Buying in the Neigborhood - Edition Twenty-Two (22)

"Economic Life-cycle"

Can I say how much I love 2012?  I have completed several assessments this year already, meet with several phenomenal companies and individuals and this year is going to be incredible.  I'm seeing more and more creativity, partnering, support, development, and beginnings for many people.  In supporting local businesses, I'm always looking for those that stand out in their customer service, vision, and how they genuinely see business and what they do to offer value to others.

As of January, I have identified several up and coming businesses that are going to make a difference for others because of their vision, their view of the economy, and how they really want to help others.  These businesses have dynamic leaders that have been able to pull together other uniquely talented individuals that complement the organization structure and have increased the value of what their organization can do because they realize that to be successful you cannot individually just think of yourself, you must consider others and what you are doing for them.  In addition, they have looked to provide a leadership and path for their supports, followers, partners to work together and to have that opportunity to develop further and faster than if the attempted to this on their own.  What I call this is the development of an "Economic Life-cycle".  What is an "Economic Life-cycle"?  It is the combination and coordination of different individuals and organizations that through one event, activity or action that enables the transaction to have a chain-link effect of providing business to business to business activity that causes a cash flow and residual turnkey of work generation that effects individuals, organizations, companies, and more.

Part of the reason why this type of activity and life-cycle is important is that you can instrumentally turn nothing into something virtually by changing the way you direct your business.  The beautiful part of this way of doing business is that anyone in business can adapt this philosophy and make this happen.  For local communities and keeping business local, this is a sure fire way that people can help to make a difference to survive the economic challenges that many are facing.  As I drive through the cities and local neighborhoods, it hurts to see businesses closed.  I've been focusing on creating this awareness since I was called to this campaign back in 2010.  It is even more important now to put forth efforts to make a difference.  I love the communities I live in and support.  I strive to reach out and educate at every opportunity I have.  What I have learned through that process is that there are many others out there who are aligning to make that same difference.  I call to action anyone who wants to see a change to commit and find a way to start making a difference.  As an individual you can impact many with little effort, so consider where you can make a simple change that can change the lives of others.

The two companies I want to highlight in January are Monarch Media and Broken Door Media.  Monarch Media is creating a different way of doing business in developing distribution models for fashion related individuals who have products, addressing the need of realistic fashion representation for designers, models, casting, and other related areas, and then designing and coordinating events that are beneficial for charity and non-profits and their fundraising.  This is happening all with the vision to support that "Economic Life-cycle" and development of others to succeed and be self-sufficient and supporting through the related activities.  Broken Door Media is formed and in the growth stage right now.  They are creating a freelance showcase and distribution model for their services and talented individuals.  With the leadership of this organization, they have pulled together talent (over 20+ individuals) that covers media requirements end to end, for commercial productions, filming, documentaries, videoing, photos, modeling, graphics, animations, and the list goes on.  These individuals are defining a way of doing business that will soon be comparable to none.  They believe in the "Economic Life-cycle" and have great a sharing model for all involved that will enable many individuals to develop and grow individually and as team.  This is a visionary company that sees beyond what they have in front them.  I look forward to seeing their future developments and projects, because they will be going viral with the quality of projects they have coming.

Everyday, I am meeting innovative, creative, and successful individuals reaching for the stars and making a difference.  This is only the beginning of 2012 and I can't wait for more!!!  Please check out Monarch Media's and Broken Door Media's websites and links for more information about what they can do.  Until next time, keep your vision limitless and challenging to make a difference for others.

If you are interested in being showcased on this blog, please send an e-mail to BuyinArizonaCampaign@gmail.com with the business website, contact information (e.g. business owner name, phone number and email address), so that a follow up contact can be made to talk with you about your business and what is offered.....

Buying in the Neighborhood - ANNIVERSARY Edition Twenty-One (21)

The Holidays and the Spirit Within.

What a time to be alive in this century.  Yes, we have seen the ups and downs and have experienced them all of us to different degrees.  Personally, I’ve always considered my life a journey and welcomed the challenges no matter what they are.  I’ve learned that being open to receiving what comes makes the journey so much more enriching because you will evolve through the journey versus putting up walls to keep the challenges out and hidden.  Eventually, for those that prefer walls, they will crumble down or be knocked down with or without your help.  

