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Last WordWhat Was Your First Job?

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Sean Worrix Executive DirectorSouthern Nevada Dental Society “My first job was a cashier at Del Taco, it’s amazing to see the contrast from 16 years of age until now. I guess hard work pays off!” Dina Alshami Regional Banking Senior ManagerLas Vegas, Wells Fargo “I started as a gas station cashier after migrating from Jordan in the Middle East. It gave me … [Read more...] about Last Word

CollaborationThe No. 1 Predictor for Successful Change Management

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Time after time, I encounter companies whose best intentions for new system upgrades, revamped strategic direction or new mission implementation are thwarted due to the lack of a sound, end-to-end change management plan. Applicable to organizations across every industry and in every location around the world, successful change management requires both accountable leadership and … [Read more...] about Collaboration

Last WordWhat Is Your Most Prized Possession?

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Ann Silver Chief Executive OfficerThe Reno + Sparks Chamber of Commerce “My grandmother’s strand of pearls that I only wear on special occasions.” Dwayne R. EshenbaughAIA, NCARB, LEED AP Founder & PresidentNOVUS Architecture + Interiors “My most prized possession is my education. While it technically culminated in 1997 with a master’s degree in … [Read more...] about Last Word

Voluntary BenefitsA Possible Solution for Employers and Employees

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For those who may not have valued voluntary benefits prior to the pandemic, there has been a notable paradigm shift. Voluntary benefits are defined for a business as services or goods that an employer offers. These are typically offered at a discounted rate but are paid, either fully or partially, by the employee. They are sometimes also referred to as supplemental insurance or … [Read more...] about Voluntary Benefits

Last WordWhat are your hopes for the New Year?

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Dr. Ali Nairizi Board Certified Interventional Pain Specialist and AnesthesiologistReno-Tahoe Pain Associates and United Pain Urgent Care “I hope the urgent pain care concept will become an accepted and integrated part of our healthcare system. It’s imperative that we address acute injuries upfront to reduce opioid misuse and abuse while removing the stigma associated … [Read more...] about Last Word

Last WordDid 2021 Go the Way you Expected?

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Dr. Ed De Andrade PresidentNevada Dental Association “Back in January, we were already seeing regular visits to the dentist approaching 80 percent of pre-pandemic levels, according to the American Dental Association. My expectation for 2021 was for those rates to further increase, and we’re meeting that goal through doing everything we can to make our patients safe when … [Read more...] about Last Word

Proposed Tobacco Tax LawsHarming Nevada Small Business and Households

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Kenneth Evans is President at Urban Chamber of Commerce Throughout Nevada, our chambers of commerce strive to create a favorable environment for every type of business imaginable. By promoting entrepreneurship, economic development, and job opportunities, we can ensure a better life for every Nevadan and their families. It’s easy to forget that when you boil it down, … [Read more...] about Proposed Tobacco Tax Laws

Last WordWhat Are You Thankful For?

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Sean O’Donnell Executive DirectorFoundation for Recovery “As a person in recovery from addiction, I am thankful for the Nevada businesses making progress to cultivate a workplace culture that supports their employees by becoming a Nevada recovery[1]friendly workplace.” Nicole Willis-Grimes Executive DirectorCommunities in Schools of Western Nevada “I am … [Read more...] about Last Word

Employee Retention Credit

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Rewind back to March 2020, panic swept through Nevada and many business owners were required under a government order to shut their doors and send their employees home. In response, then-President Trump signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) providing two mutually exclusive incentives – the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and the Employee … [Read more...] about Employee Retention Credit

Last WordWhat Are Some Pros and Cons of Social Media?

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Victor Fuchs PresidentHelix Electric of Nevada “Social media is one powerful machine; we enjoy showcasing, not only our projects and partners, but the members of our team. With the ability to reach anyone in the digital space, we continue to thrive with the added component of connectivity social media offers.” Madeline Lapping Assistant Sales ManagerLogical … [Read more...] about Last Word

Last WordWhat Habit Are You Working on Forming?

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Chris Richardson Director Logic Commercial Real EstateCCIM “I’m working on leaving ‘work’ at work. It’s a harder habit to form than I expected because my workplace is the office AND everywhere my phone is.” Angela Giles Online Marketing and Success Coach “[I’m working on] making sure that my communication is on point. When I use empathy as a skill in … [Read more...] about Last Word

Last WordWhat is your Favorite Thing About your Industry?

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Kurt Hoge PresidentReno Type “The printing industry is sometimes considered the underdog tactic in marketing, yet, direct mail is resurging in efficiency because of digital fatigue. That’s what I love: it’s the little engine that always can, always does.” Stacey Lockhart Executive DirectorHopeLink of Southern Nevada “I love that our industry gives us the … [Read more...] about Last Word

Personalized Health GuidanceTo Support Nevada’s Frontline Workers

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Chris Cronin is CEO of MOBE. Michelle Sanchez-Bickley is Chief Human Resources Officer of Renown Health. A year into the pandemic, one thing is clear: employers across the country are being challenged to optimize their health and wellness offerings to suit rapidly changing employee needs. Mental health has become an urgent concern for many, and its ripple effect in the … [Read more...] about Personalized Health Guidance

Last WordWhat do you Look Forward to Most this Summer?

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David Peterson Executive DirectorVisit Carson City “Live music and in-person events! The free, family-friendly Levitt Amp Carson City Music Series at the Brewery Arts Center and the Carson City Downtown Revival Car Show can’t be missed!” Marina Worre Founder & CEOWorre Studios “Since launching, we’ve hosted huge, global events virtually, so this summer I … [Read more...] about Last Word

Last WordWhat is Your Lie You Tell Yourself Most Often?

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Colby Frey Co-Founder and CEOFrey Ranch Distillery “The lie I tell myself most often is that I don’t need another tractor for the farm [and] distillery.” Delani Denton Digital Marketing StrategistAdlava “I can definitely have another coffee; it won’t keep me up.” Michael Kelly Managing PartnerThe Little Vegas Chapel “I have to think that every … [Read more...] about Last Word