Everyone Has a Plan Until They Get Punched in the Face

Written by Jason Haines “Everyone has a plan ‘till they get punched in the mouth.” -Mike Tyson Growing up there are many ups-and-downs that are unexpected in life, and it sometimes is difficult to navigate but somehow, we manage. Sad thing is once we hit adulthood, we find that it is no different and we must all be able to make the proper adjustments so that we can make the best life possible.  Then we find out the same is true at every step in our life, regardless of the plans that we make, and we will

Texas Holdem Tournament next Saturday Oct 23rd at 3PM. Charity event cash prizes for top finishers

 Last chance to register for next Saturday’s Texas Hold-em Tournament.My friend from College Bound is sponsoring a Texas Hold-em Tournament Charity event on Saturday afternoon October 23rd at 3PM in East Mesa AZ. Cash Prizes for top finishers.First 50 to register can play.Click link below for more information and to register. https://bit.ly/39ARFgDCollege Bound AZ is a nonprofit community resource that shares the journey to college with aspiring under-represented students through mentorship, guidance, and

Teen Safety Workshop

We Love Gilbert! We love living here and now we get a chance to help this wonderful community. We are super excited to be partnering with the Gilbert Parks and Recreation Department and have our first class scheduled with them! We're offereing this class geared toward teen safety. Join us on November 3rd at 4:00, at the Southeast Regional Library for a Teen Safety Workshop.  The corner of Greenfield and Guadalupe) This class includes topics like... Situational Awareness, Self-defense, Cyber-Bullying,

Texas Hold'em Tournament Charity Event

Texas Hold-em Tournament for a great cause.My friend from College Bound is sponsoring a Texas Holdem Tournament Charity event in Mesa on Saturday afternoon October 23rd at 3PM.    First 50 to register can play. Click link below for more information and to register. https://bit.ly/39ARFgDCollege Bound AZ is a nonprofit community resource that shares the journey to college with aspiring under-represented students through mentorship, guidance, and support resources for their advancement to a better future

How Can the Use of A3 Documentation Help Your Organization

Written by Jason Haines “Operations keeps the lights on, strategy provides light at the end of the tunnel, but project management is the train engine that moves the organization forward.” -Joy Gumz How often do we start projects and they either fizzle out, disappear, everyone loses focus, or we just have no idea what was accomplished at the end? There are many projects at work, and in our personal lives, that we begin with a lot of determination that then become a second thought. We don’t achieve the goal

Lack of Training, Zero Standard Work, Bad Leadership, No Clear Goals, and Non-Existent Communication

Written by Jason Haines “The aim of leadership should be to improve the performance of man and machine, to improve quality, to increase output, and to simultaneously to bring pride of workmanship to people. Put in a negative way, the aim of leadership is not merely to find and record failures of men, but to remove the causes of failure: to help people to do a better job with less effort.” -W. Edwards Deming Most people I have met want to do a good job and not disappoint when walking into a new job. So why

Banner|Aetna Adds Scott Nordlund to its Board of Directors

Banner|Aetna, a joint venture owned by Banner Health and Aetna/CVS, today announced the addition of Scott Nordlund to its board of directors.Nordlund is the Chief Strategy & Growth Officer at Banner Health, where he sets the strategic direction for the 30-hospital, $10.4 billion healthcare system serving patients and communities across six states. He has also held senior executive leadership roles for other large regional and national health systems including Dignity Health, Select Medical and Trinity

Employee Shortages and Other Problems: Part Two, Lean Tools, Kinda

Written by Jason Haines “Continuous improvement is not about the things you do well-that’s work. Continuous improvement is about removing the things that get in the way of your work. The headaches, the things that slow you down, that’s what continuous improvement is all about.” -Bruce Hamilton I want to start this article out by saying I am not going to tell you how to use the Lean tools and what situation to use them. My goal is to call attention to how they can help in the areas that many of us are

