Promotional products, otherwise known as merch or swag, are a great way to promote your business. These can be any number of items such as pens, shirts, stickers and water bottles, to name a few. The purpose of promotional products is found in its name, they are to promote your business, your cause or your brand. In a general sense, promotional products are any item that has your logo on it that is used to raise awareness of your cause. When choosing an item, it’s important to keep in mind … [Read more...] about Considering the Right Promotional Product for your Brand and Purpose
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Diabetes Self-Management Helps People Feel Empowered, Encouraged, Enlightened
If you have diabetes, you’re not alone. One in 10 Yavapai County residents lives with the condition. “It’s pretty widespread,” said Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) Director of Preventive Medicine and Wellness Andrea Klein, RN, BSN, CDCES, CCRP. “Even with numbers like this, people who have diabetes can feel isolated.” YRMC’s Diabetes Self-Management program helps people living with the condition overcome feelings of isolation. During five weekly sessions, participants … [Read more...] about Diabetes Self-Management Helps People Feel Empowered, Encouraged, Enlightened
Prescott Homeowners Gained Wealth from Home Appreciation
New data from the National Association of Realtors reveals that homeowners in Prescott accumulated more than $200,000 in wealth as their homes appreciated through the last 10 years, banking $60,000 more than the national average in that same category. The data, which was featured prominently in NAR’s new report, Wealth Gains by Income and Racial/Ethnic Group, speaks to the value agents and realtors bring to consumers when helping buy and sell homes that build generational wealth. The press … [Read more...] about Prescott Homeowners Gained Wealth from Home Appreciation
Recognizing the Value of Customer Service
As I onboard individuals at the office, one of our first conversations is about the importance of customer service. I always describe myself as their customer; regardless of their position, I also count them as my customer. In my view, positive work culture and job satisfaction begin and end with mutual respect, and our employees need to know that we as administrators share in that responsibility. When we demonstrate a positive internal customer service environment, our team easily relates … [Read more...] about Recognizing the Value of Customer Service
Now is the Time for Estate Planning
When should one begin to plan their estate? The answer is now. It is never too early in your life or financial journey to plan for a time when you will no longer be in control or around to manage your assets, your estate. What makes up your estate? “An estate is everything comprising the net worth of an individual, including all land and real estate, possessions, financial securities, cash and other assets that the individual owns or has controlling interest in.” Net worth is everything … [Read more...] about Now is the Time for Estate Planning
Why it is Important to Include Security, Fire Specialists in Building Plans
When it comes to building a new home or commercial business, working with All West Fire & Security is essential. They are dedicated to helping you create the most secure and efficient systems that meet all government regulations while still meeting your desired aesthetic. All West Fire & Security specializes in installing fire protection systems, alarms and security surveillance systems—all designed to keep you and your property safe. It is important to connect All West Fire & … [Read more...] about Why it is Important to Include Security, Fire Specialists in Building Plans
Creating a Fresh Salad
I am inspired to share with you that summer is around the corner. It’s time for the new seasonal harvest of crisp and fresh vegetables as well as warm and long summer days. As a culinary specialist, the time of year creates many adventures that excites the palate. Good, fresh food shared with others. Salads are a great way to enjoy all the freshness the season brings. A salad is a dish consisting of mixed, mostly natural ingredients. They are typically served at room temperature or … [Read more...] about Creating a Fresh Salad
Improving, Maintaining Streets Following an Intense Winter
Traffic, road conditions, street maintenance and construction are generally areas of great interest for our citizens. With more than 750 miles of paved surface in the city boundaries, improving and maintaining our streets in Prescott is a year-round job. Keeping traffic flowing smoothly and safely is another priority that requires constant attention and improvement. Spring is here and the city is gearing up for road construction and street maintenance projects. This past winter was very hard … [Read more...] about Improving, Maintaining Streets Following an Intense Winter
Autism Awareness Walk or Roll Event Bringing Activities, Awareness
Autism Awareness Month is a yearly observance held during the month of April. The purpose of this month is to raise awareness and promote understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), a neurodevelopmental condition that affects social communication, behavior and sensory processing. During Autism Awareness Month, individuals, organizations and communities around the world participate in various events and activities. Autism Awareness Month was first observed in April 1970 by the Autism … [Read more...] about Autism Awareness Walk or Roll Event Bringing Activities, Awareness
Testing Babies’ Hearing
In our world of sound and how it contributes to communication, it is important to have every child’s hearing tested at birth and then screened though elementary school age. We learn to communicate during the early years and if there is even the slightest interruption in the auditory signal going to the brain, the outcome can be significant. Research has shown that hearing loss occurs in 1.7 per 1,000 babies. Our primary means of learning speech and language is passively. This means as … [Read more...] about Testing Babies’ Hearing