I think every entrepreneur dreams of taking his or her idea to a start-up and then changing the world with the start-up as it grows to a successful organization (usually measured by higher revenue, profit or employees). What I continue to be amazed by are the number of start-ups that actually turn … [Read more...] about Is Your Business Really a Lifestyle?
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Preparing Your Business for Sale
WCI Brokers is the largest full-service business brokerage firm in Northern Arizona. As business intermediaries, we have facilitated more than 500 business acquisitions in Northern Arizona over the past 15 years. This article is part of a series of articles written by our professionals at WCI … [Read more...] about Preparing Your Business for Sale
Plan a Great Staycation this Summer
Summer is upon us, a time when many like to get away and enjoy a vacation away from home. As appealing as leaving your busy life behind and sipping fruity drinks with your feet in the sand may sound, it isn’t always the most realistic option. For a family, organizing a summer vacation may be a … [Read more...] about Plan a Great Staycation this Summer
How Caregivers Find Support, Information
I have been a nurse for 22 years and worn many hats in the health care profession. However, it was not until a recent personal experience that I learned the importance of the patient and family. My mom was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis, and as her disease progressed, so did my responsibilities … [Read more...] about How Caregivers Find Support, Information
The Three Bs of Garden Success
You can help your garden – and the ecosystem in general – by becoming a welcoming host to some of the hardest working horticulturists around. These gardeners are very different from each other, but have three things in common – they love flowers, have names that start with “B,” and are … [Read more...] about The Three Bs of Garden Success
Understanding the Financial Stages of Life
As we go through life, we pass milestones that mark transitions into different phases of life. Financial transitions accompany these turning points. Our goals change and our priorities shift in response to these changing life needs. While everyone’s financial journey is different, most people … [Read more...] about Understanding the Financial Stages of Life
County Fair Benefits Community and Businesses
County fairs across the country have their roots in connecting business and community members to each other and to the latest agricultural inventions. At least that’s the history of county fairs. But what about today? County fairs are stepping up to the challenge to not only continue these … [Read more...] about County Fair Benefits Community and Businesses
Can You Sell Your Home Without a Realtor?
The short answer to this question is: of course! The long answer is a bit more challenging. Do you really want to? Are you really well equipped to? Here are some things to consider when choosing the best course for selling your home. First of all, do you truly know the value of your home in the … [Read more...] about Can You Sell Your Home Without a Realtor?
Lens Replacement Surgery
What is a Cataract? Our eyes function very much like a camera. You have two natural lenses in your eye. One lens is on the surface (cornea) of your eye, and a second lens is within your eye, called the crystalline lens. Together, these lenses focus images on the back of your eye (retina). At … [Read more...] about Lens Replacement Surgery
Web Talk: Free Theme vs. Custom Build
Creating a memorable brand is difficult. When starting a new business, venturing out on your own or trying to set your company apart from the clamor takes imagination. Marketing is a combination of creativity and research. These two ingredients are vital to a successful marketing campaign. What … [Read more...] about Web Talk: Free Theme vs. Custom Build