Personal Safety for Real Estate Professionals

Hello, We're offering a course geared towards how Real Estate Professionals can protect themselves while working.  In this fast paced class, I will give you tips to avoid and tools to escape a violent situation.   You will leave with a solid foundation of personal safety options, when working in a dangerous profession.  Topics included:Situational Awareness, which helps recognize potential threats.How to check for signs of illeagal activity or intruders at vacant properties. Unarmed Self-Defense,

Free Event - Employee Retention Credit

Please join us and share the word about the event coming up on Thursday, Sept. 23rd, at 12:30 pm. CLICK HERE TO REGISTERWhy is the EMPLOYEE RETENTION CREDIT important for your business?Updated legislation under the CARES Act was signed on December 27th, 2020 that significantly affected the ERC and may have changes that could greatly impact your company’s bottom line.Under the prior legislation, there were certain limitations for business owners when trying to claim the credit.New legislation was recently

Non-Profits Seeking Volunteers for National Make a Difference Day

Local non-profits are seeking volunteers for a variety of projects in October with a focus on Make a Difference Day! National Make a Difference Day is October 23rd and Gilbert is asking the community to get out and get involved.  There are volunteer opportunities available in Gilbert throughout the month of October with activities that range from hosting a donation drive for domestic violence survivors to picking up trash at a local elementary school, donating blood and much more. I would encourage you to

Banner|Aetna to enter the Affordable Care Act (ACA) individual insurance exchange marketplace in Arizona for January 1, 2022

Banner|Aetna to enter the Affordable Care Act (ACA) individual insurance exchange marketplace in Arizona for January 1, 2022Plans combine the resources of Aetna, a CVS Health company, and the expertise of Arizona’s premier health system.August 4, 2021 – Banner|Aetna, a joint venture owned by Banner Health and Aetna/CVS, will offer health insurance plans to residents of Maricopa, Pinal and Pima counties through Arizona’s individual marketplace (also known as the Exchange) effective January 1, 2022.

United Food Bank - Cheesecake Factory Annual Slice Campaign

The Cheesecake Factory will be celebrating National Cheesecake Day by donating $1 to Feeding America for every slice of cheesecake sold on July 30. For every slice of the new Coconut Cream Pie Cheesecake sold from July 31, 2021, through July 30, 2022, they will donate $0.25 to Feeding America.  

Meet Chris Spear Owner of Traction Point

Video File Link Address https://youtu.be/m9Fa42qeWrsBusiness Name *Traction PointWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.traction-point.com Who is the owner/manager? Chris SpearHow many years have you been in business? 3What product or service do you offer? *I help entrepreneurs implement the Entrepreneurial Operating System so they can Build a Better Business and Live a Better Life!What makes your business different, competitive, or unique? *Let's talk! I will give your leadership team 90 minutes! I'll

ARIZONA@WORK Business Services Program

SRP's 'Bring Your Own Thermostat' Program Provides a Way for Customers to Save Money and Energy on Summer Bills

  WHAT:Salt River Project is offering customers a way to save up to $150 on their summer energy bill. By enrolling in SRP’s Bring Your Own Thermostat (BYOT) program, customers are rewarded for using less energy when others are using more.   The BYOT program incentivizes customers for participating in brief demand response energy conservation events, where slight temperature increases on their thermostats help alleviate energy demand on SRP’s grid during high-usage periods of the day. There are no

Meet Yvonne King Realtor at Libertas Real Estate

Business Name *Yvonne King Realtor at Libertas Real EstateWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.yvonneking.com Who is the owner/manager? Yvonne KingHow many years have you been in business? 19What product or service do you offer? *I represent buyers and sellers in the Real Estate Market, helping and advising them thru the whole process. As a seasoned real estate professional, I understand that buying or selling a home is more than just a transaction: it’s a life-changing experience. That’s why I am

