Edge
The latest Edge coverage from the Chattanooga Times Free Press, part of our Business section.
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Constantly acquiring more stuff? Try scaling back
The most important lesson I learned from college came three days after I graduated, when I started working at the front desk of a fitness club. It took only a few minutes -- wearing a name tag mistakenly spelled "Ben Lake" -- to realize that while tweedy professors might indulge my thoughts on Heidegger and Kierkegaard, the rest of the world was not yet convinced I could do anything more complicated than scan membership cards and hand people towels.
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EDGE networking: Business After Hours at The Signal
The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its October Business After Hours at The Signal, located at the historic Choo Choo. The monthly networking event rotates venues across the city, giving business professionals the opportunity to make conversation and build new connections. The Signal is a multi-use concert hall and event venue in the heart of Chattanooga. To catch the next Business After Hours, visit chattanoogachamber.com/events.
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EDGE networking: Miller & Martin Mornings breakfast
More than 100 local business and legal executives were in attendance for the Miller & Martin Mornings breakfast event this fall. Drawing on research and insights from former White House affiliates, guest speaker William J. Antholis, director and CEO of the Miller Center of Public Affairs, discussed the challenges of the modern presidency, offering perspectives on improving elections, transitions and collaboration between the president and Congress. The event is part of an ongoing series addressing issues for business leaders.
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Prosal does the hard work of finding government contracts for businesses
Prosal helps business leaders make faster and more informed decisions by aggregating siloed data from sources such as Federal Procurement Data Systems, industry forecasts and defense industry news, correcting inaccuracies and personalized insights.
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5 ways to lay the groundwork for a successful small business
Opening a business is a leap that requires commitment, resilience and a strong belief in your vision. When done right, a new business can create jobs, boost the economy, and potentially transform the community. Here are five tips to help navigate the complexities of launching and running a small business.
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AlloHire founder Hudson Brock helps companies make the right hires
When he was a senior at Covenant College about a decade ago, Hudson Brock took on an unusual challenge.
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Making the case for keeping humanity in the digital age
For however many weeks -- honestly, I've lost track at this point -- contractors have been at work replacing the windows in my home. To give you a general idea of the time frame, I'll just say that if Tennessee recognized common-law marriages, we'd probably qualify as a family by now.
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Five mistakes successful entrepreneurs avoid
One element of the "American Dream" is owning a business. While the entrepreneurial drive is a powerful force, the sad reality is that according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 25% of America's 32 million small businesses will shut down within the first year! And after five years this number jumps to almost 50%.
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Mattson goes big for small businesses as Chattanooga’s entrepreneurship czar
Sarah Mattson was working in Chattanooga's Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) when Tim Kelly, the city's mayor, announced in early 2023 that he would appoint a director of entrepreneurship for the city.
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Key points to consider when building your startup’s workforce
Starting a business means tackling countless challenges, but Human Resources often gets overlooked in the rush. In this Q&A, Rhonda Beard, Human Resources consultant and trainer for Bench Builders manufacturers in Chattanooga, offers advice for entrepreneurs working to attracting top talent, build company culture, craft benefit plans on a tight budget and more.
