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How To Video Conference Like A Pro

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Jason Farris
Head YES man at FresYes.com
I grew up in Fresno. Relaxed in its calm breezes, listened with my dad to the crack of the bat at little league baseball games when I was a kid and now take my son to do the same at minor league games. I broadened my mind at its schools (I went to high school right here at San Joaquin Memorial, and to college at Fresno State!) I love that if I drive for two hours in one direction, I can be in the mountains. For two hours in another, luxuriating on a California beach. I can enjoy the cosmopolitan atmosphere of San Francisco or Los Angeles, but still be able to come home to relaxation, calm, and quiet.

I love where I live, and I also love what I do. I'm lucky to be able to work in a profession in which I get to build relationships; one that has me meeting new people each and every day and helping them to build new lives in my beloved city. I'm lucky enough to work in a profession in which I can marry cutting-edge technologies and marketing techniques to good, old-fashioned, nose-to-the-grindstone work. I am lucky enough to work in a profession that allows me to work as an advocate for my clients; to use every tool at my disposal to get a job done well for them, and with as little stress and expense as possible.

I love my city. I love my job. One inspires my excellence for the other.

Fresno? I say FresYES
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Keeping our physical distance from one another is tough. Physical contact distinguishes humans. From a warm handshake or sympathetic hug to a congratulatory pat on the back, we have developed complex languages, cultures, and emotional expression through physical contact. But let’s face it, right now is not the time for even a bro hug!

Insert Videoconferencing into our lives – hooray! If you haven’t gotten on Zoom yet, or have but want to know how to be better at it, we got you covered with our “How To Video Conference Like a Pro” guide.

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FRESNO LOVE – CHEERS EDITION!

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Jason Farris
Head YES man at FresYes.com
I grew up in Fresno. Relaxed in its calm breezes, listened with my dad to the crack of the bat at little league baseball games when I was a kid and now take my son to do the same at minor league games. I broadened my mind at its schools (I went to high school right here at San Joaquin Memorial, and to college at Fresno State!) I love that if I drive for two hours in one direction, I can be in the mountains. For two hours in another, luxuriating on a California beach. I can enjoy the cosmopolitan atmosphere of San Francisco or Los Angeles, but still be able to come home to relaxation, calm, and quiet.

I love where I live, and I also love what I do. I'm lucky to be able to work in a profession in which I get to build relationships; one that has me meeting new people each and every day and helping them to build new lives in my beloved city. I'm lucky enough to work in a profession in which I can marry cutting-edge technologies and marketing techniques to good, old-fashioned, nose-to-the-grindstone work. I am lucky enough to work in a profession that allows me to work as an advocate for my clients; to use every tool at my disposal to get a job done well for them, and with as little stress and expense as possible.

I love my city. I love my job. One inspires my excellence for the other.

Fresno? I say FresYES
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Supporting our Fresno Clovis neighbors when they need it most – Cheers!

If you missed our previous Local Love stories, where we highlight restaurants that are open for take-out during the COVID-19 shut-down, check out our First and Second Helpings. For our third installment, we highlight the local spots where you can pick up cocktails and brews for a Happenin’ Happy Hour at Home. Check out the list below. CHEERS!

What’s Hot & Happening – Workout edition

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Jason Farris
Head YES man at FresYes.com
I grew up in Fresno. Relaxed in its calm breezes, listened with my dad to the crack of the bat at little league baseball games when I was a kid and now take my son to do the same at minor league games. I broadened my mind at its schools (I went to high school right here at San Joaquin Memorial, and to college at Fresno State!) I love that if I drive for two hours in one direction, I can be in the mountains. For two hours in another, luxuriating on a California beach. I can enjoy the cosmopolitan atmosphere of San Francisco or Los Angeles, but still be able to come home to relaxation, calm, and quiet.

I love where I live, and I also love what I do. I'm lucky to be able to work in a profession in which I get to build relationships; one that has me meeting new people each and every day and helping them to build new lives in my beloved city. I'm lucky enough to work in a profession in which I can marry cutting-edge technologies and marketing techniques to good, old-fashioned, nose-to-the-grindstone work. I am lucky enough to work in a profession that allows me to work as an advocate for my clients; to use every tool at my disposal to get a job done well for them, and with as little stress and expense as possible.

