Business

GCI’s annual mountaintop TERRA site refueling efforts are underway. The sites, which allow GCI to bring broadband to remote communities across the state, are reachable only by helicopter.

It’s easy to make conference calls from almost anywhere. But while they’re convenient, conference calls aren’t the best option for building a relationship.

Have you recently received a lot of emails from companies notifying you of changes to their privacy policies? It’s because a European law — which includes the strictest data privacy rules ever written — the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) went into effect on May 25, 2018.

Your entire career could change with one introduction at a networking event.

Alaska Adventure Travel, an APICDA subsidiary, is offering two new tours that let visitors experience unique adventures on Alaska’s Aleutian Islands.

A recent Columbia University experiment concluded that men value intelligence and ambition in their female counterparts – up to a certain point.

Nonprofit theater Cyrano’s will debut the original play “Spikes” on April 13 in Anchorage. The show, which has performances Thursdays through Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m., runs through April 23. Tickets are available now.

The ability to adapt to rapidly changing work situations and the flexibility to overcome obstacles is a game-changer.

Should a “mental health day” count as a paid sick day? Last year, a viral tweet from a CEO showing support for taking mental health days put this topic in the spotlight.

Spring is in the air and that means it’s time to freshen up your office surroundings. Clutter-busting tips include:

From small beginnings, to over 300 employees and 14 branches today, Northrim Bank is proud to invest in Alaskan traditions like the Iditarod and in Alaska’s future through school and business partnerships. We foster partnerships in Anchorage, Eagle River, the Mat-Su Valley, Fairbanks, Juneau and Ketchikan and are excited to partner with The White Mountain School on the Iditarod trail.

Job application season is underway for upcoming college graduates! Though it might seem daunting, getting ready for the real world can be exciting if you know how to navigate it.

For companies, creating a “newsroom” on your website with information for journalists gives media outlets information they need in one convenient place.

Sharing is caring, while working is life’s labor. And together, these two concepts give us co-working spaces. As you choose your ideal spot, here are some considerations:

Trust is the key to success in most relationships. As the media landscape evolves, it’s important to understand what reporters and journalists are looking for when it comes to authenticity.

As the year winds down, it’s time to solidify your 2018 business goals. Goals vary by the size and type of company you manage, but common themes include: increased revenue, better quality clients/customers, new policies or procedures, new business lines, marketing/PR campaigns and more.

Whenever I think back on the Dot-Com Era, I have to chuckle.

“Women Who Won” by Bill Ellis is an invaluable compendium of inspiring and motivating examples of achievement.

According to Gallup, 70% of employees at U.S. companies feel disengaged.

Is it getting harder to focus at work? Computer notifications, phone alerts and our growing habit of responding in real time to any communication makes concentrating nearly impossible.

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is integral to having a strong online presence. In our hypercompetitive marketplace, building a website alone will not attract new customers.

What does it truly mean to connect? GCI’s answer to that question is a 3,300-mile broadband network through the most remote areas of rural Alaska.

Crises can arise at any time and through no fault of your own. Protecting your personal brand is always at the center of good crisis planning.

The impact LinkedIn can provide for businesses that want to generate leads, connect to professional peers, and build their brands is powerful, especially in the B2B arena.

Convincing someone to see things your way is more complex than you might think. In fact, neuroscientists and social psychologists have long asserted that people alter facts to align with their preconceived beliefs.