The Tempe Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the launch of their refreshed logo and updated mission statement as part of the evolution of the organization’s new brand. The Chamber has grown and evolved over the years, and most recently launched a new website and member management technology. Keeping in line with the forward momentum, they have refreshed their logo to … [More]
Why Is LinkedIn Such a Valuable Sales Tool for Prospecting Leads?
I have been sales prospecting for leads since I was knee-high to a duck. From an early age, I was always networking, pitching, etc. I like to think it was my father’s influence in car sales that had something to do with that! It wasn’t a surprise when I began my own career in sales, but I wanted to be different. I wanted to do something that no one else in my industry was … [More]
Will Skipping Sleep Cost You?
Most of us first try skipping sleep in order to meet a deadline. “Pulling an all-nighter” is a time-honored test of a teenager’s steely resolve to procrastinate on studying for a test, finishing a research paper or writing a lab report. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t. One thing is for certain: A long nap ends up on the docket for the next day. For adults in the … [More]
Liability Insurance: What Is It and Who Needs It?
We have all heard the words “Insurance” and “Liability,” maybe even “Property and Casualty,” but what does it all mean to business owners? Investopedia says it well: “Liability Insurance is any insurance policy that protects an individual or business from the risk that they may be sued and held legally liable for something such as malpractice, injury, or … [More]
Legislative Efforts Promote FinTech in Arizona
Arizona’s leadership in financial technology (FinTech) is becoming increasingly apparent. In March, Arizona became the first state to enact a regulatory “sandbox” under HB2434 that allows emerging companies in FinTech, blockchain and cryptocurrency to grow their respective innovations without stringent regulations. This sandbox grants these types of businesses the opportunity … [More]
Time for an HR Check-Up! Invest Time in Evaluating Your Technology
According to a 2016 Global Human Resources Information Services study by Mercer, HR departments’ human resource information systems (HRIS) are antiquated, disparate and redundant — something the human resources professionals in your business have probably been trying to tell you. So how do HR professionals choose and implement newer and better systems to do the work of the … [More]
Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office – and Other Lies You’ve Been Told About Leadership
As a young professional who worked diligently to quickly move up the ranks, I learned much about leadership with the fast-forward button firmly pressed. I often say that while experience is life’s hardest teacher, it is definitely the most effective. When I reflect upon some of the advice and life lessons I collected along the way, I realize that there are a quite a few lies we … [More]
Improved Hiring, Better Retention, Happier Healthier Employees … and You Just Saved Money
“The doctor can see you now.” These words have taken on a significant change in meaning with the advent of telemedicine. While telemedicine has been present for more than 20 years in some capacity, it has only been in the last five years that telemedicine has gained attention on the healthcare delivery stage. For those of you who have experienced telemedicine as a patient, … [More]