I love my city. I love my job. One inspires my excellence for the other.

Fresno? I say FresYES
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Feeling a bit blah? Us too. Why not take a break from the home office and get a quick home workout in?!  We hit up Walt Gonzales, personal trainer here in Fresno for a great warm-up workout for you – done right in his garage – just click the image and go!

Click on my to play… umm I mean workout!
The 3 major muscle groups involve legs, chest, and back. This kettlebell circuit is a great warm-up or addition to any home workout circuit.
Legs: Squatting/ Lunging
Chest: Pressing
Back: Lifting/Rowing
*You can easily substitute dumbbells for kettlebells

Fresno Love – Eat it All!

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Jason Farris
Head YES man at FresYes.com
I grew up in Fresno. Relaxed in its calm breezes, listened with my dad to the crack of the bat at little league baseball games when I was a kid and now take my son to do the same at minor league games. I broadened my mind at its schools (I went to high school right here at San Joaquin Memorial, and to college at Fresno State!) I love that if I drive for two hours in one direction, I can be in the mountains. For two hours in another, luxuriating on a California beach. I can enjoy the cosmopolitan atmosphere of San Francisco or Los Angeles, but still be able to come home to relaxation, calm, and quiet.

I love where I live, and I also love what I do. I'm lucky to be able to work in a profession in which I get to build relationships; one that has me meeting new people each and every day and helping them to build new lives in my beloved city. I'm lucky enough to work in a profession in which I can marry cutting-edge technologies and marketing techniques to good, old-fashioned, nose-to-the-grindstone work. I am lucky enough to work in a profession that allows me to work as an advocate for my clients; to use every tool at my disposal to get a job done well for them, and with as little stress and expense as possible.

I love my city. I love my job. One inspires my excellence for the other.

Fresno? I say FresYES
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We’ve updated our list (three full pages of YUM ) and made it super easy to print out and take with you when you are on the go and looking for eats! Bon Appétit

Click on me for the full list!

Color me FresYes!

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Jason Farris
Head YES man at FresYes.com
I grew up in Fresno. Relaxed in its calm breezes, listened with my dad to the crack of the bat at little league baseball games when I was a kid and now take my son to do the same at minor league games. I broadened my mind at its schools (I went to high school right here at San Joaquin Memorial, and to college at Fresno State!) I love that if I drive for two hours in one direction, I can be in the mountains. For two hours in another, luxuriating on a California beach. I can enjoy the cosmopolitan atmosphere of San Francisco or Los Angeles, but still be able to come home to relaxation, calm, and quiet.

I love where I live, and I also love what I do. I'm lucky to be able to work in a profession in which I get to build relationships; one that has me meeting new people each and every day and helping them to build new lives in my beloved city. I'm lucky enough to work in a profession in which I can marry cutting-edge technologies and marketing techniques to good, old-fashioned, nose-to-the-grindstone work. I am lucky enough to work in a profession that allows me to work as an advocate for my clients; to use every tool at my disposal to get a job done well for them, and with as little stress and expense as possible.

I love my city. I love my job. One inspires my excellence for the other.

Fresno? I say FresYES
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Want a more low-key and calming activity? We have you covered! We’ve created our first set of FresYes coloring pages! Sharpen those color pencils, print these images at home and get to it. Be sure to post your finished masterpiece on Facebook and Instagram and tag us!   

Local Love – Second Helpings

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Jason Farris
Head YES man at FresYes.com
I grew up in Fresno. Relaxed in its calm breezes, listened with my dad to the crack of the bat at little league baseball games when I was a kid and now take my son to do the same at minor league games. I broadened my mind at its schools (I went to high school right here at San Joaquin Memorial, and to college at Fresno State!) I love that if I drive for two hours in one direction, I can be in the mountains. For two hours in another, luxuriating on a California beach. I can enjoy the cosmopolitan atmosphere of San Francisco or Los Angeles, but still be able to come home to relaxation, calm, and quiet.

