Edge
The latest Edge coverage from the Chattanooga Times Free Press, part of our Business section.
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Sometimes in business, the best move is no move at all
Many years ago, on a random Thursday at a random company, I received a message asking me to join the CEO and the head of HR in a conference room. Perhaps your first thought is that I was about to get a personal tour of the exit. But it turned out to be much worse than that. They wanted me to help rewrite the company values.
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2025 Latino Leadership Awards celebrate vibrant culture and community
On September 19, Chattanooga's Latino community and its supporters filled the ballroom of The Westin Chattanooga with joy, energy and pride as they celebrated the 2025 Latino Leadership Awards (LLAs), hosted by La Paz Chattanooga, the longest-serving nonprofit organization dedicated specifically to empowering and engaging the area's Latino population.
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Lowdermilk learned value of customer service at family flower shop
Everyone's career starts somewhere, and for Sammy Lowdermilk, it was among the flowers.
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Meet 11 of the latest hirings and promotions in the Chattanooga business community
Keri Randolph has been appointed as the next president of the Benwood Foundation Board of Trustees.
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Scenic City Therapy founder champions mental health in Chattanooga
Dr. Lar'Mara Henderson is a licensed clinical social worker, who founded her own private practice, Scenic City Therapy, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. At Scenic City Therapy, her mission is to "provide service members, individuals, families and groups with the necessary access, tools and resources to effectively manage mental health challenges in a culturally competent environment." As a Black woman, Dr. Henderson hopes to bring more minority representation into the psychological field. Diversity makes a difference, and her office fosters a sense of connection with people of any and all backgrounds. Those who may not be able to find a doctor who looks like them -- a doctor who truly sees them -- can find that at Scenic City. Since opening, she has helped hundreds of people in Chattanooga navigate anxiety, depression and PTSD.
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Home Builders Association of Chattanooga selling headquarters near Highway 153 for $1.1 million
If ever there were a Chattanooga building that was built to last, 3221 Harrison Pike might be it.
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Center for Sports Medicine and Orthopaedics extends walk-in hours, opens new Dayton clinic
When Dr. Tim Ballard joined the Center for Sports Medicine and Orthopaedics in 1996, the practice was nine years old and had a staff of 25.
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The cost of burnout on the job and how to prevent it
Burnout is more than just a buzzword. It's a growing reality in today's workplace. In fact, a recent Robert Half survey reveals a third of U.S. workers feel more burned out today than they did a year ago.
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Safeguarding your business: Understanding risk management essentials to survive and thrive
"Who Dares Wins," the motto of the British Special Air Service (SAS), is the battle cry of today's successful business. But while you need to take risks, you also can't run your business as Admiral Farragut did in the Civil War battle of Mobile Bay when he loudly commanded, "Damn the torpedoes and full speed ahead!"
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Here are five things we can do to ‘bounce back’ easier later in life
"How quickly can I get back to doing what I love?" As a physical therapist, I hear from patients who are eager to return to their regular routines. Bouncing back from an injury or illness can be challenging, but there is a wealth of evidence to help with a quick and safe recovery. Implementing these tips can help you get back to your normal routine faster.
