No matter what you do for a living, there’s a better than average chance you have some kind of protocol in place. Protocol sounds stuffy, overbearing, maybe even a bit on the militant side. Visions of dystopian futures grow pretty easily in the shadow of that towering word. But protocol is an integral part of […]
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6 Things for L.A. Singles to Do on Valentine’s Day
Feature Photo Credit: Photo by cottonbro studio Ah, behold the holiday of kisses, candy, and canoodling – Valentine’s Day! For some, it’s a day to snuggle up with their better half, show them some love, and pamper them with romantic gifts. But for others, it’s the dreaded holiday when our social media feeds become filled […]
8 Things to Do on Catalina Island to Soak Up Its Unique Vibe
Featured image credit: Ken Lund On a clear Los Angeles Day, you can see the Pacific Ocean glittering in the distance from the Griffith Observatory. And on the very clearest of days, you might even see a considerable landmass punctuating those gleaming waves. For a lot of Angelenos, this is their introduction to Catalina Island […]
Palm Springs’ Mojave Maxine Gives Groundhog Day a Run For Its Money
Featured image credit: The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens Groundhog Day, the annual tradition you sort of forgot was a thing, is coming up on February 2. And while the rest of the U.S. (and, believe it or not, Canada) will have to wait until then for the prophetic Punxsutawney Phil to predict the coming […]
5 Las Vegas Destinations for the Culty Connoisseur
Feature Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons It’s safe to say that we’re all fans of something, right? Well some of us go ALL IN when it comes to fandom over a particular genre. Whether it’s movies, music, food, or any other topic you may be obsessed with, we found 5 awesome Las Vegas destinations that are […]
How to Choose From the Best Whale Watching Tours in the Greater LA Area
With our hospitable weather, protected waters, and position directly in a major migration path, Los Angeles is one of the world’s top destinations for whale watching. So where do you go for the best whale watching Los Angeles tourists can hope for? And what can you realistically expect to see? Today, we’ll take a closer […]
Glendora’s CocoVino Wine Shop Finds Its Terroir in Community
Los Angeles, like many major cities, is a place of instant gratification. You don’t usually have to look too hard to find something rare or even unique. From vintage clothing to obscure records, classic cars to Hollywood memorabilia, the city itself is like a museum in rapid motion. But if it’s a rare wine you’re […]
JohnHart’s 12 Skills for Exponential Growth in Real Estate: Skill #11 – Influencing
Before we started writing our regular JohnHart 12 Skills for Exponential Growth in Real Estate column, our CEO, Founder, and Principal Broker, Harout Keuroghlian, wrote an insightful and exploratory blog on the power of influence. While the practice of influencing hasn’t changed since that blog was published, its importance in real estate has stirred up […]
Glendora Florist is the Flower Shop That’s Not a Flower Shop
In the heart of Glendora Village proudly stands a flower shop that’s not a flower shop. At least this is the message of owner Dalel Snider. But then again, she never had a strong affinity for flowers. Or managing a business. Bouquets never graced her dreams; floral arrangements never perfumed her aspirations. Yet, today she […]
King Richard’s Vintage Antique Center Has the Gift You Never Knew You Needed
Featured image credit: King Richard’s Antique Center What do you get that special someone who has everything? Something no one else has, of course. Easier said than done in the highly manufactured modern world. Sure, you can take your chances on Etsy or eBay. But if you want more security along with the spontaneity of […]