Not only have I learned even more so that life is a journey, but that in our daily attitude, focus, gratitude, priority, giving, and service, we can make impacts.  We are all destined to be greater than ourselves can even imagine and with our dreams go further in life than we could ever believe.  My God given mission is to edify others with positive encouragement and show what is possible to be accomplished.  I’m so blessed to have this as my daily calling as I treasure the places and people that have come into my life as a result of that.  I share this mission because that is what caused the creation of this blog “Buy in Arizona Campaign”.  This week is the one year anniversary of this blog and I have to truly say, that I have been blessed to have seen this evolve and the people and companies that have been part of this and part of my life.  My journey has not been so much about my life but seeing how all our lives can be intertwined to such a degree that we can share and help grow one another in all our different journeys.  Our callings, our purpose, our lives are all different, because we are different people, we have different influences, we have different gifts and we are at different points in our life.  But one thing rings true, we are all still people alive in this time at this place for a reason.  

During the last two months, I have been working on 2012 and 2013 plans and strategic partnerships and setting goals for the years to come.  I have been financially planning and working on health, charity, and so much more.  I daily look for those people, companies, organizations, and activities that can drive things forward and make a difference not only for themselves but for others.  As this has been the holiday season (since October – I start early) the last couple of months, I realize I have myself been somewhat lax in not always sharing all the good things I learn about.  So I’m taking this opportunity to express and shout-out those that have made a difference over the last couple of months and will continue to make a difference.  I’m providing you that list so you can reach out for your own personal or business needs or where you might be able to provide assistance yourself.

Fiscal Fitness Phoenix, Kelsa Dickey

Accounting Services by ACP, Jessica Eichenberg

Skyliss Couture, Ayisha Andrews

Save the Family Foundation of Arizona, Tim Lidster

Monarch Media, Juliana Brutsche

Provisions 18:16, Michael Williams

Just Jane Boutique, Jane McCann and Mayva Kern

St. Vincent de Paul, Denise Brittain

Power Networking, Fabien Bertault

Bonfire Grill & Bar

KFNX News Talk Radio 1100, Christina Wagner

The Pulse – AZ Radio (Arizona Healthcare) – ElizabethSingleton

ACN, Vincent Costa

The Landmark Restaurant, Darren Ellis

Applause Salon, Ashley Wright

Christopher Ryan Photography, Christopher Mitchell

Bonafide Event Management, Karla Woods-Stephens

Dr. Tursha Hamilton

Dr. Gina Touch Mercer

Style Image Studios, Stella Martinez Crowl

Dupey Insurance, Andy Dupey

Cedric Jones Photography, Cedric Jones

Victim Relief, Don & Claire Lopeman

Dalica Designs, Christian Acosta

Turn A New Leaf, Dana Martinez

True Choice Benefits, Shelly Winson

Desert Schools, Latrisha Stapleton

Mary Kay, Emily Durette

Legal Shield, Rick Allen

Legal Shield, Kimberly Williams

Ajion Profesional Staffing, Morgan Carlson

Steve Nissle, CPP Master Photography

Phantom Fountains, John Wurm and Joy Todd

HoopFlow and (R)evolved Hoops, Renae Bellah

Bowl of Heaven – Mesa, Lance & Alma Kerby

Xcellent Solutions, Xavier Smith

So this is just a short list and I could not possibly include everyone that has made a difference somewhere or somehow to help or provide guidance or help at events or in some other way, this just happens to be the most recent.   I hope you consider who has made a difference for you this year and be sure to share and tell them or somehow recognize those go forward that do for you what others don’t.  Yes, this is the season to remember others less fortunate than ourselves and for all the special people out there that care and give to others in whatever fashion they do.  One reason I love Arizona and where I am at today, is the list of outstanding people here just continues to grow and grow.  Everyone has a different gift or talent or offering.  Looking at your home base of Arizona first before going outside of the state to spend your dollars does make a difference, just like giving locally does.  End your 2011 and start your 2012 with those ideas and I’m sure that you will see the difference and you will have wonderful opportunities to grow.

Happy holidays ~ wishing you the best time with your family and friends!!!! 

Don’t forget “Buy in Arizona Campaign” and keep it local when you can.

If you are interested in being showcased on this blog, please send an e-mail to BuyinArizonaCampaign@gmail.com with the business website, contact information (e.g. business owner name, phone number and email address), so that a follow up contact can be made to talk with you about your business and what is offered.....