This is the second part of my story about trying to make legislative changes to state law. Last month, I wrote about the issue of a small business renting some retail or office space. If that business wants to build any interior walls, an architect must draw up the plans. Why? State law. This is costly in time and money. So, to help small businesses, I had our state representative, Brenda Barton, introduce a bill to make an exception to the architect requirement for tenant space with no … [Read more...] about Lessons Learned from the State Legislature
“Ask the CEO” Should the Founders be Fired?
The majority of my CEO positions involved being brought on board to help the founders once they had accepted venture capital funding. It was commonly referred to as Adult Supervision. Once, while being interviewed by a founder for the CEO role, I was asked, “Do you not like founders?” He asked that question because he had done some research and discovered that in the majority of cases, when I took over as CEO, the founders either resigned or were terminated. My best friend happens to be … [Read more...] about “Ask the CEO” Should the Founders be Fired?
Exploring Extended Wear Hearing Aids
Have you seen the ads about the extended wear hearing aids? One of my patients asked me to discuss them in my next month’s column, so here we go! The name of the extended wear hearing aid is Lyric3. The company that initially invented the product was recently purchased by the company Phonak. Now, Phonak is investing in the development of this hearing aid that can be worn full-time without the need to take it out even when you sleep! What Does Extended Wear Mean? An extended wear … [Read more...] about Exploring Extended Wear Hearing Aids
ILLUMINATE Film Festival
ILLUMINATE's conscious film festival, June 1-5, will feature world premiere films, sneak peeks and newly added focuses on family film, episodic television and web content, and a line-up of films under the theme, Social Issues, Conscious Solutions. The world premiere of Mantra - Sounds Into Silence will be followed by a live concert with world-renowned Kirtan artist Jai Uttal. Don't miss it! Visitilluminatefilmfestival.com … [Read more...] about ILLUMINATE Film Festival
If You Like Hugging Trees, You Might Want to Hug a Visitor
Did you know that Flagstaff welcomes nearly five million visitors annually? And, those five million visitors have an economic impact of nearly $600,000,000 on our local economy. Every time you and your family play in a city park, walk past a colorful mural in downtown or enjoy a new local restaurant, you are benefiting from dollars spent by visitors to our community. In fact, 2.3 million annual tax dollars collected directly from tourism is spent keeping our outdoor spaces and recreation … [Read more...] about If You Like Hugging Trees, You Might Want to Hug a Visitor
Tips for Stress Awareness Month
April is Stress Awareness Month. Everyone experiences stress from time to time and it can come from work, family, relationships and many other sources. If stress isn’t handled correctly, it can be a real burden on everyday life. If not careful, stress can build up to the point of causing fatigue, insomnia and even illness. The key in handling stress is being able to recognize when it is creeping up, and implement methods to relieve that stress or harness it to your advantage. Try these practices … [Read more...] about Tips for Stress Awareness Month
Garden Your Way to a Healthy Heart and Strong Body
The warmer-than-normal winter and spring weather is beckoning us outdoors. April means gardening season is just around the corner. The spring bulbs have made their way through the winter leaves and traces of snow. The vegetable gardens are begging to be tilled and raked and planted. Avid and casual gardeners are anxious to get their hands dirty and gardens green and alive. When I’m not caring for surgical patients, I’m busy planting, tending and harvesting my 4,900 square-foot garden, followed … [Read more...] about Garden Your Way to a Healthy Heart and Strong Body
CCC’s Palette to Palate Offering Food, Entertainment, Art
The 14th Annual Coconino Community College Palette to Palate gala fundraising event with food from local restaurants, artwork for auction and dance performances is set for 5:30 p.m. Friday, April 29. This year’s signature artwork is "Apple" by Fine Arts student Rodylan Cooley. He describes the piece as "a celebration of life." Palette to Palate is hosted by the CCC Foundation to support the Fine Arts Department with student scholarships, equipment and travel. It’s made possible through the … [Read more...] about CCC’s Palette to Palate Offering Food, Entertainment, Art
Goodwill’s Business Services Division – Making Workplace Connections
As part of its mission to “Put People to Work,” Goodwill Industries of Northern Arizona cultivates partnerships with employers throughout our region. Our goal is not only to help job seekers find employment, but to assist local businesses and organizations by providing them with customized talent solutions that add value to their bottom line. Our range of services include: Recruitment Pre-screening Hiring Fairs Essential “soft skills” training Workforce readiness workshops … [Read more...] about Goodwill’s Business Services Division – Making Workplace Connections
You Don’t Have to Live with Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain is a common condition physical therapists address and treat. When you have shoulder pain, it can affect your everyday life, including simple things like your ability to take a cup of coffee out of the microwave or wash your hair. Shoulder pain can also affect your sleep quality due to pain and discomfort from sleeping on your side. Common causes of shoulder pain include bone spurs and arthritis, bursitis or inflammation and tears in the muscles and tendons of the … [Read more...] about You Don’t Have to Live with Shoulder Pain