Right Target, Right Message, Right Medium

Posted by Geoffrey Loften
On June 6, 2017

Crafting the Perfect Digital Marketing Strategy This half-day workshop will take a deep dive into these three key concepts: who you are, who your customers are, and where they are as it relates to your digital marketing strategy. The class will be a blend of lecture instruction, small group discussion and guided workshop, so that […]

QuickBooks | July 12

Posted by Rebecca Kruckow
On June 5, 2017

Developed specifically for beginners and prospective users the course provides a practical hands on approach to learning the features and the functions available to users online.

Networking and Lead Generation in Today’s Digital World

Posted by Geoffrey Loften
On June 5, 2017

I often talk to small business owners about the importance of networking for lead generation. And often times, I am met with resistance as the business owner recalls the countless networking events he has attended, that were not enjoyable, and from which no new doors were opened. The reason for this is his networking activities […]

Take the time to GrowSMART

Posted by Nathan Arnold
On June 1, 2017

It is not uncommon for small business owners to get so wrapped up in the day to day operations of the business that they forget to take the time to really evaluate the direction of the company. Is the business on track to meet it’s financial goals? Is the mission statement still relevant or has […]

Delivering Great Customer Service in a Digital World

Posted by Nathan Arnold
On June 1, 2017

Heather Sharpe, Business Consultant, UGA SBDC in Albany It seems that customers have an endless way to interact with businesses these days – and an equally endless number of ways to share their experience, good or bad. What is the best way to manage this interaction? And how do you stay on top of online […]

The Dangers of Micromanagement

Posted by Cheryl Greenerl
On May 31, 2017

Micro-management can be the death of teams, initiatives, organizations and long-awaited impact. It is defined as a management style that closely observes or controls the work of subordinates or employees. In fact, the exertion of excessive control is one of the hallmarks of positional leadership- the lowest level of leadership. Here are four unwanted outcomes […]

Half of Millennials Plan to Start a Business in the Next 3 Years

Posted by Ashley Panter
On May 31, 2017

Study Conducted by America’s SBDC Reveals Insights into the Entrepreneurial Mindsets of Different Generations of Americans Washington, D.C. – America’s SBDC partnered with the Center for Generational Kinetics to better understand how different generations view and approach entrepreneurship. The findings reinforced previously held beliefs such as a strong entrepreneurial inclination among millennials, while challenging preconceived […]

Digital Entrepreneur Sharpens Own Business Practices By Teaching

Posted by Molly Knight
On May 30, 2017

Garrett Massey’s web development start-up, Eyesore Inc., is in its fourth office since its 2007 launch, a historic Coca-Cola bottling facility in downtown Griffin. With nine full-time staff and annual sales shaping up to 50 percent growth for 2015, the company would seem to consume all of his time and energy. It does not. Massey […]

Wine Conference | June 7

Posted by Molly Knight
On May 26, 2017

This is the must-attend educational and networking event if you are associated with the wine industry in Georgia.

2017 – Starting A Business – Augusta – June

Posted by Rebecca Kruckow
On May 22, 2017

Topics for discussion include: Personal Traits of an Entrepreneur Marketing Analysis Legal and Insurance Considerations Technology for Your Business Bookkeeping and Accounting Basics Financial and Money Management Basics of Business Plan Preparation Who should attend: Startups (businesses less than 2 years old) Resources included: Textbook Copy of Presentation Materials Additional Handouts Join us on […]