Guest Contributor, Author at UPSTATE BUSINESS JOURNAL

Lessons from the Trenches: No one ever won an argument with a customer

All companies make mistakes, but how you handle them is what separates the men from the boys.

Moore to the point with John Moore: The world was changing long before COVID-19

Areas like the Upstate must retool faster than ever to remain competitive in this brave new world.

Manufacturing and technology are as important as ever: Lessons learned from a disruptive year

“You know what 2020 is? The year of clear vision.”

‘Tis the season for appreciation: Creative ways to give back to your employees this year

In lieu activities, there are some worthwhile alternatives to show employees your appreciation this year.

Year-end planning: How to be realistic and strategic

Year end is the perfect time to do this comprehensive review, from preparing for annual tax filing to planning for your business’s future.

Provided: 2020 year-end tax strategies for business owners

Review these tax strategies with your tax professional to see if they apply to your business.

Lessons from the Trenches: Tips for a bulletproof noncompete agreement

A lot of times you will hear that the noncompetes don’t hold up in court. That is true — if they aren’t written properly based on the laws of the state where you do business.

Fighting the urge to settle for instant gratification

By Dean Hybl In a world where technology has made waiting for anything seem antiquated and unnecessary, I think it is fair to say that, for most of us, instant…