When you’re building a career in the construction industry, the tools you use have a large impact on your overall success. From cranes and bulldozers to power drills and rollers, every machine in your arsenal gets your team one step closer to a project’s ideal completion. So, to best maximize your efficiency, it’s vital that you consider adding a mini excavator to that list as well. These pieces of equipment come with a series of advantages, each more important to your business than the last. … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Using a Mini Excavator in Construction
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Waiting for the First Pitch
Baseball fans from around the state and beyond, along with the Phoenix area’s 10 baseball facilities, continue to wait for word on when Major League Baseball’s spring training may begin. The Cactus League was scheduled to start Feb. 26, and organizers are standing by expecting to hear “Play ball!” sometime this month for the 15 teams that call Arizona their spring training home. Currently, Surprise Stadium has tickets on sale for games from March 8 to March 26. "Surprise Stadium is ready to … [Read more...] about Waiting for the First Pitch
Sole Sister
Paula Sedillo Wise’s volunteer work with Tennies for Tots is a labor of love that has sprinted across Central and Northern Arizona. The program brings shoes to 3,000 children at 35 Headstart centers in Yavapai and Coconino counties as well as on the Navajo and Hopi reservations. Some days, she delivers hundreds of pairs and “the kids are thrilled,” she says. Sedillo grew up in Flagstaff, where her parents instilled in her the importance of helping others. That was reinforced in her for the … [Read more...] about Sole Sister
Strategies for Implementing Safety Compliance
Implementing safety compliance is easier said than done. Although you can write everything down and create policies, you must work with your employees to prioritize the rules. If you’re interested, then look at these strategies for implementing safety compliance! Provide an Effective Training Program Providing your employees with an effective training program is a starting point for implementing safety compliance at your workplace. In many cases, you must stay on top of OSHA requirements and … [Read more...] about Strategies for Implementing Safety Compliance
A Beginner’s Guide to Green Manufacturing for All Businesses
Manufacturing is a critical pillar of the economy, and it's important to make sure that this sector is sustainable. Unfortunately, many traditional manufacturing processes are harmful to the environment; other than being non-sustainable, these processes may cause irreparable damage to the environment. Luckily, green alternatives are now helping manufacturing industries run in an eco-friendly way. In this beginner's guide to green manufacturing, we'll explore some of the most popular green … [Read more...] about A Beginner’s Guide to Green Manufacturing for All Businesses
Best Navigation Tools for Commercial Truck Drivers
Commercial truck drivers must plan an efficient route when gearing up for their next trip. But they must do this with a powerful GPS that can provide accurate updates, routes, and more. Most truck drivers utilize wayfinding apps that other motorists don’t need or have access to. Let’s discuss the best navigation tools for commercial truck drivers so that you know how to successfully navigate your way to the next delivery. CoPilot GPS CoPilot GPS is a mobile navigation app perfect for … [Read more...] about Best Navigation Tools for Commercial Truck Drivers
5 Ways To Make Your Small Business Look More Professional
Is your small business currently as bare-bones as it gets? If so, you should know there are many simple ways to make it look livelier and more polished. The more professional you can make your business look, the more customers will trust you. You're brand-new, and customers have no way of gauging your effectiveness beyond how professional your company seems. That's why it's imperative to nail the first impression customers get of your business. Read on to discover five ways to make your small … [Read more...] about 5 Ways To Make Your Small Business Look More Professional
How To Increase Diversity in Your Company
Diversity is an important topic. A company with a diverse workforce is likely to be seen as more progressive and open-minded. Opening your business to a diverse range of employees makes your company more inclusive, equitable, and it will lead to more creativity and better problem-solving. Here are some tips on how to increase diversity in your company. Make It a Priority Diversity must be a priority in your company. If the CEO and other executives are not committed to the goal, it won't be … [Read more...] about How To Increase Diversity in Your Company
Cowgirls and Fairies Boutique Offers Whimsical, Western Experience
Citing that Williams is a “cute little town where everyone has your back,” musician and entrepreneur April White is about to open her newest highly curated business adventure, Cowgirls & Fairies. Located downtown, Cowgirls & Fairies is an eclectic women’s boutique that White refers to as whimsical and experiential, bringing big city shopping to a small town. “I will be offering a creative combination of luxury and rugged feminine Boho chic, desert cowgirl dresses, Western designer … [Read more...] about Cowgirls and Fairies Boutique Offers Whimsical, Western Experience
Gabriela’s Taco Shop Serves Travelers, Locals Authentic Mexican Food
With culinary generational ties originating from her hometown of Chihuahua, Mexico, Gabriela’s Taco Shop owner Gabriela Goodman learned early in life that hard work is the key to success. As a single mother of six, Gabriela’s business began with selling burritos door-to-door in her Camp Verde neighborhood on Hollamon Street. “As sales grew, we then opened a tiny restaurant in our home and my mom, my sister, some friends and all six of my children helped with the business,” said Goldman, who … [Read more...] about Gabriela’s Taco Shop Serves Travelers, Locals Authentic Mexican Food