Everyone’s heard of the cloud. But, do you know what it is? It’s likely you already use it in your personal life, perhaps to store digital photos and documents or even for backing up your phone. But, moving to the cloud can be complex. The biggest issue is the process of migration – of … [Read more...] about Your Essential Cloud Migration Strategy Checklist
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Colleen Biggs Bets on Women to Lead
Colleen Biggs grew up like a lot of little girls, imagining the life she thought she was supposed to live, including a prince, a big Disney-esque wedding and a happily ever after. But with her parents’ divorce, she watched her mom’s world fall apart. For 12-year-old Colleen and her mom, life was … [Read more...] about Colleen Biggs Bets on Women to Lead
Understanding the Business of Orchestras Like Arizona Philharmonic
Imagine you owned a gourmet restaurant with a loyal following but the patrons only paid $15 for a meal that cost you $45 to produce. Hard to survive on that, right? That is the case with orchestras. To survive with lower-than-average COVID ticket sales, and fixed costs like venues and musicians, … [Read more...] about Understanding the Business of Orchestras Like Arizona Philharmonic
Supporting Minority-Owned Businesses
Three experts from different backgrounds and organizations spoke on a panel called Supporting Minority-Owned Businesses in Your Community at the Arizona Association for Economic Development Fall Forum. Although panelists Alika Kumar, Carlos Velasco and Melody Lewis represented diverse communities, … [Read more...] about Supporting Minority-Owned Businesses
Imagining a World Beyond the Pandemic
Events like the COVID-19 pandemic can turn the world upside down. The immediate impact of this turmoil creates sometimes insurmountable challenges to small businesses. But it is nearly impossible to predict the long-term effects on those small businesses that have somehow managed to survive the … [Read more...] about Imagining a World Beyond the Pandemic
Straight to the Table
The Prescott Chamber of Commerce Farm to Table Experience is being presented and organized by the Prescott Chamber of Commerce, with Dignity Health as the main sponsor. Mortimer Farms, the host organization, speculates that this, the fifth year for the event, will be the largest and most successful … [Read more...] about Straight to the Table
What Makes People Follow You?
Great leaders inspire others to follow them. Indeed, many characteristics define great leadership, but if you’re wondering what makes people follow you, here are the most critical factors you need to know. Trust Trust is the foundation of any well-developed relationship, including your … [Read more...] about What Makes People Follow You?
Boost Productivity, Save Time, Improve the Customer Experience
Microsoft 365 is like a treasure chest, full of delights waiting to be discovered. Most businesses get it just to access Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams. Then, they find out there are so many other apps included. Find the right ones and you can save time, increase productivity and motivation, and … [Read more...] about Boost Productivity, Save Time, Improve the Customer Experience
Businesses, Individuals Honored for Workforce Efforts
Two businesses and four individuals from Yavapai County have been recognized for exceptional efforts in workforce and economic development by the Yavapai County Board of Supervisors. The county collaborates with ARIZONA@WORK, a statewide workforce development network, as well as the Northern … [Read more...] about Businesses, Individuals Honored for Workforce Efforts
Hissing is Never a Good Sound
I once had dinner with a rattlesnake. It was an uninvited guest, but nonetheless, it showed up at suppertime while I was grilling. I did what any courageous Arizonan should do who doesn’t have a long-handled shovel or a pair of snake tongs. I called the fire department – which I’ve heard is the No. … [Read more...] about Hissing is Never a Good Sound