I love where I live, and I also love what I do. I'm lucky to be able to work in a profession in which I get to build relationships; one that has me meeting new people each and every day and helping them to build new lives in my beloved city. I'm lucky enough to work in a profession in which I can marry cutting-edge technologies and marketing techniques to good, old-fashioned, nose-to-the-grindstone work. I am lucky enough to work in a profession that allows me to work as an advocate for my clients; to use every tool at my disposal to get a job done well for them, and with as little stress and expense as possible.

I love my city. I love my job. One inspires my excellence for the other.

Fresno? I say FresYES
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Wow! When we ask Fresnans to step up- They BRING IT! Since our last email, the response from our community has been huge. We all seem to know someone that owns a local business that deserves a shout-out. There is an abundance of Local Love and support rolling in- Here is our next round of local favorites offering take-out options for you to enjoy. Keep the suggestions coming.. and we’ll keep sending as many emails that we need to.
We are in this together and will get through this together. As always, please let me know how I can support you.

We are so lucky to have such a vast variety of local food to choose from. Check out this list of restaurants that offer take out!
Tacos Marquitos – Try the Bulldog Burrito.
Cocina Village – Offering free delivery on UberEats!
Diana’s Restaurant – Best place to try Chicken Sultani,
Berrock Shop – Amazing homemade berrocks- A Fresno classic.
Rocket Dog – Unique hot dog creations and to-die-for kettle chips.
El Premio Mayor – AMAZING tacos!
Port of Subs – Many valley locations- Don’t forget the cookie.
Toldeos – Offering family packs deals to feed the whole family.
Teazer – Tea to go! Try the Honolulu tea.
Frosted Cakery – Cupcakes available for delivery..umm yes!
Libelula – Be adventurous and try their jelly donut burger. 
Kunisama – Teppenyaki meals to go.
Taqueria Yarelis – Famous for their anaconda burrito. 
Marats Restaurant – Mediterranean and Armenian Cuisine.
Pokiland – We love Poki, but have you ever tried Poki Nachos?
Pismo’s Coastal Grill – Miss the Coast? All of your seafood favorites!
Westwoods BBQ – 30% of gift card purchases go directly to employees. 
Sal’s Mexican Restaurant – Family packs – don’t forget extra chips.
La Kebrada – Offering 10% off all orders. 
DOY Grille – Great healthy meal options. 
Piemonte’s Deli – Dinner for One? Great individual pasta dinners. 
Irene’s Cafe– Try their bacon bleu cheeseburger. 
BOCCA Taqueria – Can’t pass up their elote. 
Tower Tea – There’s always time for a boba tea.
India’s Oven – Also offering Indian beer with your order. 
Colorado Grill – Try the Mile High burger with a side of onion rings. 
House of JuJu – Going keto? Try any burger in a bowl. 
AJ’s Armenian Cuisine – Delicious chicken salad with a side of pita bread. 
Bella Pasta Trattoria – Homemade and authentic pasta. Go gnocchi !!
Dicicco’s Italian Restaurant– Many locations to choose from. OMG, the bread!
Sam’s Italian Deli and Market – The Chicken Parm sandwich is incredible. 
Chiffonos Bakery – Can’t forget dessert! Grab a slice of chocolate cake.  
Did you miss our first edition of Local Love? You can find it HERE.
Sincerely, 
Jason Farris of FresYes.com

Fresno State Student Crowned Miss Fresno County; Will Compete at Miss California

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Sarah Soghomonian
TV Producer and fan of all things fabulous.Bulldog Born, Bulldog Bred!
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Fresno State Senior Lauren Herring was recently crowned the 2020 Miss Fresno County. She received $5,000 in scholarship money and community sponsorships and will compete at Miss California, held in Fresno, this summer.

          The Chowchilla native has been involved with the Miss America Program for four years and was crowned Miss Clovis in 2018 and Miss City of Fresno in 2019.