Meet Pete Schnepp owner of Envision Painting & Roof Coatings

Business Name *Envision Painting & Roof CoatingsWebsite or Social Media Link *https://www.facebook.com/EnvisionPaintingAZ Who is the owner/manager? Pete SchneppHow many years have you been in business? 14What product or service do you offer? *Interior & Exterior Painting Services for Homes, Commercial Buildings and HOA CommunitiesWhat makes your business different, competitive, or unique? *We have discovered THE SECRET of running a successful service business! There are 2 ingredients - 1) Do Good Work & 2)

Kirtan, Cacao Ceremony, & Sound Healing

Cacao Ceremony With Crystal Valentina and Nicole Anne Yoga Radicle Sana in Mesa, AZ Cacao Ceremony~ Dates: June 12th, August 14th, October 9th, & December 11th.Join us in sacred circle, honoring the cacao spirit, and humbly asking for our intentions to be heard. We serve the cacao in liquid form, and drink together in commUniTea One of the main active ingredients is Theobromine. Theo-broma literally translates as God-Food, and potentiates the release of dopamine, the ‘pleasure’ hormone. This, alongside

Gilbert Adult Learning Program

Looking for construction Loans

Looking for Construction loans?  We entertain both manufacture and site build construction loans.  Feel free to contact me with any questions. click below for more information.MORE INFO

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway airport Welcomes Sun Country Airlines!

Welcome Sun Country Airlines!Sun Country Airlines has announced a new nonstop service between Gateway Airport and Minneapolis, Minnesota (MSP)! The service will begin November 24th with flights four times per week on Sunday, Monday, Thursday, and Friday.Introductory fares are as low as $79 one-way, so get your vacation on and book now!  BOOK NOW   

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Rally Back In 2021!

OR follow the link below to apply/ nominate a business:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSehehvFFoG7yLzidsw-nddt-1MEfxQUHfRK6GD81WuQN-n7vw/viewform   

Meet Jason Geroux | Designated Broker & Owner of 4:10 Real Estate

Business Name *4:10 Real EstateWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.4tenrealestate.com Who is the owner/manager? Jason GerouxHow many years have you been in business? 2What product or service do you offer? *Full-Service Residential Real Estate & Property ManagementWhat makes your business different, competitive, or unique? *We are committed to loving our clients through real estate. This is done through a focus on stewardship, transparency, and integrity. There are a lot of discount brokerages out there

Meet Emily Staples, Owner of FASTSIGNS of Gilbert

Business Name *FASTSIGNS of GilbertWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.fastsigns.com/2195 Who is the owner/manager?Emily StaplesHow many years have you been in business? 3What product or service do you offer? *signs (both non-electrical and electrical), graphics, banners, flags, vehicle graphics, vehicle wraps, ADA signage, compliance signs, dimensional letters, dimensional signage, ready to apply lettering, decals and labels, exhibits, trade show and other displays, digital imaging, printing

Meet Chris Woodard, President | Owner of Woodard Construction, LLC

Business Name *Woodard Construction, LLCWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.woodardconstruction.com Who is the owner/manager? Chris WoodardHow many years have you been in business? 16What product or service do you offer? *Residential and Commercial construction services, which include custom home design and construction, interior remodeling, and additions. The Commercial division oversees tenant improvement projects, build-outs, and commercial development for new construction for retail spaces to

Meet Brian Schemp | Owner of Spyder Auto Glass

Business Name *Spyder Auto GlassWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.facebook.com/spyderautoglassWho is the owner/manager?Brian SchempHow many years have you been in business?5What product or service do you offer? *Windshield replacement, windshield repair, tinting, all car glass, detailing/waxing.What makes your business different, competitive, or unique? *What makes us different at Spyder is having an owner who not only knows the industry, but appreciates what good materials and a good installation

Meet Sharon Kelley | CEO of Beyond the Entry, PLLC

Business Name *Beyond the Entry, PLLCWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.beyondtheentry.comWho is the owner/manager?Sharon J Kelley, CPAHow many years have you been in business?Less than 1 yearWhat product or service do you offer? * Beyond the Entry offers local and virtual accounting services. "We do accounting, so you can do business." We understand that not one size fits. Whether you are a sole proprietor, partnership or a corporation, we have a package that will fit. Our services range from

