lessons
How to get your ads notice ― and other lessons in public relations Advertising can be vital to attracting attention to your business, but it’s not all that gets customers through the door. For companies touting consumer-related products and services, … Continue reading
Social Media: Turning Tweets Into Tourists
Used correctly, social media can pay off for the hospitality industry Over the holidays, the JW Marriott Desert Ridge built a giant village out of 800 pounds of gingerbread and 250 pounds of chocolate to display in its lobby. For … Continue reading
The 5 C’s of Credit: What Do They Mean To Your Small Business Loan?
One of the most common questions among small business owners seeking financing is: “What will the bank look for from me and my business?” While every bank has its own unique criteria, many use some variation of the five C’s … Continue reading
Protect Your Business From White-Collar Crime, Embezzlement
In a tough economy, white-collar crimes are more rampant than ever. A study by Marquet International, Ltd. on 2010 embezzlement data found that the average scheme lasted more than 4.5 years, the average loss was $1 million and two-thirds of … Continue reading
Five Great Apps For Mobile Finance
Mobile finance is about to boom (some say we’re already there). You may have dabbled a little with your own bank’s mobile app for easy money transfers and to check balances. Or you might be quite savvy with Google Wallet … Continue reading
Surprising Startup Hubs Across the U.S.
Typically, when people hear the word “startup” they envision the hi-tech hub of Silicon Valley. However, there are many surprising regions across the U.S. that are experiencing a boom in entrepreneurial growth and expansion. Venture 51, a seed-and early-stage fund … Continue reading
Mobile Payments – The Pay Of The Future
They’re not here yet, but expect mobile payments to change the way we pay If your wallet feels thinner in the upcoming months, blame your cell phone, not the down economy. Mobile payments, also called mobile money and mobile wallet, … Continue reading
Aerospace And Defense Industry – Critical To Expanding Economy
Aerospace and defense industry is critical to expanding economy When I’m asked to name one sector of Arizona’s technology community that is critical to expanding the strength of the economic recovery, I always sum it up in two letters: A&D … Continue reading
Fitness Apps: A Rewarding Way To Achieve Your Goals
Yes, “there’s an app for that.” Some provide the most important element – FUN! They can be rewarding, literally rewarding. I’m talking about real cash and prizes. Whether you’re just getting started or feel the need to accomplish more, a … Continue reading
From Development to Realizing Dreams: Encouraging Students’ Growth
Last night as I am turning off the last light before bedtime, I hear “singing” (if you can call it that) coming from my daughter’s bedroom. As I peaked in the door, she had her eyes closed, iPod headphones plugged … Continue reading
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