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Transforming Communities Through Education

Sep 13, 2021 02:36PM ● By D. Galen DeHay, Ph.D.

At Tri-County Technical College (TCTC), we use the transformative power of education to create opportunity for all. Our student success mission equips us to do this work, and we have the partnerships to provide our students equitable opportunities to meet their career and life aspirations. Simply put, we are our community’s college.

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And the Future Holds?

Sep 13, 2021 02:10PM ● By David Dykes

So what’s next? In these times of Covid-19 and the Delta variant, consider: - South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson on Aug. 10, 2021, delivered a letter to Columbia City Council and Mayor Steve Benjamin warning the school mask mandate they passed violates state law and the city must take action or face legal consequences

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A Bright Spot In The Housing Shortage

Aug 02, 2021 10:24AM

The urgent need for more housing seems to be on the minds of every business, community, and real estate leader in the Upstate right about now.

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Why Should Companies Hire Athletes?

Aug 02, 2021 10:22AM

Research suggests athletes make good hires. After considering the number of hours spent at practice and competitions, chasing a dream, it should come as no surprise these players will succeed in work environments

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Why IT is Key To Every Business’s Success

Aug 02, 2021 10:16AM

Fixing computers is only a tiny piece of an IT professional’s duties.

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Where Data Privacy Regulation Is Headed And How To Prepare

Aug 02, 2021 10:12AM

Data privacy laws and regulations are now developing at a rapid rate.

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The Art of Customer Service

Aug 02, 2021 10:02AM

South Carolina is 38th worst in the country. But not The worst.

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Let’s Talk About Money With Our Children

Jul 01, 2021 12:26PM

Parents are reluctant to talk about financial matters with their children, but then we inadvertently extend the cycle of financial illiteracy onto the next generation.

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Start Thinking Differently About Talent

Jul 01, 2021 12:23PM

On 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.

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3 Ways An Evolved HR Team Drives Profits

Jul 01, 2021 12:20PM

When the Covid-19 pandemic forced businesses to adapt to a new reality, many human resources departments faced challenges like never before.

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The Evolving Employment Story

Jul 01, 2021 12:13PM

Unlike 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.

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Those Who Lead

Jul 01, 2021 12:09PM

This 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.

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Alternative Financing Does Not Have to be Predatory

Jun 03, 2021 11:11AM

Even before the pandemic, low-income communities and individuals have experienced disproportionate access to traditional financial products.

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Are You Ready To Go Viral?

Jun 03, 2021 11:09AM

Communications within an organization, referred to as internal communications, have become increasingly visible and simultaneously more complex in recent years.

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Adopt VoIP? Is Your Network Ready to Make the Transition?

Jun 03, 2021 11:07AM

While 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.

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6 Facets Of Human Needs That Drive Business Success

Jun 03, 2021 11:04AM

In good economic times and bad, some businesses find a path to success while others are forced to board up their windows and doors.

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From Father, To Son

Jun 03, 2021 11:00AM

He’s carried the letter with him for nearly 52 years.

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S.C. Economy Weathering Covid Impacts

May 03, 2021 11:34AM

Hughes Investments Inc. and the city of Mauldin in April hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for BridgeWay Station, a master planned, mixed-use development in Mauldin.

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Wilfredo Léon: The Bridge Builder

Apr 30, 2021 03:15PM

"August 20th, 1985. That’s when I became ‘Latino,’” he claims. “Before that, I was just a regular guy.”

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Why Responsible Brands Are Here To Stay

Apr 30, 2021 10:42AM

There’s a rising tide of consciousness among us, resulting in the very real need for businesses to lead with greater purpose and intention.

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What The Covid Pandemic Has Confirmed About 401(k) Investing

Apr 30, 2021 10:37AM

The 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.

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We Are All Financial Literacy Teachers

Apr 30, 2021 10:33AM

Our state recognizes the importance of teaching financial literacy in our public schools.

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