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Presentations Hold Lasting Power
When was the last time you had a speaking engagement? If the answer is “never” or “a long time ago” you may want to focus on finding an opportunity to present to an audience, either in person or through a live webinar or another online option. Many people ignore these valuable chances to address a…
Read MoreAtlanta Marketing Maven Named to AccountingToday List of Most Influential People
Leading accounting publication includes Bonnie Buol Ruszczyk and other key people in latest annual list of power players making a big mark on the the profession. September, 2016 – Atlanta – Bonnie Buol Ruszczyk, owner of highly-regarded Atlanta marketing firm bbr marketing, is among the most influential people in the accounting profession in 2016,…
Read MoreBusiness Tips and Trends from Atlanta Attorneys
In the most recent episode of Atlanta Business Radio’s series, Atlanta’s Most Trusted Advisors, Bonnie and her co-host, Ryan “Redhawk” McPherson, interviewed Keely Herrick and Stephanie Everett. Both guests are respected Atlanta attorneys who gained big-firm experience before launching their own boutique law practices. Stephanie has since moved into consulting, helping other law firms manage…
Read MoreClient News: Amy Williams Acquitted of Federal Bank Fraud After Eight Years
Case against Amy Williams ends in acquittal after eight-year legal action Gainesville, GA, August 2016 – The trial of Amy Williams, owner of United International Mortgage Corporation (UIM) in Georgia, concluded in August 2016 with an acquittal on all charges. Opened in 2010 and expanded on two different occasions during the course of the proceedings,…
Read MoreTalk More, Think More Creatively
Free-flowing conversation between colleagues can be a valuable source of ideas that help your firm perform at its highest level.
Read MoreClient News: Alisa Michael Assumes Leadership Role for Legal Market at Network 1 Consulting
AUGUST, 2016 – ATLANTA – Network 1 Consulting has played a significant role in the Atlanta legal community for nearly two decades, providing its many clients in the legal profession with outstanding technology service and support. The firm is now proud to announce that Alisa Michael has been promoted to the role of Executive Manager…
Read MoreHow Business Owners Can Avoid Employee Lawsuits
Cheryl Legare of Legare, Attwood & Wolfe sat down with Bonnie and her co-host, Ryan “Redhawk” McPherson, to talk about employment law on Atlanta Business Radio. Cheryl is a partner at the Atlanta firm, which represents employees in discrimination lawsuits, non-compete clause issues, contract negotiations and severance reviews. Her background includes work on the defense…
Read MoreSave the Endangered Period!
The next time you’re ready to begin a rant about these kids today, you might want to add this to list of youthful transgressions: Millennials are driving a language trend that could result in the demise of the period. That’s right, those young people are managing to pose a threat to proper punctuators everywhere with…
Read MoreWhy You Should Hire a Small Business Lawyer BEFORE You Even Need One
Trying to decide if and when your small business needs a lawyer, how to choose one and how to avoid common mistakes made by many small business owners can all feel like tricky (and expensive!) waters to navigate. Bonnie and Atlanta Business Radio co-host, Stone Payton, sat down with Heather Wright, founding partner of The…
Read MoreWho Wants to Go to Tonga?
The high point of the Big O Athletic Events occurred within the first few minutes and the big winner is already clear. It’s Tonga. Who would have predicted that?
Read MoreWTF, English Language?
With the ascent of social media, Americans are utilizing written communications in a public forum to a far greater degree than they once did. That’s not true for everyone, of course; there have always been prolific writers who shared their opinions and debated the issues of the day via thoughtful essays, outraged manifestos and carefully…
Read MoreGrab Your Crayons for National Coloring Book Day
Today is National Coloring Book Day. No joke, it really is. On August 2nd, people everywhere will be having coloring parties (yep, really) and celebrating their ability to color within the lines way better than elementary school children. In recent years, coloring books have gained in popularity among adults as a means of reducing stress…
Read MoreInterview with Colin Blalock, Master of Body Language
The guest of honor on our most recent Business Radio X Atlanta’s Most Trusted Advisors show is a perennial contender for “Nicest Former IRS Agent Alive.” Colin Blalock is also a prominent leader in the Georgia CPA scene and a partner at Atlanta firm Jones and Kolb, with a host of accolades to his name,…
Read MoreWhoops! And Here’s Why Proofreading Is So Important
If you’ve read the bbr marketing newsletter that went out yesterday, you probably noticed something – a glaring typo in the main headline.
Read MoreHow Caring Leadership Directly Affects the Growth of Your Firm
Strong leadership is something every firm needs…but is it possible to be supportive and caring and simultaneously bold and effective in that position? Bonnie and her co-host, Ryan “Redhawk” McPherson, recently interviewed Timothy Jones, author of the new book The Caring Warrior, during their Atlanta Business Radio on Business RadioX series Atlanta’s Most Trusted Advisors.…
Read MoreYour Keyboard Is More Dynamic Than You Realize
Ever since the dawn of typing, people have wondered why the keys aren’t laid out alphabetically. That way we’d know where to look for them, and after all, the original typewriters patented in 1868 did use an alphabetical layout. The QWERTY Keyboard The answer given most commonly is that the co-inventor of the typewriter, Christopher…
Read MoreCan Pokémon Go Work in Your Firm’s Marketing Mix?
Pokémon Go mania is taking over! Even if you aren’t that into mobile device games or have ever cared about Pokémon, it’s likely you’ve at least heard about this new phenomenon. In order to catch the little critters, users have to wander around to find new ones. And because many people aren’t paying attention to…
Read MoreTake a Bite Out of Shark Week Marketing
Did you know that it’s Shark Week? Of course you did, how could you not know, it’s all over the place! And I’ll wager that awareness isn’t solely through the marketing and advertising efforts of Discovery, the home station of Shark Week. When Shark Week first launched in the summer of 1988, it captured the…
Read MoreLinkedIn Campaign Manager New Features and Expanded Options
LinkedIn isn’t just for networking. It’s a powerful B2B advertising platform as well, with a professional audience and focus on business-related content that creates an ideal environment for delivering your message. Last summer the company rolled out a major revamp of its ad campaign manager in response to – and anticipation of – a sustained…
Read MoreTwitter Changes Made Simple
If you’re perplexed about the details of recent and upcoming Twitter tweaks, you’re not alone. Though most users are well aware that the platform is making changes, many are confused by exactly what those differences entail. Delightful as the adjustments may be, Twitter simply hasn’t done a great job of explaining what’s new or how…
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