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AT&T Expands Fast 4G Network in Urban and Rural Communities Across Georgia
May 27, 2016
AT&T has enhanced high-speed connectivity for businesses and residents in communities across Georgia through its 4G network. Already in 2016, the company has completed more than 240 projects in Georgia.
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Communicorp: Simply Manage Your Creative Assets Using OnDemand Technologies
May 25, 2016
With all of your graphic design elements in place, you may be wondering how to manage these creative assets throughout your entire organization. Well, technology is a great solution to your dilemma. To help you understand the various solutions that come into play and how they work, let’s walk through a real-world scenario.
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Are Exhausted Employees Destroying Your Business?
May 24, 2016
Very few entrepreneurs get enough sleep, and the “sleep shortage” is affecting employees too. Seven out of 10 workers in a recent survey (PDF) by Accountemps/Robert Half report they are frequently tired on the job — which could be putting your business at risk.
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AAMCO Franchise Celebrates Successful First Anniversary of Newnan's AAMCO University
May 19, 2016
AAMCO Franchise, the world’s largest chain of transmission specialists and leader in total car care, announced it is celebrating its first anniversary of AAMCO University. The specialized training facility, which opened in Newnan during the first quarter of 2015, is part of AAMCO’s long-term strategy to drive operational excellence and growth systemwide.
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Lt. Gov. Cagle Launches Georgia Consortium for Advanced Technical Training in Newnan
May 17, 2016
Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle launched the Georgia Consortium of Advanced Technical Training (GA CATT) Program, the first of its kind in the United States, with the Central Educational Center, Coweta County’s College and Career Academy. The program unites the German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern U.S., Inc. with the Technical College System of Georgia and eight Coweta County manufacturing companies.
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Georgia 2030: The Chamber's GPS Device to Reach State's Business and Economic Future
May 16, 2016
A hundred years ago, the then-newly formed Georgia Chamber of Commerce wisely initiated a road map with the intention of planning the future of business in the Peach State. Today, one year into the second century of the Chamber, President and CEO, Chris Clark and the Chamber Board are instead utilizing modern GPS tracking and other digital tools to explore and research emerging commerce trends, needs and resources for Georgia’s future. This initiative is entitled “Georgia 2030.”
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UWG Announces New Online Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership
May 09, 2016
The University of West Georgia will offer a new and unique online bachelor of science degree in organizational leadership, thanks to its membership in the University System of Georgia’s eMajor program.
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10 Ways to Answer A Flood of Emails in One Day
May 04, 2016
Most small business owners are buried in email. This is discouraging since they don’t always get to answer the important ones. Business etiquette suggests that each email should be replied to within 24 hours.
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UWG, WGTC Sign Transfer Articulation Agreement for Nursing Students
May 03, 2016
West Georgia Technical College students who complete the associate degree in nursing (ADN) can now transfer to the University of West Georgia’s bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) without losing any course credits thanks to a Transfer Articulation Agreement signed by both institutions.
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How to Turn a Passion for Community into a Thriving Business
April 28, 2016
From accountant to CMO, small business owners are used to wearing a number of different hats and juggling myriad tasks. It’s easy to become so immersed in the minutia of business that you forget about your surrounding community. Don’t let this happen to you! It takes a village to run a successful business, and it takes passion for community to make a business successful.
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Center of Innovation for Manufacturing: Developing Partnerships to Grow Georgia’s Industries
April 27, 2016
In an increasingly competitive global environment, Georgia’s manufacturing industry is using cutting-edge technology to develop new products for commercialization and increase the number of manufacturing-related jobs throughout the state. The Center of Innovation for Manufacturing, a program of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, is using university-led research to help the manufacturing industry throughout Georgia develop new products and processes.
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Eclectic Energy Experts Paint Bright Green Future for Georgia's Sustainable Resources
April 20, 2016
A diverse panel of experts from solar, electric vehicle, natural gas and biomass industries, among others, participating in the 3rd annual roundtable meeting to discuss Georgia’s future energy needs, suggested a bright picture ahead in renewable resources for the state. Georgia Public Service Commissioner Tim Echols emceed the April 12th “Brunch and Learn” session, hosted by Attorney Greg Chafee, Partner for the Energy Group of the Thompson Hine law firm.
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AT&T Brings New Virtual Reality Simulator to Newnan High School
April 15, 2016
Representatives from Newnan High School welcomed AT&T and the It Can Wait campaign to campus today to address a dangerous practice—smartphone driving distractions. Research shows that 7-in-10 people engage in smartphone activities while driving. It’s no longer safe to assume that people are just texting from behind the wheel.
