When Customers Become the Storytellers: How Local Voices Can Elevate Your Brand
Your most powerful marketing asset might not come from your ad budget. It may already be sitting in your inbox, posted on your review pages, or walking through your front door. When small businesses in Columbia County let customers share their stories in their own words, something powerful happens: trust deepens, engagement rises, and community credibility grows. It’s not just about testimonials — it’s about turning everyday experiences into meaningful narratives that resonate. Whether you're a retail
Less Panic, More Planning: How Tech is Easing the Tax Burden for Small Businesses
Once upon a time, business tax season was synonymous with shoeboxes full of receipts, spreadsheets riddled with errors, and frantic calls to CPAs. For entrepreneurs, tax time could feel like a yearly ambush, forcing them to reckon with the financial chaos they'd spent months ignoring. But that old anxiety is starting to fade. The rise of specialized technology—tools designed for the unique needs of business owners—has reshaped how taxes are handled, making the process faster, smarter, and far less
Doctors Hospital investing over $150+ million to care for more lives in more ways in the CSRA
Doctors Hospital of Augusta, part of the HCA Healthcare family of hospitals, is investing in the future of healthcare with the expansion of two hospital towers, the construction of a freestanding emergency room in Evans, the development of Graduate Medical Education (GME) programs, renovations for program growth, and extensive renovations and equipment upgrades across the hospital. Once completed, the expansions will lead to 110+ new full-time jobs. “Doctors Hospital is committed to meeting the
DIY Design on Your Time: Visual Strategy for the Overloaded Entrepreneur
When you're running a small business, you're juggling. Not the cool kind of juggling you might see in a subway show, either—this is inboxes at 2 a.m., taxes you forgot were due yesterday, and a website that keeps crashing during peak hours. So when someone tells you that your graphics need work, it stings. You know they’re right—but finding the time (and money) for full-blown design services? Not always an option. The good news is, you don’t need to be a design school graduate to make your brand look
How Strategic Data Use Is Changing Customer Service
In the competitive landscape of modern business, the ability to manage data effectively is not just an operational necessity but a strategic advantage. Companies that excel in data management can anticipate customer needs, streamline processes, and deliver personalized experiences that set them apart. By integrating advanced technologies such as OCR, predictive analytics, and big data, businesses can transform raw information into actionable insights. These insights empower organizations to enhance
Take Your Small Business to New Heights with Creative Marketing
As a small business owner, you hold the reins to your marketing destiny, with the power to craft strategies that resonate deeply with your audience. This autonomy allows you to forge meaningful connections and distinguish your brand in a competitive landscape. By focusing on innovative approaches and understanding your customers’ needs, you can create a marketing plan that not only captures attention but also fosters lasting relationships. Embrace the opportunity to tailor your marketing efforts, ensuring
Doctors Hospital of Augusta Partners with Golden Harvest Food Bank to Sponsor “It’s Spooky to Be Hungry” Campaign
AUGUSTA, GA (09/25/2024):Doctors Hospital of Augusta has proudly contributed $10,000 to Golden Harvest Food Bank in support of the "It’s Spooky to Be Hungry" annual campaign, one of the largest grassroots efforts to fight hunger across Georgia and South Carolina.Taking place throughout October, "It's Spooky to Be Hungry" began as a neighborhood food donation drive and has grown into a powerful virtual campaign involving hundreds of businesses, schools, community groups, and churches. This initiative aims