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865-777-2001 • 11238 Kingston Pike • Farragut, TN 37934

Located in the heart of Farragut near KrogerS I G N U P T O R E C E I V E O U R M O N T H L Y N E W S L E T T E R S • I N F O @ F A R R A G U T W I N E S . C O M

O P E N M O N D A Y- S A T U R D A Y 9 a m t o 1 0 p mWe match all competitor’s advertised prices.

• Bright, open, large store with wide aisles and over 3500 products to choose from • Full service • Door side/convenient parking • We carry your purchases to your car for you • Personalized assistance to help you find and make your selections

• Lowest case discount price of anywhere in Knoxville – 15% off mixed or solid cases everyday • Sign up for Advantage PlusDiscount and receive extra everyday savings off regular shelf price • Knowledgeable and friendly staff • Low/competitive prices. We match advertised

prices within 100 mile radius. • Easy in and out access with 3 red lights • Non-congested area • We will special order products for you

L O C A L L Y O W N E D A N D O P E R A T E D

This is not just a business for us.Farragut and the people of Farragut are our neighbors, friends and colleagues.

FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS • OCTOBER 30, 2014 • 3

In a few weeks the expansion ofFarragut Wine & Spirits will becomplete giving shoppers access to10,000 square feet of libations andgourmet food products and condi-ments to make all their celebra-tions complete.

Located in the heart of Farragut,owners David Purvis and his wife,Robin, the generalmanager, and theirstaff are going intotheir seventh year serv-ing the community.They will help you findeverything you need fora quiet evening athome, sports parties,special occasions andthe upcoming holidays.“We pride ourselves onproviding a broad selection ofproducts. We like to hear from cus-tomers about what they want us tocarry and we appreciate their feed-back,” said David.

With the expansion adding 4,000square feet of retail space thecapacity to carry more spirits andwines is increased. They also haveplanned ahead so they will havethe option for future growth. Pre-sently the store offers 110 caber-

nets and it will be able to accom-modate 134. A Beer Cave is beingadded to keep beer at a consistent,optimal temperature and a BeerGrowler station is included witheight taps and the capacity to go to16. They can fill 32 ounce and 64ounce growlers; customers canbring their own.

The store featureswide aisles, bright li-ghting, a fun and fes-tive, friendly atmos-phere making customershopping more enjoy-able. The aisles areeasy to navigate andwheelchair friendly.

There’s always some-thing going on atFarragut Wine &

Spirits. Come in and browse orcheck out the weekly specialsonline and sign up for the newslet-ter or emails for special events atwww.farragutwines.com.

Free in-store tastings are heldregularly on Fridays from 3 to 6p.m. You can taste wine selections,beer and a spirit or specialty fooditems to find out if they meet theexpectations of your discerningpalate before you buy. “We have

new brands coming out everyweek,” said David.

Farragut Wine & Spirits, 11238Kingston Pike, is open from 9 a.m.to 10 p.m., Monday through Sat-

urday; closed Sundays and allstate-designated holidays. For mo-re information about the store, vi-sit www.farragutwines.com or call865-777-2001.

FARRAGUT WINE & SPIRITS

Expansionsoon to becomplete

“We like to hearfrom customersabout what theywant us to carryand we appreciatetheir feedback.”

- David Purvis

Farragut Wine & Spirits owners Robin and David Purvis

employees strive to provide excel-lent customer service. Their equip-ment is well maintained throughthorough maintenance programsand daily cleaning programs. “Westrive to be the best and hope toserve you for all of your waste haul-ing needs,” said Kim Turner.

Residential customersare provided with a 96gallon wheeled trash co-ntainer that can beplaced at curbside forpickup. Extra items suchas moving boxes or bagsof yard waste may beplaced beside the con-tainer. Service can be-gin within just a few daysof customers calling in.

Tennessee Trash Service offerscurbside recycling services, roll offservice for high volume waste andjunk removal services for yourhome or business. No amount is toosmall or large, from one piece offurniture to an entire buildingcleanout.

For more information and toarrange for service call 865-966-0086 in Knoxville or 865-986-0217 inLenoir City. Visit the website atwww.tntrashservice.com.

4 • FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS • OCTOBER 30, 2014

Tennessee Trash Service is a lo-cally owned and family operatedwaste removal company. Since 2004it has been serving the residential,commercial and industrial wasteneeds of the East Tennessee area.Kim Turner and her father, HarryGillman, who at the time had 32years experience in theindustry, started thecompany when Kim sud-denly lost her job earlierthat year.

Originally startingwith one truck, they pla-nned for the business toremain small providinga means of earning a lit-tle extra income. But thecompany has skyrocket-ed into the largest locally ownedand independent waste company inthe area. Today they employ 43local people, operate 30 trucks da-ily and work to provide promptreliable service at the lowest costpossible.

Kim Turner and her husband runthe daily operations and Harry andhis wife market the business onweekends. All the kids help, too.The boys help move waste and washcans during the summer while thegirls work in the office and run ontrucks during holidays and specialevents.

Tennessee Trash Service main-tains a small, hometown family feeland along with their experienced

TENNESSEE TRASH SERVICE

Locally owned and operated family business serves

area waste removal needs

“We strive tobe the best andhope to serveyou for all ofyour waste hauling needs.”

- Kim Turner

Top: The Turner family: Kim, Steve,Kayla, Kristina, Ben and Nick.

Right: Harry and Saundra Gillman.

Harry and his daughter, Kim Turner,started the company in 2004.


Embroidery Boutique by Designsfor You, a full-service, family ownedembroidery, monogramming and giftshop company in Farragut providesservices to customers within one totwo days of orders being placed. “Wehave 25 years experience presentinghigh quality work intended to meetand exceed our customer’s expecta-tions,” said Gary Hathaway, whosewife, Laurae, started the company insouth Florida.

“The key to our success is to neverdisappoint the customer,” addedGary, explaining that EmbroideryBoutique can personalize almostanything and offers full digitizing andan embroidery service based on cus-

tomer needs. From monogrammedlab coats, uniforms for clubs, schoolgroups, sporting associations andchurches to specialty items and giftsfor individuals or corporate, Embroi-dery Boutique can provide the highquality service customers want.

The company works with schoolclubs which need clothing or equip-ment monogramming and digitizesthe school or mascot logos at nocharge, a substantial savings. Inaddition Embroidery Boutiquerebates 20 percent of the embroi-dery fees back to the school boosterclubs in support of the schools.

The Hathaways daughter, DebbyNohe, who grew up in the family

business is the general manager.“Debby’s mission is to provide unbe-lievable quality and top notch cus-tomer service. She insures customersatisfaction through exemplary pres-entation,” says Gary.

Embroidery Boutique, 141 Bro-oklawn Street is open Monday

through Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sat-urday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. There are nu-merous possibilities for promotionalitems: special gifts for new babies,anniversaries, weddings, corporategifts and more! Please visit ww-w.designsforyouinc.com or call 865-392-1024 for more information.

Exceeding customerexpectations

Debby Nohe, General Manager, poses with her mother, Laurae Hathaway, whoowns Embroidery Boutique along with her husband, Gary (not pictured).

EMBROIDERY BOUTIQUE

CELEBRATING 25 YEARS IN BUSINESS!•Unique Gifts • Monograms • Schools & Clubs • Baby

• Personalization • Backpacks • Linens • Towels • No minimum • Graduation Gifts/Off To College

• Business Logos on apparel (Free logo set-up w/ $200 order)• BRING IN YOUR OWN ITEMS for embroidery!

100% Satisfaction GuaranteedFast Turnaround Time

141 Brooklawn Street | Knoxville, TN 37934(Located in Farragut next to Kroger in the Brooklawn Plaza)

865-392-1024 | www.designsforyouinc.com | Hours: M-F 10-6 • SAT 10-1

Start YourHoliday

Shopping Early


STANLEY’S GREENHOUSES GARDEN CENTER & PLANT FARM

Stanley's Secret Gar-den, located at 305 SouthNorthshore, is a delightfulcomplement to the largerStanley's GreenhousesGarden Center and PlantFarm and a great additionto the west Knoxville ar-ea. The Secret Gardenhas a knowledgeable staffjust waiting to help youwith a large selection ofplants and shrubs for fall color, plus containersand whimsical garden art. Fall hours are Mon-day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. andTuesday through Sat-urday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.They are closed Sunday.Call 865-588-5751 for mo-re information.

The Secret Garden

Pictured above are Gerry Larkin, manager, left, andSarah Shelley.

Adaptability important in the workplaceEmployee turnover, downsizing,

an economy in flux and many otherfactors contribute to the ever-changing face of business. Whilemen and women might once havehoped to grow old with a company,today’s workers are more inclinedto switch jobs several times beforethey retire.

Companies routinely evolve toserve their customers, a learningprocess that will include some trialand error. Companies should bewilling to try new strategies as theyadapt to ever-changing markets.Workers who are flexible and ableto adapt to adjustments in theworkplace are among the mostdesirable employees.

What defines adaptability varies

depending on the profession, buttaking the time to learn how toaccommodate the needs of bossesand other workers can be a greatway for men and women to ensuretheir long-term success.