          “This will be my third Miss California Competition and every year I look forward to spending time with my sister titleholders and welcoming them to Fresno,” Herring said. “One thing that will always out-live titles are the friendships you make along the way.”

Lauren Herring was crowned Miss Fresno County and will compete at Miss California.

          Herring has been dancing most of her life and is a member of the Fresno State Spirit Program. She studied Civil Engineering at Fresno State and is now pursuing a degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing.

          “My goal is to become an Eco-Business Consultant and work with a variety of companies to develop and implement their most environmentally economic way of conducting business,” Herring said.

          In addition to the crown, Herring took home top honors in the interview and evening gown competitions at Miss Fresno County, which was held March 7th at the Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium in downtown Fresno.

          “As a dancer, I was used to the stage, but the interview and public speaking aspects of the competition really took me out of my box and challenged my professional skills,” she said. “My family and friends are my number one fans. They are my cheerleaders on the sidelines encouraging me every step of the way.”

Lauren Herring thanks the crowd following her dance performance during the Talent Competition at Miss Fresno County.

          Herring will spend the year as a goodwill ambassador for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, specifically Valley Children’s Hospital. She’ll also champion her social impact initiative “Women in Business: We Mean Business,” by encouraging the advancement of women in the workplace and promoting the region’s women-owned businesses.

          “I take this title very seriously and being Miss Fresno County means that you are representing all the amazing aspects that our piece of the Valley has to offer,” Herring said. “It also means being a professional example to those in our community as well.”

Miss Fresno County was held March 8, 2020 at the Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium.

          The Coronavirus has changed the way Herring and the Miss Fresno County team work and prepare for Miss California. Currently the entire team is working from home.

          “This program, to myself and so many others, is very special and it’s special because it’s 100% volunteer ran,” she said. “Every penny of scholarship I’ve been given is because of the hard-working committee members that work day in and day out to raise it for us. I urge the community to take part in this organization in any way they can because ultimately every dollar raised goes directly back into the community. It funds the higher education of women all over our county and it can truly change the world.”

          The 2020 Miss California Competition is currently scheduled for June 24-27. The winner will represent California at Miss America.

Local Love – Eat Well

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Jason Farris
Head YES man at FresYes.com
I grew up in Fresno. Relaxed in its calm breezes, listened with my dad to the crack of the bat at little league baseball games when I was a kid and now take my son to do the same at minor league games. I broadened my mind at its schools (I went to high school right here at San Joaquin Memorial, and to college at Fresno State!) I love that if I drive for two hours in one direction, I can be in the mountains. For two hours in another, luxuriating on a California beach. I can enjoy the cosmopolitan atmosphere of San Francisco or Los Angeles, but still be able to come home to relaxation, calm, and quiet.

I love where I live, and I also love what I do. I'm lucky to be able to work in a profession in which I get to build relationships; one that has me meeting new people each and every day and helping them to build new lives in my beloved city. I'm lucky enough to work in a profession in which I can marry cutting-edge technologies and marketing techniques to good, old-fashioned, nose-to-the-grindstone work. I am lucky enough to work in a profession that allows me to work as an advocate for my clients; to use every tool at my disposal to get a job done well for them, and with as little stress and expense as possible.

I love my city. I love my job. One inspires my excellence for the other.

Fresno? I say FresYES
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The world might be turbulent, but that doesn’t mean you have to stop enjoying the little things in life, or some amazing food!  Supporting local businesses has never been more important than today. As you may know, many small businesses operate within very small margins and your patronism means everything to them. Even a small amount like $20 might be the difference of someone keeping their shift tonight, which trickles into their family’s well-being, and of course, our Fresno economy as a whole.

Let’s keep our spirits high by doing something us Fresnans love to do… EAT! These are some of my favorite spots, each open for pick-up. As always, please let me know how I can support you.  If you know a restaurant we missed, please reach out and I’ll update our list and get them on our Instagram. Be well and wash those hands! 

We are so lucky to have such a vast variety of local food to choose from. Check out this list of restaurants that offer take out!

We are so lucky to have such a vast variety of local food to choose from. Check out this list of restaurants that offer take out!