Many of us consider the stroke of midnight into the New Year to be some sort of magical reset button that comes with snow flurries and a kiss. I happen to be one of them. However, turning that magical moment into everyday life usually takes a little more than fairy dust, like a bold decision, courage, perseverance and a pathologically unshakeable belief that what you want to achieve is not only possible, it’s inevitable, and it’s already here. Clean Up That Lens It’s hard to have 20/20 … [Read more...] about Bringing Your 2020 Vision into Focus
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Vision Correction Options
If you have ever thought about how nice it would be to see clearly without being constantly dependent on glasses or contact lenses, you have probably heard of LASIK. But do you know that since this vision correction procedure was first introduced, advances in technology have made it even safer and more effective? And do you know that LASIK is not your only option for achieving your best possible vision? Beyond LASIK, another option, called an implantable contact lens, or ICL, is also available. … [Read more...] about Vision Correction Options
ECoNA Receiving Vision Grant
The Arizona Commerce Authority is pleased to announce the five awardees of its Vision Grants, a reimbursable grant program designed to enhance the economic development infrastructure of rural regions around the state. The total grant amount of $250,000 will be allocated up to $50,000 each to the following communities committed to enhancing and expanding economic development systems, establishing projects and programs focused on creating jobs, and increasing wages —particularly in base … [Read more...] about ECoNA Receiving Vision Grant
Flagstaff Transportation Summit Approaching
Business, economic development and transportation leaders are collaborating on April 20 for the first-ever Greater Flagstaff Transportation Summit, with the ultimate goal of creating a unified vision for this community’s transportation future. The Flagstaff Metropolitan Planning Organization (FMPO), Northern Arizona Intergovernmental Transportation Authority (NAIPTA), Economic Collaborative of Northern Arizona (ECoNA) and the Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce are leading this community-wide … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Transportation Summit Approaching
Art Babbott Running Board of Supervisors
Art Babbott has declared his candidacy for District 1 Coconino County Board of Supervisors and officially resigned from the Flagstaff City Council. “I look forward to sharing my vision for an innovative, vibrant and sustaining future with District 1 residents. Listening to citizen’s perspectives and priorities is a critical part of formulating good public policy and I welcome input and ideas on creating a more effective and responsive County government. Our creative and entrepreneurial … [Read more...] about Art Babbott Running Board of Supervisors
Asking the Important Questions of Your Business
Questions. It’s all about questions. Or, is it? When we work with our clients, we ask them lots of questions. We don’t ask just any question. We ask questions that challenge and provoke thought and help us learn about them; what they like, what motivates them, what they want from their business. We get them to describe why they’re in business, why they do what they do, to get a clear vision of their business or organization – to discover our clients’ passion for being. So, why are you in … [Read more...] about Asking the Important Questions of Your Business
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 don’t see that as a problem, you probably shouldn’t be running a business. And if you’re asking, “What does a business plan have to do with customer service?” Well, here’s … [Read more...] about Making Customer Service Part of Your Business Strategy