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Beware of Bank ImpostersBanking has changed quite a bit thanks to the internet. While many people still prefer the brick and mortar experience when dealing with their money, today you can do many of the same functions onli ... |
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Business Growth
7 Reasons Your Business Should Run Google AdsThe Use of Google Ads Google Ads is an online advertising platform developed by Google. This program enables businesses to set up ads that are displayed when potential customers search for related ... |
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Hey ChatGPT, How Can AI Help my Business?We have been hearing about artificial intelligence (AI) for years, but with the onset (controversy?) about ChatGPT, AI has made the headlines once again. In fact, if you search online for the term &ld ... |
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Business Growth
The Ultimate Checklist for Starting a BusinessStarting a business can be a daunting task, but with careful planning and execution, it can also be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. To help you get started, we've outlined the ... |
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Financial
Beware of ERC Credit MillsMost business owners are aware of the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) - a payroll tax credit for continuing to pay employees during times of revenue drop or Covid impacts to a business in 2020 and 202 ... |
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Beware of ERC Credit MillsMost business owners are aware of the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) - a payroll tax credit for continuing to pay employees during times of revenue drop or Covid impacts to a business in 2020 and 202 ... |
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A Public Service Profile on the Elements of Building RelationshipsYouth Intervention Specialist Elizabeth Covert, program participant Lamonte Davis, Program Manager Kristy Williams, program participant Zay’Den Hansley and Youth Intervention Specialist Kaylee ... |
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The GIN at Castle: Connecting Communities to ProsperityAccording to the Brookings Institute, innovation districts are dense engines of economic activity where research-oriented anchor institutions, high-growth firms, and tech and creative startups exist w ... |
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Human Resources
Reverse Mentorship: A Low-Cost Strategy to Connect Multi-Generational Talent TeamsFor the first time in history, the U.S. workforce is made up of five different generations: Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z, according to this recent Purdue University&nbs ... |
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An Estate Planning Checklist for EveryoneArticle contributed by Associate Wealth Advisor, Ross Allen, CFP®, EA, ATFA. As we previously discussed, having a sound estate plan is not something reserved for only the “ultra-weal ... |
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No-Cost Solutions to Avoiding Employee BurnoutBurnout may seem like just another HR buzzword, but it should be a top concern for employers across all business sizes and industries today. When a team member becomes overwhelmed by persistent and un ... |
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The ESG “Halo Effect”: Raising the Bar for Public Companies’ Commitment to Environmental and Social ChangeThis piece was contributed by Dr. Kevin Hale and Dr. Steven Kaszak, Assistant Professors of Accounting within CSB. To many the term ESG reporting is a foreign concept that holds little significance ... |
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Are you Following Robert's Rules at Your Community Association Meetings?If you're a board member of a community association, it's important that you familiarize yourself with and follow Robert’s Rules of Order. This article will give you some bac ... |
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Realtor Referral ProgramAs Spring is approaching I wanted to reach out and inform the Realtor Community about our company's Realtor Referral Program. We know that sometimes a customer is looking for a lot and/or land to ... |
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The Unexpected Opportunity: My Journey as an Interim Relationship Development DirectorAs an interim professional, taking on a new role can be daunting, especially when faced with uncertainty of relocating or embarking on a new career path. However, as I recently discovered in my role a ... |
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ReEngineer Your Outdated HR Practices and Reap the RewardsReEngineering HR offers an innovative solution to unlock the full potential of your most valuable asset - people! Our three-pronged approach utilizing Industrial & Organizational Psychology, Hum ... |
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Ladies, Blaze Trails & Break GlassLadies, there’s no better time than now to continue to blaze trails and break glass ! The last 10 years have seen an influx of women entering the workforce, and they've made a killer impac ... |
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Residential Real Estate
Six Things Renters Are Looking For in 2023Are you a rental property owner who wants to stay ahead of the curve? Then you'll want to know about some things renters are looking for in 2023. From energy-efficient appliances to private outd ... |
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Identity Theft AwarenessIt’s never a bad time to think about a sobering reality: your personal information has most likely already been stolen. Many entities have our personal information – credit card and bank ... |
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Developing a Strategy for the Journey AheadDoes anyone remember a time before GPS? Back when traveling, especially to unfamiliar places, meant pulling out an oversized map from the glove compartment and hoping there were no roadblocks or detou ... |
10 Steps To Prepare Your Facility For Heavy StormsThis article is authored by Rick Jones, Service Department Manager, Highland Roofing Company. It’s never too early to think about preparing your facility for heavy storms – especially now that our region is in the heart of hurricane season. Following is a 10-step action plan to ensure that your facility is ready for heavy storms. Be sure to check that your roof, gutters, and roof drains are clear of items that could damage the roof or block the flow of water ... |
The Luncheon for Literacy: More than a MealOn Thursday, May 19, 2022, the Cape Fear Literacy Council will celebrate the return of our signature event and fundraiser, the annual Luncheon for Literacy, after a two-year hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Like many aspects of post-pandemic living, a few things are different. This year we will gather outdoors at the Watermark Marina overlooking the Cape Fear River, with guests seated under a spacious tent. Attendees can expect an empowering atmosphere, breathtaking vi ... |
Scams Are Soaring – Keep Up Your GuardThe numbers are in. The Federal Trade Commission released its annual compendium of fraud reports from last year, and the news is shocking. Over the past three years, reported losses to consumer fraud has tripled, coming in at a reported $5.9 billion in 2021. Nearly six million US consumers reported a scam last year and the median loss was $500. But the FTC can only tell us about fraud that was reported – we know the losses and number of victims is far higher. ... |
