VALDOSTA - The SGBC is pivoting its first quarter focus toward intensive business education and capital readiness for minority entrepreneurs. VALDOSTA, GA — In a bold move to reshape the economic landscape of South Georgia, the…
Business > Make Tough Decisions Less Daunting
Harvard Business Review Difficult conversations are inevitable. But if you manage them properly, you can keep your relationships intact. First, don’t think of the conversation as difficult – you’ll only feel nervous and upset. Instead,…
Business > Georgia Manufacturing Slightly Down
ATLANTA -- Manufacturing in Georgia fell 1.5 points to 60.5 in the month of March, but remains strong according to the Purchasing Managers Index released today by Kennesaw State University’s Econometric Center in the Michael…
Hahira > New Huddle House is Owner’s Lifelong…
HAHIRA -- For more than two decades, Barry Robinson would leave his office where he was vice president of the popular Harvey's supermarket chain and walk across the street to eat at Huddle House. Earlier…
Automotive > Will China Lead Lincoln Back?
NEW YORK -- The Big Apple is still the nation’s largest luxury-car market. And Lincoln is wooing New Yorkers this week with a Lincoln Continental concept car at the New York International Auto Show that…
Business School > Small Steps Can Put Work…
Harvard Business Review Setting work goals is easy. Accomplishing them is another matter. If you want your resolutions to stick, you need to: • Commit publicly: Write down your goals, and share them with your…
Bush > Trust Basics
Stacy Bush, Valdosta Today Finance Contributor Whether you're seeking to manage your own assets, control how your assets are distributed after your death, or plan for incapacity, trusts can help you accomplish your estate planning…
Business > Show Off Your Expertise With Examples
Harvard Business Review Many people shy away from self-promotion because they don’t want to seem like a jerk. It doesn’t have to be that way. Try demonstrating your expertise with stories, not words. Saying “I’m…
Business > Put a Micromanager at Ease by…
Harvard Business Review Working under a micromanager is not uncommon. You can’t turn things around with a single conversation, but if you start talking about future goals, you can, little by little, help your boss…