Whether you’re a solopreneur grinding away at a hot desk or a startup founder scaling out of a private office, building a network is part of the job. Eventually, you will meet someone whose brain you desperately want to pick. But how do you ask for advice—or even mentorship—without sounding like you are just trying…
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3 Community Habits Driving Career Growth in the Phoenix Business Scene
by Lexa Mackenzie •
f you are trying to grow your career or business in the Valley, you have probably attended your fair share of traditional networking mixers. You hand out business cards, make elevator pitches, and hope for a callback. But as the Phoenix business community evolves, professionals are discovering that the most lucrative opportunities don’t come from…
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Networking for Introverts: How to Build Genuine Connections Without the Small Talk
by Lexa Mackenzie •
Let’s be honest: for many of us, the phrase “professional networking” brings up a distinct sense of dread. It conjures images of stuffy hotel ballrooms, aggressive business card swapping, and the exhausting pressure of forced small talk. If you are looking for advice on how to network as an introvert, the idea of “working a…
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Beyond the Hype: 3 AI Tools and Apps Actually Saving Entrepreneurs Time
by Lexa Mackenzie •
If you’ve spent any time on LinkedIn or tech blogs recently, you’ve probably seen endless posts declaring that the newest software update is going to “revolutionize your workflow.” But when you are running a small business, managing a remote team, or just trying to hit your Friday deadlines, that kind of tech hype gets exhausting…
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How Entrepreneurs Prioritize Tasks and Avoid Overwhelm
by Lexa Mackenzie •
Master Your To-Do List and Beat Entrepreneurial Burnout Being an entrepreneur often means wearing multiple hats and staring down a never-ending to-do list that only seems to grow. When every project feels critical, it is incredibly easy to feel buried under the weight of operational and strategic demands. To find out what actual time management…
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How Remote Professionals Stay Motivated and Connected
by Lexa Mackenzie •
Remote work comes with plenty of advantages, but it also requires more intention when it comes to staying productive and avoiding isolation. To learn what works in the real world, I reached out to business leaders and asked: What are your top strategies for staying motivated and beating isolation when working outside of a traditional…
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From New Intern to Confident Contributor: My Second Semester at Coworking on 15th
by Nicole Witte •
Returning to Coworking on 15th and Holiday Properties for a second semester gave me the opportunity to continue building on the experience and skills I developed during my first internship term. Coming back into a familiar environment allowed me to take on responsibilities with more confidence, work more independently, and gain a deeper understanding of…
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3 Business Failures That Taught Hard (But Necessary) Lessons
by Nicole Witte •
We hear a lot about wins in business, but failures are usually where the real lessons come from. To dig into that, I asked business leaders a simple question: What is something you tried for your business that completely failed? Here’s what they shared and the key takeaways. 1. Building Without Customer Input Backfires “I…
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How Businesses Are Actually Using AI
by Nicole Witte •
AI is becoming a normal part of how businesses operate, not just a trend. To understand how it’s really being used, I asked business leaders a simple question: Does your business utilize AI, and how has it impacted your company? Here’s what they shared and the key takeaways. AI Helps Teams Work Faster and Solve…
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What Actually Makes or Breaks a Coworking Office Space?
by Nicole Witte •
When people think about coworking spaces, they often picture nice furniture, free coffee, or even rooftop views. But when we asked real professionals what truly matters, their answers were much more practical. It turns out, the decision to rent a coworking space often comes down to just a few key things. 1. Quiet, Private Spaces…