While dating apps and social media have revolutionized how we find love, traditional methods of meeting partners - weddings, bars, and chance encounters at coffee shops – are still common. The workplace, however, occupies an ambiguous space in the dating landscape. With the shift to remote work in recent years, office romances became less visible, but as companies usher … [More]
Arizona Named among the Best States in America for Entrepreneurial Success
A new study has revealed the best states in America for entrepreneurial success, with Oregon taking the top spot and Arizona coming in tenth. Digital marketing site DesignRush analyzed data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics to find the change in the number of business establishments per state between September 2022 and September 2023. The states with the greatest … [More]
Understanding the Three V’s of Business Leadership: Vision, Variety and Vitality
As a leader, understanding your own leadership style is essential for success in your business. To stay relevant, innovate and grow your business, as a leader, it takes dedication to self-reflection, analyzing your Whys, looking at your own competencies and all the ways you are adaptable for sustaining your particular type of work. A powerful way to self-reflect is through the … [More]
Their Take: Merit Selection – A Respected Arizona System of Judge Selection Worth Preserving
Fed up with a system that featured campaigns for judicial office that included yard signs and bumper stickers, that forced judges to seek campaign contributions from lawyers and parties who would be appearing before them, and that produced judges who occasionally delegated decision-making to their judicial assistants, Arizona voters decided nearly a half century ago to choose a … [More]
Conducting a Mid-Year Financial Health Checkup
As we find ourselves midway through the year, it's a great moment to take stock of our financial journey so far and recalibrate for the months ahead. This is the time when many of us pause to review our progress, tweak our plans, and realign our aspirations to ensure a successful year's end. Take a moment to acknowledge your achievements thus far, rectify any missteps, and … [More]
The Best States to Work from Home Are Tallied, See Where Arizona Ranks
New research has revealed the best states to work from home, with Virginia coming out on top and Arizona taking the third spot on the list. The study by ergonomic furniture brand Desky analyzed data on internet speeds, electricity costs per kilowatt-hour, and remote job vacancies in each US state to determine which states are best for working from home. It found … [More]
See Where Arizona Ranks for States Most Worried About Their Finances
New data reveals the states that are the most stressed about their finances, with Arizona coming fifth. Online lender CreditNinja analyzed average monthly search volumes over the past 12 months to discover the states searching the most for terms related to money and financial issues. The study examined over 200 search terms, including ‘money help’, ‘debt relief’, and … [More]
Arizona Leads the Nation with 62% Surge in Home Insurance Rates over 5 Years
Across the U.S., home insurance rates have risen 37.8% since 2019. A significant portion of this increase is likely due to rising home prices. As home prices spike, so does the cost to insure them. Inflation and its effect on building materials also play a role. Although inflation has started to cool, the cost of building materials remains higher than in 2019, meaning the cost … [More]
Why Video Needs to be Part of Every Social Media Strategy
Do you want to use the power of social media to skyrocket the number of visits to your website, which in turn can lead to an increase in customers? In one month alone, we saw just that for one of our clients at Pratt Marketing Agency. Reach on Facebook increased by 482% Reach on Instagram increased by 680% Reach on TikTok increased by a staggering 842% Engagement … [More]
How Entrepreneurship Uplifts Underserved, Diverse Communities
There is no shortage of stories about how entrepreneurship and innovation can spur economic growth under the right conditions, but another intriguing, and often overlooked, characteristic of entrepreneurship is its ability to uplift underserved, diverse communities. In fact, entrepreneurship not only plays a key role in bringing social issues to the forefront, it often … [More]
May Is Mental Health Awareness Month: Entrepreneurs, This Is Your Sign to Create a Burnout Survival Plan
When you started your business, you may have envisioned yourself launching a hot new product, signing with a dream client, or cutting the ribbon of a new facility. You probably didn’t picture yourself exhausted, overwhelmed, and thinking about throwing in the towel. Nevertheless, nearly all entrepreneurs find themselves in this situation at least once (and often multiple times) … [More]
These Are the 5 Most Popular Searched Jobs in Arizona, Says a New Study
New research has discovered the most sought-after careers in Arizona, with flight attendant taking the top spot. The experts at online courses aggregator Class Central analyzed the average number of monthly Google searches for over 100 different job roles, including terms such as 'how to become a [job role]' and '[job role] salary', to determine the most wanted careers in … [More]
Scottsdale Attorney Celebrates 20 Years of Bringing Sustainability and Renewable Energy to Arizona
Court Rich, Co-Founder of Rose Law Group pc, is celebrating twenty years since joining the firm. Under Court’s guidance, Rose Law Group has become a leading firm for renewable energy and regulatory law in the Southwest. When Court joined in 2004, the firm had just two attorneys. Today, it boasts a team of more than 60. Twenty years ago, as a young attorney, Court took a chance … [More]
How AI Can Support Social Media Marketing Objectives
The role of artificial intelligence (AI) is growing in many industries. That includes social media. The power of AI to harness text, image, audio and video uses introduces opportunities for content creation, data analysis, and more. Along with these benefits comes serious concerns about privacy and safety. As B2B organizations explore opportunities to leverage AI, they … [More]
Their Take: Paul Penzone on Getting Personal with Mental Health
Everyone has a mental health story shaped by their own experiences. Perhaps you can pinpoint a moment, a shift – a time when you were struggling. I’m sharing a part of my story in hopes of breaking the stigma surrounding mental health. The more we talk about it, the more we normalize it, and more people will feel empowered to get the help they need. As a cop in my … [More]
Fired for Protesting? H.R. Expert Discusses Your Right to Rally on the Job
Google recently fired 50 employees following their in-office protest of the tech giant’s contract with Israel. Meanwhile, college staff across the country have faced arrest, dismissal, and even campus bans due to their involvement in pro-Palestine protests. The situation has raised tricky H.R. questions for employers nationwide: At what point is activism grounds for … [More]
Nearly 2 Out of 3 Small Business Employees Say AI Can Increase/Retain Headcount
Despite the headlines touting AI as human replacement, most small business owners and employees surveyed by Cox Business view the technology as a tool to strengthen and grow their teams. Fifty-two percent of small business owners said AI enables them to increase or retain employees, and 65% of small business employees said the same. Enhancing customer experience … [More]
Three Ways to Support Moms in the Workplace
Mothers are incredible, and that's why we joyously celebrate them each Mother's Day. Yet, when it comes to supporting mothers in the workplace, we have room for improvement. A recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences highlights that new mothers often face penalties for prioritizing caretaking responsibilities, contributing to what's known as … [More]
