Business Book Review by Constance Devereaux Shaking his fingers, face in a frown, a former professor always cautioned us to avoid the “sloppy thinking” evident in our “sloppy speaking.” He believed most people, students especially, were guilty of vague and ambiguous expressions in everyday … [Read more...] about New Speak in the Capitalist World?
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Economic Factors Affecting Construction in Flagstaff
A career in the construction industry was named as one of the worst jobs for 2011. I thought we should explore the economic trends that contribute to this dubious distinction. Should we be looking for the light at the end of the proverbial tunnel? Between 2001 and 2004, jobs in construction … [Read more...] about Economic Factors Affecting Construction in Flagstaff
Check It Out – Libraries A Central Gathering Place
In these trying times, it may seem difficult to find ways to entertain or educate yourself and your children on a limited budget. Look no further! The Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library and the East Flagstaff Community Library both have tons of free stuff to check out and plenty of … [Read more...] about Check It Out – Libraries A Central Gathering Place
Work–The Gift That Keeps Giving
If you missed Seth Godin’s book, Linchpin (Penguin Books), when it was first released last June, there’s still time to make it part of your January list of resolutions. In fact, as our economy hiccups back to life in the new year, and employers realize it is okay to start hiring again, Godin’s book … [Read more...] about Work–The Gift That Keeps Giving
New Police Online Services Focus on Safety and Efficiency
The crime rate is lower in Flagstaff today than when I was first elected in 2008. That is because your public safety is my number one priority. A safe community is a productive and stable community. One of the strongest assets in Flagstaff is our City Police Department. Recently, the City Council … [Read more...] about New Police Online Services Focus on Safety and Efficiency
Driving Forces Behind Flagstaff’s Commercial Real Estate
2010 has been a kinder year for commercial real estate here in our beautiful mountain town. We have seen prices stabilize and even rise a little bit in certain sectors. Investors are still hiding. but owner/users are seeing opportunities. Vacancies are still very … [Read more...] about Driving Forces Behind Flagstaff’s Commercial Real Estate
Healthy and Achievable New Year’s Resolutions
What is the big deal with New Year’s Resolutions anyway? Every year, a whole bunch of people make up their minds – or trick themselves into believing they have made up their minds – to do something great for themselves. This is a particularly big event in the realm of fitness, and … [Read more...] about Healthy and Achievable New Year’s Resolutions
Business Reads for Beyond the Holidays
Hey, Santa! If you’re reading this, here’s what I want for Christmas. One of those wine club deals with a caseload of connoisseur selections each month. Then, a big old easy chair next to a roaring fire, a smoking jacket-style robe (in feminine colors, of course), and a … [Read more...] about Business Reads for Beyond the Holidays
The Truth About Motivation
The BelleWether Group In our last article, we discussed making customer service part of your business plan and strategy. In wrapping up, we touched briefly on rewards and recognition for your staff and customers who display the desired behaviors and attitudes, which is where we … [Read more...] about The Truth About Motivation
Making Customer Service Part of Your Business Strategy
When working with our clients, we find that many don’t have a written business plan. When we ask to see their business plan, the response we usually get is, “It’s in my head.” Or, if they do have one, it’s hidden in a file drawer somewhere. Now if you … [Read more...] about Making Customer Service Part of Your Business Strategy
