Small Business in the Film and Entertainment Industry

Small Business and Its Impact on Georgia

In the 2017 edition of the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center’s publication, “Small Business and Its Impact on Georgia,” the article below titled, “Spotlight Industries in Georgia: Film & Entertainment,” was featured. Georgia has benefited tremendously from the film and television industry. In the 2015 fiscal year, feature films and television productions in […]

Augusta Metro Chamber Third Thursday Business Builder

Small Business Ops:  Your Future Plan Click here for more information on topics covered at the next Third Thursday Business Builder presented by the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce and State Bank.  Is your small business just getting started?  Is your small business “stuck” and in need of refreshing?  Is your small business ready to […]

Business Longevity: The Best Report Card for Business

What determines business longevity? If we all answered “Profitability, what else?,” we can’t be faulted for what perhaps 90% of people will answer. Turns out, there’s more to it than the “bottom line.” More precisely, profitability is the logical result of having the right mindset and attitudes towards the business which have longevity, not profitability, […]

Importance of Agriculture in Georgia

Small Business and Its Impact on Georgia

The business of Agriculture has long been an important part of Georgia’s economy and will continue to be a driving force at the local, state, and national level. Georgia has the unique attribute of being home to a diverse array of food and fiber production and a rich assortment of the related economic sectors that make the entire system work. Together, these directly and indirectly related industries account for over $74.3 billion dollars in output contribution to Georgia’s $907.7 billion economy. This economic role also includes over 411,500 jobs for 2014.

Common Cash Mistakes in Startups

Common Cash Mistakes in Startups Everyone can appreciate the value of cash. But, a new business startup is usually the most sensitive when it comes to the power of cash. Here are three common mistakes that can lead to major stress for a new business venture. Overspending in the Beginning – Entrepreneurs often think their […]

To My Employees With Love

Two lollipops. Red hearts. Candy. Love concept. Valentine day.

Today is Valentine’s Day and love is in the air. What better way to make your employees happy and productive than to declare your love for them? Not that kind of love–that’s creepy–but, rather, the platonic love that makes your employees feel cared for and appreciated–that’s your goal for this week. After all, without your employees, would […]

How can Small Business thrive in a Big Data World?

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]During the recent National Retail Federation Conference in New York City businesses both large and small were focusing on how to make big data translate into increased profits. Trend lines are clear. Businesses with systems in place to identify and implement marketing plans from key data sources will see sales increase by an average of […]

CyberStrength 2017 Conference

According to Timothy Francis, a leader in the cyber insurance field, 62 percent of cyber-breach victims are small and medium-sized businesses. How to Protect Your Small Business as Cybersecurity Threats Rise Small Business Trends Jun 3, 2016 by Larry Alton As digital interaction increases, small businesses have become an increasingly attractive target for cyber criminals […]