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Hair today, gone tomorrow? A new wig boutique can help

Editor’s note: I’m a breast cancer survivor. The surgeries and chemotherapy were bad enough but, honestly, one of the worst parts of the experience was losing most of my hair. After all, a woman’s hair is her crowning glory. And yes, I sought out a wig. A full head of hair gives us confidence and makes us shine. Having a good hair day can boost our confidence, as well as our mood. But if you suffer hair loss, it can affect you physically and emotionally. “Your hair doesn’t define you,

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Mitzi Oxford June 29, 2023 No Comments
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The truth about burnout

Whether you work in healthcare, in sales, or own a small business, chances are you’ve experienced hitting that wall on the job. You’re tired, irritable, and just not motivated.  There’s a name for this phenomenon. Burnout. According to a 2020 Gallup study, 76% of employees experience burnout at least sometimes, with 28% reporting feeling it very often or always. The study estimated that burnout costs the U.S. economy up to $190 billion in healthcare spending each year. Nate Lauger, Operations Director at Manpower Augusta, said burnout was an issue years

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Mike Petchenik June 28, 2023 No Comments
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Coach Dave Holdeman: The lifeblood of your business

David Holdeman (Coach Dave) has more than 30 years of experience running or partnering in various service businesses. He is the co-owner of the local TAB (The Alternative Board) franchise, specializing in helping small and medium-sized businesses run more efficiently. TAB is a peer-to-peer advisory board helping business owners work through opportunities and issues. For more info, email david@tabcsra.com. Your sales team is the lifeblood of your business. They are your most accessible brand ambassadors and are often, the only points of contact with your customers. They are the people

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Dave Holdeman June 28, 2023 No Comments
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Derek May: How do businesses cope with inflation?

Pivot. Price. Patience. Just a few words to have in your toolbox in the world of rising interest rates. We take a look back at the economic panel discussion from ABD’s Conference and Expo in May. Derek May, President of Azalea Investments, speaks about what businesses can do to remain financially stable.

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Derek May June 28, 2023 No Comments
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Expert presents optimistic news regarding economic outlook

When experts speak about the economic outlook, the news is often grim. But according to one economist, there are many reasons to be optimistic about future growth in the U.S. economy. While many predicted a recession in 2023, Dr. David Altig, Executive Vice President and Director of Research for the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, said there’s currently little evidence to support that prediction. Yesterday, Altig served as the keynote speaker for Augusta Technical College’s third annual Mid-Year Economic Outlook. “The U.S. economy is much stronger than we predicted, and

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Josh Heath June 28, 2023 No Comments
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Passport backlog jeopardizing travel plans for business and leisure

Summertime is traveling time and if you are venturing abroad, be aware there could be a big hitch in your plans. Whether traveling for business, pleasure, for students involved in international studies, or for church groups visiting other countries for ministry work, the new rules will apply. The standard passport renewal process, which typically takes a few weeks, can now take up to 13 weeks, not counting mail time which could add two or three more weeks. Even expedited service could take up to nine weeks. For a couple of

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Mitzi Oxford June 27, 2023 No Comments
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Next generation of cybersecurity professionals in training at camp

With recent reports of cyber attacks in the CSRA and around the country, it’s good to know the CyberPatriot summer camp program is training future leaders in the cybersecurity field. About 50 students, ages 10 to 16 from area schools are learning the importance of cyber safety and the basics of cybersecurity this week. The Fort Gordon Cyber District – Alliance for Cyber Education (ACE) team is hosting an Air Force Association (AFA) CyberPatriot Summer Camp at the Aiken Technical College campus. Instructors from NSA Georgia, Army Cyber Command, and

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Staff Report June 27, 2023 No Comments
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Military rallies around restaurant grand opening

For 25-year veteran, Kelly O’Neal (pictured above) and his retired Naval vet wife, Tiffany, a new mission begins this morning with a ribbon cutting and this afternoon with a radio remote. Their new “mission” is to rally thousands of military men and women from the CSRA and “regular folks” who enjoy good food and drinks at their Rally Point Grille restaurant. “I retired with top secret clearance at Fort Gordon,” said Kelly O’Neal. Now, he must re-earn the trust of people following a decorated military career. They are “accidental restaurateurs,”

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Neil Gordon June 26, 2023 No Comments
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