Meet Drs. Jennifer and Stephanie Rozenhart | Owners of Rozenhart Family Chiropractic

Business Name *Rozenhart Family ChiropracticWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.RozenhartChiro.com Who is the owner/manager? Drs. Jennifer and Stephanie RozenhartHow many years have you been in business? 23What product or service do you offer? *We provide corrective chiropractic care for families. We help people with back pain, neck pain, posture-related problems, headaches, sleep issues, leg pain, shoulder pain, stress management, and pain related to pregnancy. What makes your business different,

Meet Karen Monique | Chief Love Officer & Lifestyle Coach with SparkOffline.com, LLC

Business Name *Spark Match, LLCWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.sparkoffline.com Who is the owner/manager? Karen MoniqueHow many years have you been in business? <1What product or service do you offer? *Matchmaking & Dating Coach No Apps or Swiping | Offline At Spark Match, our goal is to Ignite the Spark back into Dating 100% Offline. We encourage meaningful connections because relationships matter so does love. Spark Match eases the anxiety and time that comes along with being

Meet Christie Boutain, Vice President | Commercial Loan Officer with Meadows Bank

Business Name *Meadows BankWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.meadowsbank.bank Who is the owner/manager? Arvind Menon, CEO | PresidentHow many years have you been in business? 12What product or service do you offer? *Business Banking Meadows Bank is a full-service community bank committed to valued partnerships with our clients. Our relationship-based approach to banking focuses on making decisions locally, close to our clients. The bank offers a full suite of lending and deposit products and

Meet Linda Abramov | Vice President of A-Z Multilingual Interpreters, Inc.

Business Name *A-Z Multilingual Interpreters, Inc.Website or Social Media Link *http://www.azinterpreters.com Who is the owner/manager? Linda AbramovHow many years have you been in business? 9.5 yearsWhat product or service do you offer? *Medical and Non-Medical Interpretation Document Translation NotaryWhat makes your business different, competitive, or unique? *What sets us apart is that all of our interpreters are tested in said language and are all qualified/certified. What is the nicest thing a

Meet Kim Morton | Senior Wealth Advisor with Bridge Financial Strategies

Business Name *Bridge Financial StrategiesWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.bridgefinancialstrategies.com Who is the owner/manager? Julie KernHow many years have you been in business? 11What product or service do you offer? *We help our clients enhance their quality of life by getting their entire financial house in order and keeping it that way. We offer discipline through comprehensive financial strategies to target the highest probability of success in reaching your financial goals so you can

Gilbert IT Consulting Firm Announces National Merger of 3 Leading Managed Services Providers

FullScope IT Announces National Merger of 3 Leading Managed Services ProvidersMerged firm will have locations in the Northeast,  Mid-Atlantic, South and SouthwestThree Managed IT Services companies have joined together to provide client IT services on a national scale from offices in four states stretching from the Northeast to the Southwest. The FullScope IT team in Annapolis, MD and Fredericksburg, VA, is merging with The I.T. Workshop with locations in the metro Phoenix, AZ area and Kincaid Network

Sonoran Living feature!

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Arizona Heath and Living Magazine

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Nicole Anne Yoga on Sonoran Living ~

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Yoga helps heal business owner and clients

https://issuu.com/timespub/docs/stsn_04.06.19/30

Conversations with the Inspiring Nicole Anne Fonovich, M.Ed., R.Y.T

http://voyagephoenix.com/interview/conversations-inspiring-nicole-anne-fonovich-m-ed-r-y-t/

Never Give Up: How Nicole Fonovich Turned a Life of Pain into a Personal Revolution

http://www.blog.swiha.edu/never-give-up-how-nicole-fonovich-turned-a-life-of-pain-into-a-personal-revolution?utm_content=71999319&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook