I'm not supposed to write about me, but I know me and last night I couldn't get to sleep because I kept playing part of the The Road Connection's video in my head.
It amazes me to think that 33,000 people die on our roads each year and one third of those accidents occur because of the condition of the road. I started to look around online and found itoworld.com has a map that shows road fatalities from 2001-2009. Seeing the route that my husband takes to work reminds me that I truly am blessed to have him arrive home safely each day.
The Road Connection, founded by American businesses, has taken on the responsibility not only save our infrastructure but to save lives as well. Roads are important to all of us and this initiative should not be ignored.
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Friday, February 17, 2012
We love Small Parts
SmallParts.com has it all. If you are in need of items for work or school, SmallParts.com has it. We are thrilled that Amazon recognized the need for this business and encourage you to visit them. See more details about SmallParts.com here
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Free Business Advice
As you know, I like to read. For my pleasure this week I took a few hours to read about business. You've probably read the typical books on best business practices, the ways to increase productivity and creativity, and the need for self discipline. It wasn't boring reading for me, it was actually inspiring. I've been trying to build this business of mine and have been dealing with a number of different companies. I have learned a little more about business than I knew when Georgianna Hardware first started so I have decided to write the first installment of my book and share it with you. Here goes.
Do not put the cart before the horse.
Please feel free to use this valuable advice and share it with your friends and family.
Do not put the cart before the horse.
Please feel free to use this valuable advice and share it with your friends and family.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
I'm outnumbered!
There are a lot of you that have a difficult time keeping up with industry news and it's really no wonder. Best I could figure is that 273 million people in America use the internet and much of the news is posted on the internet. I can assure you that all of those people can type fast!
I'm old school. I read more than I write. Take a look at the list of technical publications that we at Georgianna Hardware Corporation read. If you see one that is of interest to you consider following Georgianna Hardware Corporation through Facebook or Twitter.
Sunday, February 5, 2012
The American Way
Since starting Georgianna Hardware I have learned a lot. Rumors fly faster than you can slip on ice. Recently an associate of mine had somebody ask how much money they make from their internet business. "35 million dollars," was the answer.
Wow! That's a lot of money, but the real answer is a lot less than that. A lot less. My associate put in 540 hours working on his web site last month. That's over thirteen work weeks in the last thirty days. (18 hour days for the last thirty days, 540 hours divided by a 40 hour week.) Thank goodness this guy has youth on his side!
The up side of working this business is we do get a behind the scenes view. I am happy to tell you that all of the things you read and hear about privacy are true. There is never a name mentioned, never an IP address given. Sure, there are hackers that somehow intentionally steal information, but companies really do respect your privacy. Those hackers would get us one way or the other because that is their intent.
For those of you that think the guy on the internet is on the "Get Rich Quick Train", I ask that you remember their eighteen hour days. I'm impressed with my associates because I see them work hard at sharing. It's the American way.
(I couldn't even believe it. I did the math five times to come up with 13.5 forty hour work weeks.)
Wow! That's a lot of money, but the real answer is a lot less than that. A lot less. My associate put in 540 hours working on his web site last month. That's over thirteen work weeks in the last thirty days. (18 hour days for the last thirty days, 540 hours divided by a 40 hour week.) Thank goodness this guy has youth on his side!
The up side of working this business is we do get a behind the scenes view. I am happy to tell you that all of the things you read and hear about privacy are true. There is never a name mentioned, never an IP address given. Sure, there are hackers that somehow intentionally steal information, but companies really do respect your privacy. Those hackers would get us one way or the other because that is their intent.
For those of you that think the guy on the internet is on the "Get Rich Quick Train", I ask that you remember their eighteen hour days. I'm impressed with my associates because I see them work hard at sharing. It's the American way.
(I couldn't even believe it. I did the math five times to come up with 13.5 forty hour work weeks.)
Saturday, February 4, 2012
I've been removed from blogging due to my responsibilites being changed up a little because of my husband's surgery, but I'm back and though I didn't accomplish everything on my list I'm very pleased that we were able to get some site updates done.
I'm hoping that the new Kinect page on our site answers your questions about the Kinect for Xbox 360. The technology in the Kinect is amazing and it's exciting to watch Microsoft release new products. Hard to believe that some two year old children never knew the world without the Kinect.
You'll need to browse around to see all of the updates but here's the link for our new Kinect page.
I'm hoping that the new Kinect page on our site answers your questions about the Kinect for Xbox 360. The technology in the Kinect is amazing and it's exciting to watch Microsoft release new products. Hard to believe that some two year old children never knew the world without the Kinect.
You'll need to browse around to see all of the updates but here's the link for our new Kinect page.
Sunday, January 8, 2012
The Start of The New Year
And they're off! Off into the New Year with great enthusiasum and robust confidence. Leaving 2011 behind and dashing into 2012 with great eagerness.
You were all part of the transition that is taking place. Made in America is cool again. More and more folks have taken steps to promote and support products and services that support American workers. Good for you for being a trend setter. Your awareness is what keeps Americans working. No matter how minimal you think they are, I appreciate your efforts and they are making a difference in our country.
Georgianna Hardware is speeding into the new year too, but things will be getting off to a slow start. Sadly, my husband suffered a hernia late in 2011 and he will be having corrective surgery this week. In a family owned and operated business this means the entire payroll calls in sick. We want to be as close to him as possible during his recovery which means he should be quite anxious to return to work in February!
Thank you for your support throughout 2011. There are a lot of things in the works here and I think you'll like what Georgianna Hardware offers to you in 2012.
You were all part of the transition that is taking place. Made in America is cool again. More and more folks have taken steps to promote and support products and services that support American workers. Good for you for being a trend setter. Your awareness is what keeps Americans working. No matter how minimal you think they are, I appreciate your efforts and they are making a difference in our country.
Georgianna Hardware is speeding into the new year too, but things will be getting off to a slow start. Sadly, my husband suffered a hernia late in 2011 and he will be having corrective surgery this week. In a family owned and operated business this means the entire payroll calls in sick. We want to be as close to him as possible during his recovery which means he should be quite anxious to return to work in February!
Thank you for your support throughout 2011. There are a lot of things in the works here and I think you'll like what Georgianna Hardware offers to you in 2012.
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