So, you want to build a business? That’s a great idea! First, I want to inspire you, encourage you and bring clarity to the process. GETTING STARTED First, let’s define who your market is. Your market is a critical piece of the business because you must know and appeal to your audience. What is the […]
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As the saying goes, “You haven’t been to the Gulf Coast until you’ve been to Mary Mahoney’s!” So iconic is the upscale Biloxi restaurant that author John Grisham has referenced it in several of his best sellers. Other famous fans of the local landmark include the late Jimmy Buffett, actor Denzel Washington, golfer Jack Nicklaus, […]
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There are many well-written articles covering the technical aspects of building a business, offering step-by-step instructions regarding incorporation, marketing, etc. This isn’t that kind of article. I’m here to share the secrets that keep my business viable in adverse conditions. 1. NEVER GIVE UP. I believed I’d done all the right things. I hired good […]
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Here Walt Pannell, president, Gulf Coast Division at Cadence Bank, and Derrick Jackson, a certified financial coach, reflect on the origins and impact of the bank’s partnership with Operation HOPE. WHAT IS OPERATION HOPE? Operation HOPE is the largest, on-the-ground financial literacy organization in the U.S., with offices in over 250 cities serving over 900 […]
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I’m in the starfish-tree business, which proves that with inspiration, faith, vision, passion and perseverance, anyone can build a business around just about anything. Before I ventured into my retail, wholesale and online business of today, starfish always found a place in my home and former retail store, Flair Gifts in Bay St. Louis, which […]
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The Coast will be awash in crimson and cream this month as more than 1,000 Delta Sigma Theta members gather in the spirit of sisterhood. The sorority’s two local alumni chapters are preparing to host the 2024 Mississippi State Cluster of the Dynamic Southern Region, which will be held Feb. 23-25 at the Mississippi Gulf […]
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As a child who moved frequently, Jessica Shelley found comfort and stability at school. “It became my refuge, a place where I knew the expectations and could thrive,” the Gulfport resident recalls. “The constant encouragement my teachers gave is ultimately what inspired me to pursue a career in education so I could have the opportunity […]