Faces of Palm Desert with Adam Encinas
You work hard. You get things done. But at the end of the day, it’s important to cast off all the stress of work and find some peace and calm in the midst of it all. Here in Palm Desert, we are lucky enough to have plenty of wellness destinations right here in our own […]
3 Tips to Guarantee More Productive Meetings
Meetings can be great – if they can accomplish your objectives. Often, however, meetings can be an exercise in wasting time. Some people pay more attention to their phones than the speaker, and others are ill-prepared to contribute anything useful. Some show up late, others too early. Topics veer off on a tangent. Certain people […]
Faces of Palm Desert with Marissa Katrin Maldonado
“Good marketing makes the company look smart. Great marketing makes the customer feel smart”, Joe Chernov, author and entrepreneur. Marketing is crucial to any business because it helps you sell your products or services. Your current customers should always be your main priority, but your marketing efforts will help you grow. As we focus on marketing, it was […]
Faces of Palm Desert with Laura and Roberto Balestrini
This month, we were excited to sit down with Laura and Roberto Balestrini and learn about American FootGolf League (AFGL). Founded in 2011, the American FootGolf League is the U.S. exclusive member of the Federation for International FootGolf (FIFG) and governing body for the sport of FootGolf in the United States of America since July 2012. […]
Boost Business Growth with a Virtual Office
When you first launch your business, your main concern is to get the ball rolling. Depending on what type of business you do, you may need to meet with clients or suppliers now and then. If this is the case, you need to be sure you are always presenting a professional appearance, but the extra […]
Small Business Trends for 2019
Here’s hoping that 2018 has been a year of prosperity and growth for you and your business! Looking back on the year that was, many business owners take time to evaluate performance: What processes and ideas have worked well? Which of those need some help? What are the areas of opportunity for the coming year? […]
Top Health & Fitness Trends for 2019
This year it seemed like everything revolved around wellness. From talk about workplace wellness, mental health, and new workout disciplines, 2018 marked an interesting year for those mindful of their well being and their fitness. With 2018 quickly coming to an end, people are starting to think about the upcoming year and their new year’s […]
Think Local and thrive: the importance of supporting local businesses in Palm Desert
There are so many reasons to support local businesses and in a tightly-knit community like Palm Desert, supporting the local economy means that we all win. In these uncertain times, many people turn to local businesses when they are feeling cautious about their finances, preferring to give their money to people they know and trust […]
The importance of giving to end the year: Why we chose Full of Grace Community
As the year-end approaches, many small business owners are looking for a way to give back to their community in a charitable way. Some companies choose big charities like cancer research, others choose small community-driven initiatives that are close to their hearts. Either way, helping people in need during the holidays is always a great […]
Smart Office Downsizing Strategies
If you find your office a little less populated in recent months, you’re not alone. Many businesses today are finding value in outsourcing, automation, and remote working, reducing the need for a costly office lease and all the other expenses that go with it. But what should you do if you find yourself wandering those […]
