Jay Cohen

One of the best ways to help make your winter and holiday season more enjoyable is by traveling as much as you can. Although this may be hard with the current pandemic, there are many places where you can spend most of your time outside while practicing social distancing. Many people have different ideal winter travel destinations depending on what they like. Some enjoy skiing in a very snowy and cold place where others may just want to head up to the mountains just to relax and sit by the fi...

When traveling for an extended period, it may be difficult to fit everything a traveler needs into a regular size suitcase. Although larger suitcases are available, they cost more and are more expensive to check into a flight. Even while driving, a larger suitcase may not fit comfortably in the backseat or trunk. Here are some tips to make the most out of limited space in a suitcase while keeping clothes clean and fresh.
Packing Clothes
To conserve space in a suitcase, roll the clothes and pl...

Consumers today are concerned about more than price tags and clearance sales. Educated and mindful buyers want to know that their dollars are supporting causes they believe in and respect. Philanthropic companies gain customer loyalty more quickly than almost any other type of organization. Here are four reputable businesses that are known for giving back to their communities.
Whole Foods Market
Through a number of different foundations, such as Whole Kids, Whole Foods Market gives back to lo...

Small town America has long been decrying what it calls the “Wal-Marketization of America.” That’s when mom-and-pop shops or family-owned businesses on the main streets of small towns have their business drained away by a retail giant located in a nearby city.
Small business models are challenged by big chain stores because they compete on volume and price. The advent of e-commerce giants, especially Amazon, has also provided stiff competition for merchants that rely on local foot traffic.
Th...

The Los Angeles Lakers recently defeated the Miami Heat in six games to win the NBA title. This is the first championship since 2010 for the Lakers. It was also the fourth title for superstar LeBron James. Here is a recap of the 2020 NBA Finals.
Game 1
The Lakers showed why they were the NBA’s best team all season by dominating Game 1. Anthony Davis and LeBron James took complete control of the game from the opening tip. A 17-point lead at halftime expanded to 26 points by the end of the thir...

With organized competitions dating back to 1876, no sport in the United States has more history than professional baseball. This rich history is continuously celebrated and honored every year by the players and fans. Despite the longevity of the sport, you are still guaranteed to see something new and special every time you watch a game. These are the three best plays in MLB history.
Kirk Gibson Walk-Off
Every baseball player dreams of hitting a game-winning home run when they are a kid. The ...

Jay Cohen Northern Leasing writes about luxurious travel destinations.

Traveling the world is something that many people have the desire to do. Yet not everyone has someone to travel with, or even wants to travel with others. The good news is that there are some excellent destinations for solo travelers to choose from.
One of them is Vancouver, Canada. This is an especially popular travel destination for those who have a strong appreciation for nature. It is safe for solo vacationers and is the place to see some breathtaking mountains. Popular destinations withi...

Jay Cohen Northern Leasing shares a new blog about the mental health benefits of playing sports.

Jay Cohen Northern Leasing writes a new blog highlighting the top five college football teams of all time.

Jay Cohen Northern Leasing writes a new blog about how you can volunteer abroad.

Jay Cohen Northern Leasing shares a new blog about how you can support your local community.

There’s no doubt about it; the COVID-19 pandemic has caused difficulties in almost every aspect of our world. Jay Cohen Northern Leasing writes about they different ways to give back during COVID-19.

A volunteer group or program is important to the success of any non-profit organization. The group should have a system for recruiting, orienting, training, supervising, and recognizing volunteers. These steps can help any organization establish a volunteer group that sustains a connection with the general community and ensures a meaningful volunteer experience.
Planning Ahead
Volunteer programs should have their own mission and vision statements. Organizations might also use the SMART Goal f...

Jay Cohen Northern Leasing shares a new blog about tough training drills for college football players.