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Georgia’s Unemployment Rate Rises to 5.5%
April 14, 2016
The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that the state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in March was 5.5 percent, up one-tenth of a percentage point from 5.4 percent in February. The rate was 6.2 percent in March 2015.
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How to Use a Stay Interview to Keep Good Employees
April 13, 2016
Employee retention may not be what the 50s crooner Frankie Valli had in mind when he sang that iconic line from the song “Stay,” but it is a topic of concern for every employer who fears losing top-tier talent. That is particularly the case for small businesses where the loss of a single employee may represent an entire job function or department. Add to that the strain involved in recruiting, hiring, and training a replacement — it’s a headache no employer wants.
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Taking Care of Your Business Means Taking Care of Yourself
April 11, 2016
Growing up, everyone is told there’s no room for selfishness in corporate America. If you want to be successful, then you have to be a team player. Unfortunately, over the years, many of us have confused the notion of being a “team player” with the idea that you can’t do anything for yourself. This often manifests itself in unhealthy habits that aren’t healthy or productive. As a busy entrepreneur who’s grown accustomed to selflessly serving everyone’s needs but your own, here are a handful of things you to start focusing on.
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Whose Fault Is It When Employees Fail?
April 08, 2016
I recently read a book that every small business owner and entrepreneur should read. “Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy Seals Lead and Win” is written by former U.S. Navy SEAL and current management consultants Jocko Willink and Leif Babin. I generally don’t look to martial or sports resources for today’s modern business problems, quite frankly because many of them are outdated and ineffective. These two professionals, however, provide experience from both their military and civilian background that every manager of people should have in their toolbox.
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Lessons to Learn on Great, Terrible Customer Service
April 07, 2016
There’s a lesson to be learned from everything — even from horrible customer service experiences. What can your small business learn about providing better customer service from the worst customer service mistakes other businesses make? The 2016 24/7 Customer Engagement Index has some answers.
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Rep. Lynn Westmoreland: MetLife Ruling a Devastating Blow to Dodd-Frank Bureaucratic Nightmare
April 05, 2016
Washington bureaucrats, overreaching regulations, and unsubstantiated labels: that’s been Dodd-Frank’s M.O. for the last six years. These truths were reinforced by U.S. District Judge Rosemary Collyer’s two-page order this week in the case of MetLife Inc. v. Financial Stability Oversight Council. Judge Collyer’s ruling in favor of MetLife delivered a devastating blow to Dodd-Frank’s “too big to fail” designation process.
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How to Increase Employee Engagement to Boost Your Bottom Line
April 01, 2016
In America, only 32 percent of employees are engaged at work, and it’s costing businesses billions of dollars a year in lost revenue, from the cost of employee turnover to lost productivity and poor customer satisfaction ratings. The answer: If you want to increase profits, keep your team happy.
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Still Climbing Out of the Recession? 8 Tips to Consider
March 25, 2016
Eight years after the recession, as many as 93 percent of U.S. counties are still feeling the effects. Only 1 in 5 small businesses have completely recovered. While the economy slowly improves, small businesses have sung the same tune of sluggish recovery for almost a decade.But it’s a new year. In a world of political and international uncertainty, 77 percent of small business owners feel confident about the upcoming year, and many are positioned to hire new employees and make strategic investments.
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Georgia Technology Summit Speakers Envision Innovation on Land, at Sea and in the Air
March 22, 2016
At the recent 12th Annual Georgia Technology Summit held in Atlanta by the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), three keynote speakers envisioned their respective spheres of influence where future technological innovation will flourish: within the growth of cities (such as Atlanta); in the air (The Weather Company); and, at sea (the U.S. Navy).
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5 Simple Reasons You Shouldn’t Be Afraid of Selling
March 16, 2016
Many entrepreneurs are afraid of selling. It’s a pretty common fear. While there are many reasons to fear selling, there are also great reasons why entrepreneurs shouldn’t be afraid of selling. That’s what this article is about.
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Can Your Customers Be Even More Valuable to Your Small Business?
March 14, 2016
There are no new ideas under the sun, really? So what can you do to help your small business stand out in the marketplace?
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Charlie Harper: Transit Support Growing While Funding Still Elusive
March 09, 2016
The direct tie of MARTA rail to economic development has transformed the conversation regarding MARTA expansion into one that can be had even in Republican circles. Discussion is relatively easy. Legislation, specifically ones that identify and appropriate sources of funds, are a bit harder.