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Thursday, December 19, 2024Love Your City Awards to Honor Excellence in Equity and Sustainability
NEW ORLEANS (Dec. 19, 2024) – In a year where Louisiana ranked dead last for the second year in a row in the annual “Best States to Live,” a recent New York Times article highlighted New Orleans’ adaptability and resilience as a potential advantage in a changing climate. This spirit of resilience is exemplified by the work of organizations driving sustainability and innovation across the region. Over the past twelve years, Love Your City has celebrated more than 160 such change-making organizations for
Tuesday, December 03, 2024Annual Improv Gala Highlights Best of New Orleans Culture, Food & Music
The 7th Annual Improvisations Gala, presented by The Herb Alpert Foundation, will take place from 7-11 pm, Saturday, December 7, encompassing the entire 400 block of Esplanade where the New Orleans Jazz Museum is located.Heralded as “the best party of the year”, the spectacular evening will feature an incredible array of performers, exquisite local cuisine, craft cocktails, immersive exhibits, and light installations that will bring the 2024 theme, Aquatic Gardens, to life. Grammy-nominated Afro-Cuban funk
Friday, October 25, 2024Shaping Service Excellence with a Fresh Approach to Client Onboarding
In the fiercely competitive arena of service-based businesses, your first encounter with a client can make or break your relationship. Consider the onboarding process as your company’s handshake—a gesture where professionalism meets genuine service. An efficient onboarding process not only impresses clients from the onset but is a powerful catalyst for long-term satisfaction and trust. For businesses striving to transform potential complications into seamless introductions, the secret lies in a
Thursday, April 04, 2024Build a Business Doing What You Love Using These Tips
Embarking on the journey of transforming a hobby into a thriving business venture requires strategic planning, dedication, and a flair for innovation. This transition from a leisure activity to a commercial enterprise involves identifying unique aspects of your offering, honing essential skills, developing a keen understanding of market dynamics, and crafting a compelling business plan. In this article, we discuss actionable steps to navigate this exciting transformation.Carve Out a Niche In a
Wednesday, January 17, 2024Forge Ahead: The Small Business Guide to Emergency Readiness
In the realm of small businesses, the unexpected looms as an inevitable tide. The difference between those who flourish and those who flounder lies in the strength of their emergency preparedness. This article serves as a blueprint to steer your business through tempestuous times with a methodical approach to crisis management.Identifying and Assessing Threats Every business must start by painting a clear picture of what could go wrong. Pinpointing these threats involves a deep dive into the
Tuesday, July 25, 2023Build a Roadmap to Your Dream Career
A professional development plan is a powerful tool for guiding your career trajectory and achieving your goals. It's a roadmap that helps you understand where you are, where you want to go, and how to get there. This short guide will walk you through the steps of creating an effective professional development plan that aligns with your career aspirations.Set Specific, Attainable Goals The first step in creating a professional development plan is defining your career goals. What do you want to achieve in
