There are many different ways to explore the world from the convenience of a ship. No packing and unpacking are needed and you can still travel to multiple destinations. From river cruises to 112-passenger yachts, to barges and mega cruise liners, there is something out there for everyone! For … [Read more...] about Opportunities with Cruising Packages
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Creating Relationships
“Have I got a deal for you!” Those words are sure to make you cringe as you run in the opposite direction from the proverbial salesperson and whatever they’re hawking today. “Only $9.99!” they shout, following you through the store as they plead for just a minute of your time. A polite “No … [Read more...] about Creating Relationships
Is There an App for Getting My Life Back?
A recent article in The Atlantic states that nearly half of Facebook users aged 18-34 check their Facebook just minutes after waking up; 28 percent even before getting out of bed. An informal survey with my university students finds that it’s the last thing many of them do at night before going to … [Read more...] about Is There an App for Getting My Life Back?
What Property Management Can Do for You
If you own a commercial property or are thinking about purchasing, there is one very important consideration you should make: Property Management. A Property Management company works toward three basic goals: Increasing a property’s net operating income through rent … [Read more...] about What Property Management Can Do for You
Market Changing Rapidly
Phoenix home prices are coming up. In the past 12 months, prices have risen 20 percent. We know that this typically means that Flagstaff prices will follow. Flagstaff has always been a stronger market but is tied to the rest of the state and country. This trend is projected to continue throughout … [Read more...] about Market Changing Rapidly
Assisting Seniors and Medications
Persons over the age of 65 make up over 13 percent of the population of the United States, but they receive more than 30 percent of prescriptions filled. Seniors in general have more medical problems that require them to take medications, sometimes for numerous conditions. In the U.S. each year, … [Read more...] about Assisting Seniors and Medications
Pets and Office Productivity
These days, people consider their pets to be members of the family. We all appreciate the benefits of having companion animals in our lives. Pets can reduce stress, lower blood pressure, ease pain, improve your mood, help people socialize, and help children learn responsibility. Having … [Read more...] about Pets and Office Productivity
Long-Term Care: Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late
Most people learn about long-term care when they or their loved ones are touched by it firsthand. At that point, they have limited options on what they can do to pay for this tremendous expense. So while no one savors talking to their financial advisor about long-term care, you should. Failing to … [Read more...] about Long-Term Care: Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late
Conference Spotlighting Northern Arizona
As spring continues its return to Northern Arizona and our outdoor vistas once again fill with vibrant color and life, so too will our local businesses and natural wonders, as hundreds of visitors from around the nation gather next year for a conference spearheaded by Coconino County. The … [Read more...] about Conference Spotlighting Northern Arizona
Innovate This!
Have we had enough innovation yet? Probably not. That buzzword still drives a lot of business (and political) thinking. Rod Adner, author of The Wide Lens: A New Strategy for Innovation, points out that every year “vast amounts of money, time, attention, and effort are spent to introduce … [Read more...] about Innovate This!
