tag:www.greenvillebusinessmag.com,2005:/categories/viewpoints?page=16Viewpoints | Greenville Business Magazine Page 16Your Business Resource for Greenville Metro & Upstate South Carolina2021-08-04T15:52:17-04:00urn:uuid:ff21b036-07fb-4d78-ba2d-879d5ea3b72e2021-08-02T10:02:02-04:002021-08-04T15:52:17-04:00The Art of Customer Service2021-08-02 10:02:02 -0400Leigh SavageSouth Carolina is 38th worst in the country. But not The worst.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:c8da44f3-20e2-4b7c-983a-d96c8dbd9a132021-07-01T12:26:42-04:002021-07-04T14:55:50-04:00Let’s Talk About Money With Our Children2021-07-01 12:26:42 -0400Leigh SavageParents are reluctant to talk about financial matters with their children, but then we inadvertently extend the cycle of financial illiteracy onto the next generation. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:77763667-ba3a-4f59-b5de-cfe5adf3860f2021-07-01T12:23:21-04:002021-07-04T14:58:19-04:00Start Thinking Differently About Talent2021-07-01 12:23:21 -0400Leigh SavageOn a global scale, there have been major shifts in the way we think about work, the people who do the work and where the work is done. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:3d325003-5883-441c-b65c-31032ba8f3f32021-07-01T12:20:23-04:002021-07-04T14:58:24-04:00 3 Ways An Evolved HR Team Drives Profits2021-07-01 12:20:23 -0400Leigh Savage
When the Covid-19 pandemic forced businesses to adapt to a new reality, many human resources departments faced challenges like never before. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ade9aa1d-afb5-41d9-bc0b-fb781f3fa0ae2021-07-01T12:13:19-04:002021-07-04T14:58:25-04:00The Evolving Employment Story2021-07-01 12:13:19 -0400Leigh SavageUnlike the Great Recession, which primarily affected male-dominated sectors such as manufacturing and construction, the Covid-19 recession disrupted the service sector, which employs more women.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:4c95f255-8cfe-45e2-b7e2-49df88a13f122021-07-01T12:09:44-04:002021-07-04T14:58:29-04:00Those Who Lead2021-07-01 12:09:43 -0400Leigh SavageThis month, we salute women in business in South Carolina, a group of business executives, owners and entrepreneurs who take responsibility, accept accountability and excel in various fields. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d331444e-64d2-4139-b831-47964521e4bb2021-06-03T11:11:39-04:002021-06-07T13:10:05-04:00Alternative Financing Does Not Have to be Predatory 2021-06-03 11:11:39 -0400Leigh SavageEven before the pandemic, low-income communities and individuals have experienced disproportionate access to traditional financial products.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:aa3676bb-655e-4d1c-b462-a5f4553161ab2021-06-03T11:09:23-04:002021-06-07T13:10:08-04:00Are You Ready To Go Viral? 2021-06-03 11:09:23 -0400Leigh SavageCommunications within an organization, referred to as internal communications, have become increasingly visible and simultaneously more complex in recent years.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:a189b8bb-ab95-4133-a50a-29f554af65092021-06-03T11:07:03-04:002021-06-07T13:10:13-04:00Adopt VoIP? Is Your Network Ready to Make the Transition?2021-06-03 11:07:03 -0400Leigh SavageWhile the cost savings and new applications of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) are rapidly attracting many small to mid-sized companies to this popular communication solution, it may come with a significant price to your network.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ca2fb0e0-158a-4cc8-9987-62bbe2943c862021-06-03T11:04:28-04:002021-06-07T13:10:14-04:006 Facets Of Human Needs That Drive Business Success2021-06-03 11:04:28 -0400Leigh SavageIn good economic times and bad, some businesses find a path to success while others are forced to board up their windows and doors.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6ee419a9-1177-4386-ac02-de50344e872f2021-06-03T11:00:08-04:002021-06-07T13:18:37-04:00From Father, To Son2021-06-03 11:00:07 -0400Leigh SavageHe’s carried the letter with him for nearly 52 years.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:4cb43d47-ca68-45ef-b6ff-88c6ae9fad062021-05-03T11:34:46-04:002021-05-03T12:44:37-04:00 S.C. Economy Weathering Covid Impacts 2021-05-03 11:34:46 -0400Leigh SavageHughes Investments Inc. and the city of Mauldin in April hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for BridgeWay Station, a master planned, mixed-use development in Mauldin.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:a54657e9-82aa-426d-a552-a85fcb307b2d2021-04-30T15:15:22-04:002021-04-30T17:23:34-04:00Wilfredo Léon: The Bridge Builder2021-04-30 15:15:21 -0400Leigh Savage"August 20th, 1985. That’s when I became ‘Latino,’” he claims. “Before that, I was just a regular guy.”<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:8adfeb3c-1625-473d-92c5-bdf6f5639cad2021-04-30T10:42:28-04:002021-04-30T17:23:38-04:00Why Responsible Brands Are Here To Stay2021-04-30 10:42:28 -0400Leigh SavageThere’s a rising tide of consciousness among us, resulting in the very real need for businesses to lead with greater purpose and intention.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:7f543ff6-6591-468e-bbc1-2e1669a8976b2021-04-30T10:37:40-04:002021-04-30T17:23:41-04:00What The Covid Pandemic Has Confirmed About 401(k) Investing2021-04-30 10:37:40 -0400Leigh SavageThe purpose is to help our 401(k) participants stay the course through good markets, bad markets and everything in between. Even the best investments won’t perform for you if you panic sell when things go wrong.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:4bd393a3-3b7d-4dff-b7ad-1e3a28f1f8292021-04-30T10:33:44-04:002021-04-30T17:23:42-04:00 We Are All Financial Literacy Teachers2021-04-30 10:33:44 -0400Leigh SavageOur state recognizes the importance of teaching financial literacy in our public schools. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:09447c03-7e80-4e48-8ecd-3830065f8b132021-04-30T10:18:36-04:002021-04-30T17:23:43-04:00Apartment Communities Have Positive Impact In South Carolina2021-04-30 10:18:35 -0400Leigh SavageAccording to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are over 400,000 apartment homes in South Carolina.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:faba2ba5-3580-4317-a486-e5cf580402232021-03-31T10:48:36-04:002021-03-31T12:01:52-04:00Covid-19 Vaccine In The Workplace: Legal, Practical Considerations2021-03-31 10:48:35 -0400Leigh SavageWhile the Covid-19 vaccine serves as a beacon of hope for a society eager to return to pre-pandemic life, it also presents a new host of challenges for employers.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:af26ba8a-40bc-44df-9439-adaabcd514ca2021-03-31T10:44:06-04:002021-03-31T12:01:53-04:00Make DACA the Example2021-03-31 10:44:06 -0400Leigh SavageOnly in the halls of government can an issue supported by 75 percent of Americans be considered controversial.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>urn:uuid:0fc1ef12-4bea-4d14-84cb-a179453c8b9a2021-03-31T10:40:33-04:002021-03-31T12:01:54-04:00Clear, Consistent, Aligned Company Culture Inspires High Commitment, Steady Growth2021-03-31 10:40:33 -0400Leigh SavageA 20th anniversary in commercial real estate is a great time to reflect on what makes a strong company culture and how to sustain it.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.greenvillebusinessmag.com">Greenville Business Magazine</a></small></p>