A Valley favorite for more than 20 years, Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill is known to many as an original that was developed right here in Scottsdale — but, actually, the first location was in Austin, Texas. The concept was to create a fresh and seasonal menu using Southwestern ingredients found in Arizona, California, New Mexico, Texas and even Louisiana. Born of the fiery and … [More]
New 2014 BMW X5 xDrive50i
The third-generation BMW X5 is empowered by this xDrive50i edition for 2014. While the new appearance is notable, it is the latest technologies and fuel efficiencies that are the true benefit in the next edition. With a 2-mpg gain in highway fuel efficiency, a lighter overall weight and some aerodynamic redesign, this driving machine is a “sports activity vehicle” to check … [More]
Point-of-Sale at Its Best
Improving and advancing technologies are making the point-of-sale purchase process so much easier and accessible for small businesses and for small spaces. Here are our picks. MagTek iDynamo Card Reader Ideal for merchants and mobile users, it combines the MagneSafe Security Architecture with the power of iOS devices. Assures convenience and cost savings while maximizing … [More]
How to be an Even Better Manager
This ninth edition of How to be an Even Better Manager covers more than 60 essential topics across the three key areas in which any manager needs to be competent: managing people, managing activities and processes, and managing and developing oneself. Thoroughly revised and updated, with 10 new chapters providing timely advice on topics such as coaching, developing emotional … [More]
Flex
Renowned executive coaches and global leadership strategists Jane Hyun and Audrey S. Lee offer lessons on the vital skill of “Flexing” — the art of switching leadership styles to more effectively lead people who are different from oneself, allowing managers to successfully manage the multicultural workers of today and tomorrow. The book shows managers how to understand the … [More]
Ready to Be a Thought Leader
With the author’s proven seven-step process — and starting from wherever they are in their careers — readers can set a course for maximum impact in their field. These guidelines, along with stories, tips, and success secrets from those who have successfully made the transition to high-profile thought leader, allow readers to create a long-term plan and start putting it into … [More]
100 Club of Arizona
“This year’s Tribute to Heroes will be different,” says 100 Club of Arizona executive director Sharon Knutson-Felix, noting that in 2013 “we lost 22 officers and firefighters in the line of duty.” The Tribute is one of the organization’s two major fundraisers, supporting its efforts to “stand behind the men and women who stand behind the badge.” The event March 7th at the … [More]
Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council
The Girl Scout Cookie Sale is in full swing now, running from Jan. 27 to March 9, and Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council is running it all as direct sales — eliminating the pre-sale stage of previous years. Evidenced by the experience of other councils, eliminating pre-sales and doing direct sales only is expected to increase sales by about 15 percent, according to Heather … [More]
Feedback: February 2014
Question: What was the one thing about your initial concept or product that made franchising a good option? William Brennan Co-founder and CEO Kalologie Sector: Health & Wellness Kalologie is a word that, translated, means “aesthetics.” Our company, Kalologie 360 Spa, focuses on spa services in the aesthetics industry. We offer an array of membership-based spa … [More]
