Building Relationships

Imagine this: you’re the CEO of a successful company. You’ve got a supportive staff and profits are soaring. You’ve brought …

At our firm, we make time for employees to gather outside of work to enjoy themselves at least two or …

When I started out as an intern, I did the closeout paperwork for the B25 Crown Room at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta …

In case you haven’t heard, New South recently moved offices. We spent months looking for and designing the perfect new …

Aron Ain of Kronos recently discussed the incalculable value of having a good boss in The New York Times’ “Corner …

Many have no idea how admired Georgia’s jails are, but I do, since it’s one of my favorite markets in …

Nine years ago, a young man named Tyler Isgett joined New South. He was assigned to my team so I …

My wife and I recently purchased a home on Lake Martin in Alabama. I met our new neighbor and recognized …

As hard as it is for me to believe, my oldest daughter recently started high school.

Most people at our company are Braves fans, and even though the team isn’t having a great season, New South …

I always enjoy watching the Olympics, and the 2016 games have been no different. I’m proud to say New South …

Though he’d only been Delta Air Lines’ CEO for three months, Ed Bastian cemented relationships with his team of more …

I recently went on a golf trip with several friends from work. I’ve known these folks for years – in …

With the weather finally warming up, I’m looking forward to spending time on the lake with my family this summer. …

I’ve been with the same company for 20 years, and several of my colleagues have been here even longer.

As a kid, I attended a summer camp in my home state of Kentucky. This summer, my oldest daughter will …

Around this time each year, most people give up on at least one New Year’s resolution. However, I’ve made it …

Non-disclosure agreements are always tricky, no matter what industry you’re in. A signature on a piece of paper doesn’t necessarily …

Playing golf is a huge part of our industry. Deals are hammered out and relationships are built on the links …

One of the many valuable lessons my parents taught me was to always respect others, whether it’s the pope or …

Georgia Tech’s incredible win against Florida State University last weekend got me thinking: football, as one of America’s favorite pastimes, …

Pride is a funny thing. It can motivate you or become your worst enemy. Imagine you and someone you previously …

I won’t say how old I am, but in July, I celebrated a milestone birthday. To help me celebrate, my …

I never cared about Snapchat until last month. While participating in the Atlanta BBQ Festival with my team, Under Construction …

This column has focused primarily on how to build and strengthen relationships, both personally and professionally. But what happens when …

I started dating the woman who’s now my wife at 19. One summer in college, I stayed in Atlanta to …

Training for a triathlon is hard work. Training for a triathlon after just receiving a kidney transplant? It sounds nearly …

I’m a pretty competitive guy – especially when competing against novices and pros in local barbecue contests. Conversely, I also …

Hiring a new employee for your business can be difficult and time-consuming. Not only should candidates meet your company’s professional …

A few weeks ago, I received an MBA from UGA. On day three, our class was split into groups. I …