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Monday, May 23, 2022

More pain coming at the gas pumps

In the coming months, you may be able to increase the value of your car simply by filling the gas tank. The average national per gallon price of gas is now at a record $4.589, but experts predict it will go higher – may be significantly higher. Georgians have enjoyed some of the lowest per-gallon prices…

ByGary Kauffman16 hours ago0Comments

B2B Podcasting

Free Access: What to look for in a computer upgrade

When it’s time to upgrade your computer, there are a few things to consider – including one that’s a year or two old. Patrick Reynolds of Crosslink Consulting gives tips on the most important things to look for in a new computer.

ByPatrick Reynolds16 hours ago0Comments

B2B Stories Business Coaching

Mondays with Rick: The key to the back of the store is efficiency

Gary Kauffman Dr. Rick Franza, Dean of the Hull College of Business, discusses a different, timely business topic each Monday in this column. This week he talks about one of the important aspects of running a business, the second of a two-part series. The interview has been edited for clarity and impact. Dr. Rick Franza, Dean of…

ByGary Kauffman16 hours ago0Comments

B2B Stories Chamber News Top Story

Business leaders advised how to navigate social media landmines

According to Debbie Reeves, people don’t always use common sense, courtesy, and kindness when posting on their social media accounts. Reeves, Account Executive with Lamar Advertising Company, said it’s especially important for sales professionals to avoid posting derogatory content about people or businesses because clients read that content. “Even if your remarks are personal opinions and protected…

ByJosh Heath5 days ago0Comments

B2B Stories Economics

Economy bouncing back from pandemic swoon but not all businesses affected equally

Despite inflation and supply chain issues, the economy is showing signs of bouncing back to normal from the two-year malaise of the pandemic. According to the most recent Advance Estimates of U.S. Retail and Food Services issued by the U.S. Department of Commerce, retail and food services sales increased by 0.9 percent in April from March,…

ByGary Kauffman5 days ago0Comments

Awards Consumer Stories Good Deeds

Employees earn a prestigious award for Queensborough

Most companies think of themselves as great places to work, but Queensborough National Bank & Trust has actual proof of it. The bank recently earned the Great Place to Work Certification, an award based on employee feedback. “We are thrilled to receive this designation and hope it will help us recruit and retain talent in today’s…

ByGary KauffmanMay 18, 20220Comments

B2B Stories Economics

Simon says: Georgia ranked first or eighth or 22nd best for business. Who’s right?

Dr. Simon Medcalfe, AU Economics Professor Area Development Magazine ranked Georgia as the No. 1 state for business for the eighth consecutive year in October 2021. They polled 50 private consulting firms and Georgia received top scores for the cost of doing business, government cooperation, and labor market competitiveness. CNBC, however, said Virginia was the top state…

ByDr. Simon Medcalfe, AU Economics Professor May 18, 20220Comments

B2B Stories Entrepreneurs

Music sets the tone for up-and-coming North Augusta business

Kevin Isham is an HVAC tech by day but he is a musician at heart who plays guitar, drums, the harmonica, and banjo. His main goal as a music lover is to provide a venue for listening to good music and that led to Julio’s Cantina in his backyard. He and his wife, Heather, have hosted…

ByMitzi OxfordMay 18, 20220Comments

B2B Stories Business Coaching

A checklist to improve your non-profit’s fund-raising efforts

Perry M. Smith, Jr. is a teacher, speaker, TV, and radio commentator and best-selling author, and executive producer of four videos. Hundreds of millions of television viewers worldwide came to know him during the 1991 Persian Gulf War for his more than 100 appearances as a military analyst on network television. Smith served for 30…

ByRet. Maj. General Perry SmithMay 17, 20220Comments

B2B Stories Economics

Another electric vehicle plant coming to Georgia

Hyundai plans an EV plant near Savannah and a former Coca-Cola chemist is going to jail for helping China. – Augusta Business Daily by Mike Petchenik Mike-Petchenik-5-17-22

ByMike PetchenikMay 17, 20220Comments