http://www.examiner.com/atlanta?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance Lastest News and Articles from Examiner.com Tue, 24 Nov 2009 05:39:54 GMT http://www.examiner.com/x-26228-Atlanta-Economy-Examiner~y2009m11d23-Unemployment-in-Georgia-continues-to-grow-faster-than-the-rest-of-the-US?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance On November 20 the Bureau of Labor Statistics released its report on the unemployment rates in each state. The U.S. unemployment rate grew to 10.2 percent in October, up 0.4 percentage point from September. The Georgia unemployment... Tue, 24 Nov 2009 02:11:02 GMT Bethany Mullin - Atlanta Economy Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-26228-Atlanta-Economy-Examiner~y2009m11d23-Unemployment-in-Georgia-continues-to-grow-faster-than-the-rest-of-the-US?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-30970-Atlanta-Mortgage-Industry-Examiner~y2009m11d23-Financing-and-restoring-foreclosures-in-Atlanta?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance Everyone is aware of the devastation to the real estate industry in the recent economic turn down. Leaving hundreds and even thousands of vacant homes across the nation the recession has also created a unique and perhaps once in a lifetime opportunity... Mon, 23 Nov 2009 22:15:52 GMT Ken Cook - Atlanta Mortgage Industry Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-30970-Atlanta-Mortgage-Industry-Examiner~y2009m11d23-Financing-and-restoring-foreclosures-in-Atlanta?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-19777-Atlanta-Personal-Finance-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Credit-Unions-and-your-money?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance On Tuesday, November 17, Georgia Credit Union Affiliates (GCUA)  issued a new survey of 1000 Georgians spending habits for this upcoming Holiday Season.  According to this survey, 52 percent are planning to spend less than they did... Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:21:14 GMT Melissa Kennebrew - Atlanta Personal Finance Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-19777-Atlanta-Personal-Finance-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Credit-Unions-and-your-money?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-22764-Atlanta-Business-Commentary-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Camouflage-Management-Inks-MultiLayered-Deal-for-DJ-Mr-Rogers?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance   Atlanta based Camouflage Management has inked a multi-layered deal with Jive Records for Houston's DJ Mr. Rogers.  DJ Mr. Rogers is the creative force behind the Billboard Chart topping hit "Flex" featuring The Party... Sun, 22 Nov 2009 03:58:08 GMT Gerard Spinks - Atlanta Business Commentary Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-22764-Atlanta-Business-Commentary-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Camouflage-Management-Inks-MultiLayered-Deal-for-DJ-Mr-Rogers?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-30901-Atlanta-Finance-Examiner~y2009m11d20-Make-money-your-friend?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance Everywhere you look are foreclosures, layoffs, and company shutdowns. People are cutting back doing the things that they have normally done; like eating out, movies, and even forsaking their favorite java. Others are moving in with friends, co-workers... Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:25:21 GMT Dorothy Davis - Atlanta Finance Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-30901-Atlanta-Finance-Examiner~y2009m11d20-Make-money-your-friend?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-19648-Atlanta-Small-Business-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Growing-bottom-line-profits-with-cash-back-from-your-lease?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance In this tough economy wouldn't you like to get a nice check back from your landlord? That's the question Richard Nahodyl, founder of ADVANCE Lease Audits, asks CFOs when he walks into their office. CFOs have tightened the bolts on their businesses... Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:26:10 GMT Sam Dobrow - Atlanta Small Business Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-19648-Atlanta-Small-Business-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Growing-bottom-line-profits-with-cash-back-from-your-lease?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-20987-Atlanta-Small-Business-Examiner~y2009m11d13-Stretching-a-dollar-for-entrepreneurs-event-held-despite-effects-of-Hurricane-IDA?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance Despite the rain coming down sideways and standing water in the streets from the effects of Hurricane IDA, the first Stretching A Dollar For Entrepreneurs Event still marched on at Golden Corral in Conyers, Georgia. I hosted the event and admired... Sat, 14 Nov 2009 07:13:34 GMT Lisa Sims - Atlanta Small Business Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-20987-Atlanta-Small-Business-Examiner~y2009m11d13-Stretching-a-dollar-for-entrepreneurs-event-held-despite-effects-of-Hurricane-IDA?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-24419-Atlanta-Womens-Business-Examiner~y2009m11d10-Are-you-a-good-networker--Say-what-you-mean-and-mean-what-you-say---?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance Business networking is a vital part of establishing solid relationships. If done correctly you can establish a worldwide network which can bring you not only a wealth of contacts but continual leads and referrals which will lead to financial wealth.... Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:02:12 GMT Chanda Lightsey - Atlanta Women's Business Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-24419-Atlanta-Womens-Business-Examiner~y2009m11d10-Are-you-a-good-networker--Say-what-you-mean-and-mean-what-you-say---?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-9346-Atlanta-Customer-Service-Examiner~y2009m11d7-Give-customers-the-attention-they-deserve?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance Your organization is most likely spending a significant amount of money trying to woo new customers. New accounts are expensive to find and win; therefore in addition to getting new customers, it is equally important for your organization to protect... Sat, 07 Nov 2009 22:44:47 GMT Meredith Estep - Atlanta Customer Service Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9346-Atlanta-Customer-Service-Examiner~y2009m11d7-Give-customers-the-attention-they-deserve?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-20296-Atlanta-Business-Insight-Examiner~y2009m11d6-When-do-I-pick-the-battle?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance Emotional intelligence, or EQ, is the business world's measurement tool defining those who have intuitive social skill and a keen eye for how to understand politics and culture. Those high in EQ are said to have good social interaction with peers,... Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:36:23 GMT John Jakovenko - Atlanta Business Insight Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-20296-Atlanta-Business-Insight-Examiner~y2009m11d6-When-do-I-pick-the-battle?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-13259-Atlanta-Mortgage-Examiner~y2009m11d6-October-job-report--Unemployment-hits-102?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance Whereas last week politicians, pundits, Wall Street and economists heralded headlines touting 3.5% growth in GDP and 640,000 jobs created by the stimulus package, unemployment reports continue to be the wet blanket stifling economic recovery... Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:19:20 GMT Leslie Davis - Atlanta Mortgage Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13259-Atlanta-Mortgage-Examiner~y2009m11d6-October-job-report--Unemployment-hits-102?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-26244-Atlanta-Business-Examiner~y2009m11d3-Norwood--Reed-To-Run-Atlanta?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance With 100% of the precincts in, it looks like it will be two Atlanta insiders running the City.  Mary Norwood is showing a 7% lead over Kasim Reed who chose to leave his seat in the State Senate to run for the Atlanta Mayor position. ... Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:48:56 GMT James Thomas - Atlanta Business Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-26244-Atlanta-Business-Examiner~y2009m11d3-Norwood--Reed-To-Run-Atlanta?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-10910-Atlanta-Nonprofit-Business-Examiner~y2009m10d25-Dont-be-afraid-to-cut-the-fat-from-your-organization?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance "You're fired!"  In today's ever-dwindling economy, this phrase is the most dreaded and least anticipated by any employee.  It is also probably the least common heard by any volunteer.  Most, if not all, non profit... Mon, 26 Oct 2009 03:39:19 GMT Trakeisha Franklin - Atlanta Nonprofit Business Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10910-Atlanta-Nonprofit-Business-Examiner~y2009m10d25-Dont-be-afraid-to-cut-the-fat-from-your-organization?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-27031-Atlanta-Small-Business-Examiner~y2009m10d19-Current-Senate-bill-could-save-small-businesses-thousands-in-taxes?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance The Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2009 proposes to save the average small business thousands of dollars each year in tax liabilities. The bill introduced on June 25 by Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa is currently in the Senate Finance Committee.... Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:26:44 GMT Jennifer Duffey - Atlanta Small Business Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-27031-Atlanta-Small-Business-Examiner~y2009m10d19-Current-Senate-bill-could-save-small-businesses-thousands-in-taxes?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-23810-Atlanta-Small-Business-Marketing-Examiner~y2009m10d13-Are-you-letting-your-gatekeeper-screen-your-calls-make-executive-decisions-and-cost-you-money?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance   It happens more and more lately - I make a sales call to a business and when I say “Tim Smith please,” the receptionist or administrative assistant (gatekeeper) asks me “what’s the nature of the call?” At this... Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:26:34 GMT Michael Miller - Atlanta Small Business Marketing Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-23810-Atlanta-Small-Business-Marketing-Examiner~y2009m10d13-Are-you-letting-your-gatekeeper-screen-your-calls-make-executive-decisions-and-cost-you-money?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-14435-Atlanta-Marketing-Examiner~y2009m10d12-15-Ways-To-Measure-Return-on-Engagement?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance I found this great article on PRSarahEvans.com. I recently wrote about the challenges of measuring the effectiveness and  the ROI of  Social Media Marketing. There are various metrics digital marketers... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:21:16 GMT Stephanie Richardson - Atlanta Marketing Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14435-Atlanta-Marketing-Examiner~y2009m10d12-15-Ways-To-Measure-Return-on-Engagement?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-15076-Atlanta-Small-Business-Strategies-Examiner~y2009m10d11-Change-Management?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance Change Management As a business grows and matures, change becomes inevitable. Every business enterprise has the need to change their policies and procedures to accommodate new requirements. Depending on the nature and severity of the change, there can... Mon, 12 Oct 2009 08:06:14 GMT William Bauchat - Atlanta Small Business Strategies Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15076-Atlanta-Small-Business-Strategies-Examiner~y2009m10d11-Change-Management?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-22983-Atlanta-Business-Strategies-Examiner~y2009m10d9-Going-public-Should-you-opt-for-an-IPO?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance For many business owners, going public represents the ultimate end game for their companies: a chance to cash in on all of their hard work in building their business. For others, it’s a way to raise much-needed capital to fuel continued growth.... Sat, 10 Oct 2009 02:04:58 GMT Don Sadler - Atlanta Business Strategies Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-22983-Atlanta-Business-Strategies-Examiner~y2009m10d9-Going-public-Should-you-opt-for-an-IPO?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-23534-Atlanta-Real-Estate-Examiner~y2009m10d9-Things-to-know-before-buying-a-Florida-beach-condo?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance In my last article, I explained the tremendous opportunities currently awaiting condo buyers on the Florida gulf coast. Thanks to the real estate slump, prices have plunged over the past couple of years, making this the best market for buyers since the... Sat, 10 Oct 2009 01:43:03 GMT Brian Patton - Atlanta Real Estate Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-23534-Atlanta-Real-Estate-Examiner~y2009m10d9-Things-to-know-before-buying-a-Florida-beach-condo?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance http://www.examiner.com/x-21404-Atlanta-Startup-Business-Examiner~y2009m9d12-Choosing-the-right-structure-for-your-business?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance Once you’ve decided to start your own business, you will need to obtain the proper license to operate as well as your business structure. The business structure you choose will determine if you receive certain tax advantages, how much tax you pay... Sat, 12 Sep 2009 22:26:19 GMT Goldyn Smith - Atlanta Startup Business Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-21404-Atlanta-Startup-Business-Examiner~y2009m9d12-Choosing-the-right-structure-for-your-business?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Business_and_Finance