In the City of Indianapolis, there is a major decision about to happen related to the funding of art programs and organizations. According to a recent article in the Indianapolis Business Journal, due to budget deficits (not unlike many other cities in the United States), the funding for the arts could potentially be phased out over the next three years.
Multiple online communities and social networking sites including one by the Arts Council of Indianapolis have been create a dialogue and to post comments and concerns.
From a business perspective, I understand why cuts need to happen in the short term. However, expenses can be decreased without sacrificing an often overlooked business development and employee attraction/retention.
In today's market, the "quality of life" quotient is a key reason why people live, work and play in a given location. As an entrepreneur trying to attract the best talent for your team, you need all the help you can get. This includes the arts and cultural aspects of your community.
What do you, your employees, friends and family members do when they are not working? I'd guess that the arts are involved in more ways than you think.
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Multiple online communities and social networking sites including one by the Arts Council of Indianapolis have been create a dialogue and to post comments and concerns.
From a business perspective, I understand why cuts need to happen in the short term. However, expenses can be decreased without sacrificing an often overlooked business development and employee attraction/retention.
In today's market, the "quality of life" quotient is a key reason why people live, work and play in a given location. As an entrepreneur trying to attract the best talent for your team, you need all the help you can get. This includes the arts and cultural aspects of your community.
What do you, your employees, friends and family members do when they are not working? I'd guess that the arts are involved in more ways than you think.
Be+Do+Solve (TM)
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