Stage actress Robyn Allen has spent more than 30 years in the entertainment industry, but says she had to overcome her shyness to perform. “I was always very shy,” she said, “but if I had written a poem, I would just stand up and recite it in front of my relatives. I think that’s how they tricked … [Read more...] about Called to the Stage
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The Importance of the Age-Old Business Card
Business cards are important for people in business. Don’t make the mistake of poo-pooing them as old school and outdated. Cards are a seemingly small piece of the business puzzle, but a key ingredient to successful business networking. Many young people view the business card as a relic from … [Read more...] about The Importance of the Age-Old Business Card
A Match Made for Hollywood
Making movies and commercials is not for the physically or mentally weak, says Sedona-based freelance production manager, producer and assistant director Margaret Knight. “Every job is different,” said Knight. “The film business is a formula, and when the formula works, it flows – and it’s a … [Read more...] about A Match Made for Hollywood
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
CCC is Open for Business this Fall
Local. Affordable. Quality Education. The marketing and public relations team at Coconino Community College decided on these words to describe the college, because they help paint a picture for every student we serve concerning what they can expect from us. “Local” refers to our dedication to … [Read more...] about CCC is Open for Business this Fall
City Offering Competitive Grant Opportunity for Growing Small Businesses
The Business Retention and Expansion Incentive is a competitive grant program brought to Flagstaff businesses by your City Council and designed to help businesses grow in Flagstaff. Originally funded at $30,000, the program could award one business $30,000 or six businesses $5,000 each, or any … [Read more...] about City Offering Competitive Grant Opportunity for Growing Small Businesses
Aerial Arts School Continues to Gain Momentum
There’s no doubt, a new generation of jumping, flipping, twirling athletes has been inspired by the Tokyo Olympics. And locally, Momentum Aerial offers a launching pad into graceful, thrilling movement with a recreational sport that requires a great deal of confidence in the forces of … [Read more...] about Aerial Arts School Continues to Gain Momentum
Arizona on Fire
Billy Cordasco and Ryan Butler sat on a hilltop behind Cedar Ranch and watched as the Slate Fire pushed its way east through juniper, pinyon and ponderosa pine forest from Highway 180 toward the historic ranch house, barn, wells and pipeline north of the San Francisco Peaks. Cordasco, president and … [Read more...] about Arizona on Fire
Considering Marriage as a Business
Do you know why the wedding band is placed on the fourth finger? The theory is that the fourth finger is the only finger with a vein connected to the heart. In a similar vein of sentiment, movies and television, particular religious dogmas and, frankly, just the general impression that we are given … [Read more...] about Considering Marriage as a Business
Positioning Your Business for Economic Recovery Investment Plans
It is extremely likely that another $2 trillion will be invested under the upcoming Infrastructure Plan, also known as the American Jobs Plan and the American Families Plan. In this article, we continue to look at where the federal money is going, so that our local businesses can be in position to … [Read more...] about Positioning Your Business for Economic Recovery Investment Plans
