Why We Must Grow the Economy by at Least 3% – and How to Do It
Today, many Americans feel the burden of rising prices, homeownership seems increasingly out of reach, and they see growing government debt and deficits. They don't view the economy as working for them.America needs to make economic growth a national...
How to Answer That First Interview Question: “Tell Me About Yourself”
How to Answer That First Interview Question: "Tell Me About Yourself"The common interview question, "Tell me about yourself" feels like it should be easy to answer. You're the expert on yourself, after all. But all too often, this question, though intended to be a...
Distance Learning, Working Parents and Employers, Oh My
Fall 2020's Back-To-School hasn't been the "jump for joy" moment that many parents typically feel. Across the nation, school districts are pushing back the start of the year, embracing distance learning, and finding workable options to keep students and teachers safe...
Louisiana Film Prize has Record Year, Announces Finalists
Louisiana Film Prize has Record Year, Announces FinalistsFilmmakers around the country to compete for $50,000SHREVEPORT, LA — In a standing room only crowd of independent filmmakers from all overthe country, the Prize Foundation, a non-profit focused on developing the...
How Can Introverts Survive Hustle Culture?
Hustle culture is the sentiment that we've never quite worked enough. Despite how much we've put in on a given day, we can't simply allow ourselves to rest and feel good about it. Hustle culture teaches us to be ever-critical of our own performance and to never...
AFGSC leverages Total Force and local community partnerships to maintain competitive edge
Source: U.S. Strategic Command News Briefs (2 August 2024)AFGSC leverages Total Force and local community partnerships to maintain competitive edgeAir Force Global Strike Command Public Affairs, Aug. 1 | Aaliyah Beverly BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. -- As...
Startup Prize: Focus on Health Welcomes Record Number of Entrepreneurs and Startups
Finalists announced from largest geographic pool of health-focused entrepreneursStartup Prize: Focus on Health is proud to announce the companies who will be competing atthis year’s Final Final, Startup Prize’s final event happening on August 24. Presented by...
What Your Tipping Habits Say About You
Buy LocalTipping in restaurants has long been the norm here in the United States, but despite the fact that it's a common (and expected) practice, how much you tip, when, and where, remains a personal and often highly controversial choice.A recent survey by...
Choosing the Right Domain for Your Brand
Your domain name is the first thing visitors notice about your website. If you were doing business a few decades ago, your domain would be the equivalent of your shop name. Every domain name is distinct, but the greatest ones are relevant, recognizable, and simple to...
Improve Your Leadership Skills by Thinking Differently
Is your team stagnant, or is there a sense of tension in your department? It may not be "just your gut feeling," but rather an indication that your team is in a "flight or fight" mode. Today, we're looking at three distinct emotional states in the workplace, fight,...
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4 Ways to Get More Sales this Small Business Season
x It doesn’t matter what kind of business you are in. People need what you make and provide. If you’re fortunate, they’ll consider you when gift-giving this holiday season, but even if you’re not in retail or food/beverage, you can still bring in holiday customers...
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS INITIATIVE NAMES2024 YOUNG PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
x The Young Professionals Initiative of Northwest Louisiana, a program of the Greater Shreveport Chamber, is pleased to name Jonathan Wheelis as the recipient of the 2024 Young Professional of the Year Award. The award was presented at the 18th Annual 40 Under Forty...
NOEL FOUNDATION FUELS SCI-PORT DISCOVERY CENTER’SSPACE DOME PLANETARIUM TRANSFORMATION
Shreveport, Louisiana, December 2, 2024 — Sci-Port Discovery Center is thrilled to announce the successful upgrade of our planetarium's projection system, made possible by the generous support of the Noel Foundation. This enhancement revitalizes our planetarium...
Tips for Reaching Holiday Shoppers ThisSmall Business Season
x It feels like articles about holiday spending in recent years have all started with the same intro—costs are up, consumers are looking for value. While this year is no different, there are a few parts of the consumer landscape that present a unique set of challenges...