Tuesday, December 31
Expert guidance brings clarity to finances, insurance
For many of us, when numbers come into play our brains shut down. It gets even worse when it comes to finances and insurance. You can almost see the eyes start glazing over as confusion and uncertainty get in the way of making a decision.
Financial questions asked and answered
Lauren Burton is an Edward Jones financial advisor for Coeur D'Alene and answered some common questions that emerge about finances.
Assets and liabilities: Insurance needs differ throughout life
When it comes to insurance, no two people have precisely the same needs. But one thing is common to everyone.
What's it like to be an insurance agent?
Being an insurance agent is like being a teacher, a counselor, a researcher and a detective all in one. Agents must be knowledgeable about the products they sell and the companies they carry. They need to effectively communicate with clients. They are expected to explain what is available and help people decide which products and services are ideal for individuals and families. They are constantly updating their certifications and learning about how new laws affect their products. On top of all this, they need to ask all the right questions so they can know what coverage is best for every customer.
Clubs help members invest in financial futures
Investment clubs such as the Beardstown Ladies can provide a collaborative environment for investors to learn about investing with like-minded members. Its mission, BI officials said, is to help investors and want-to-be investors learn the skills they need and, if they wish, how to set up an investment club by offering guidance and education.
Tech tips
Don't discount digital domain
Any good digital presence and using key words will make it easy for people to find you and help your business to grow. A Google business profile is another essential, as Google is by far the number one search, thought Amazon coming close to passing it in advertising revenue.
Pro tips from an insurance veteran
The insurance game can be a confusing one. Thankfully, there are people like Phyllis Towne out there to help you navigate it.
North Idaho Alliance Women of Impact: The importance of art
The National Endowment for the Arts serves as a valuable resource for my research regarding our December Women of IMPACT Roundtable discussion on the Arts in our region and our role as creative placemakers. A creative placemaker is an individual who actively employs arts, culture and design strategies to enhance the quality of life within a community by transforming public spaces, fostering a sense of place, and promoting community engagement through creative initiatives. These often involve collaborations with local artists, residents and organizations.
POST FALLS CHAMBER: Developments that matter: Updates from the business community
The holiday season is here, and with it comes the magic of togetherness, giving, and reflection. While we celebrate our community's achievements, we’re also keeping an eye on national developments that impact local businesses.
SANDPOINT CHAMBER: The GIFT of feedback — giving some
The holiday season has come to a close, but there is still something you might want to consider giving. This gift is something unique and very valuable: the gift of feedback. Chances are, you are in a position at work, or in your personal life, where you have some form of responsibility for others. You may be a supervisor, manager, owner, parent, volunteer, or a member of a hobby group or sports team. Whatever the role, at some point, you will have the responsibility of providing someone else with feedback.
Waves of change
“My comrades, hardly strangers to pain before now, we all have weathered worse. Some god will grant us an end to this as well. You've threaded the rocks resounding with Scylla's howling rabid dogs, and taken the brunt of the Cyclops' boulders too. Call up your courage again. Dismiss your grief and fear. Maybe someday you will rejoice to recall even this. Through so many hard straits, so many twists and turns our course holds firm for Latium. There Fate holds out a homeland, calm, at peace. There the gods decree the kingdom of Troy will rise again. Bear up. Save your strength for better times to come.” Virgil, the first book of the Aeneid.
Business comings and goings
A huge Early Dawn Commercial Center is planned for the Highway 41 and Early Dawn intersection.
U of I names water research assistant director in North Idaho
The University of Idaho-administered Idaho Water Resources Research Institute (IWRRI) is continuing its presence in the Idaho Panhandle through the hiring of a Coeur d’Alene-based assistant director.
Coddington joins Architects West
Cole Coddington has joined the team at Architects West as an Intern Architect. Coddington earned both his bachelor’s and Master of Architecture degrees from Washington State University. He comes from a family comprised of architects, designers, and carpenters, which encouraged his passion for design. Through multiple years of construction and carpentry experience, and several years in the architectural industry, he has gained experience in a wide variety of project types. His experience includes multi-family residential and commercial architecture as well as high-end single family residential projects.