• Recognize the likelihood ofchange. Professional environmentsare fluid, and employees who resistchange may find their employersdeem them expendable. Employeesmust recognize that change is partof the business world and must gowith the flow to maintain theirgood standing with employers.

• Look for benefits. A willing-ness to be flexible can benefitemployees just as much as it bene-fits employers. Employees may findthat a flexible schedule or the abil-

ity to telecommute presents newopportunities that can make lifeeasier.

• Keep lines of communicationopen. Many men and women likeworking for companies that arewilling to try new things. Keeplines of communication with super-visors open to ensure your ideasare heard, and encourage subordi-nates to offer their ideas at everyturn.

• Don’t equate flexibility withbeing a pushover. Flexibilityshould not go so far that anemployee feels taken advantage of.As companies change, the processis best if it involves give and takeon the part of employees and theiremployers.

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3029 Davenport Road • 573-9591Only 5 minutes from downtown!www.stanleysgreenhouses.com

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There’s no better way to startyour day, prepare for a special ev-ent or just take 45 minutes for “me-time” than a visit to Go Glamorousand their Blow Dry Bar at TurkeyCreek. With Go Glamorous, every-day can be a great hair day!

Whether a career woman or stay-at-home mom you rarely have timeto waste. Mona El Jisr, the founderof Go Glamorous, knows just howyou feel. Not only a wife and moth-er of two, she’s a career woman.She knows you’ve got places to go;things to do and you want your hairto be perfect. At Go Glamorous it’sjust 45 minutes for a wash, blow dry

and style with time for a manicuretoo! The style can last several dayswith proper maintenance and you’lllook fabulous!

Bring your friends to begin aGirls’ Night Out or a BacheloretteParty and enjoy a complimentaryProsecco as you start your celebra-tions! Tweens and Teens can bringtheir friends and celebrate theirbirthdays, have their hair and nailsdone plus enjoy cake! It’s theperfect place to visit with friendsand celebrate baby or bridal show-ers and prepare the bride and herwedding party for that special day!

Call for an appointment for your-

Everyday can bea great hair day!

self or an event or just come in whenyou need an escape. 865-671-4633 orvisit www.goglamorous.com. Open

seven days: Monday through Friday7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.to 7 p.m. and Sunday noon to 6 p.m.

GO GLAMOROUS

Mona El Jisr, owner of Knoxville's hip new Blow Dry Bar, Go Glamorous, located in Turkey Creek

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Using moderntechnology to givecustomers whatthey imagine

Rick Terry exudes enthusiastic joy when discussing his work in the jew-elry industry. His love and passion for the work that he’s been doing for 30years is contagious! Whether designing or repairing jewelry, he truly enjoyswhat he does and it brings happiness to others. His sons, Blake and Matt,who have each brought unique talents to the family enterprise, share thesame enthusiasm. They all strive to be on the cutting edge of the jewelryindustry.

As new progressive technological innovations become available Rick andhis sons are in the forefront to take advantage of the possibilities. They usethese advancements to enhance theirtalents for jewelry design and repair. Fewjewelry designers in the region are ascapable as Rick and his sons of turning acustomer’s dream design into reality.

Blake Terry says the new technologiesallow him and Matt to think out of thebox. By coupling their age and thoughtprocesses with their father’s, and hisexperience, they are all able to “mesh”their ideas and creativity. This abilitygives them the opportunity to exceedcustomer expectations.

Rick said he and his team are takingadvantage of design possibilities made


available by the advanced equipment they are using; 3-D Printing, LaserWelding, Engraving and CAD/Cam milling. They are leading the jewelrydesign industry by utilizing old school craftsmanship, giving attention tominute details and using modern technology to give customers what theyimagine.

“We like to mess around with things; ideas, that people don’t even real-ize are possibilities. The technology is out there and it will allow us to cre-ate things we couldn’t before, that will be affordable for everyone,” saidBlake.

With the addition of the computerized engraving equipment they canengrave on almost anything from glass, to wood, brass and more for awards,graduations, retirements and gifts in general. They can add gold foil toleather and paint to other engraved items. “We’re tired of sending cus-tomers out of their way to have things engraved. Bring your items to theFarragut location and we’ll engrave it,” said Rick.

Matthew Terry, an expert in design is the youngest to join the family busi-ness. He trained in Atlanta to operate the CAD/Cam milling machine whichallows him to use special computer software to design a customer’s jewel-ry. He has access to six specialized programs enabling him to produce intri-cate designs.

“It is so exciting for us to take our customers’ ideas and bring them tofruition. We become a part of their lives because we’ve been able to givethem the end product significant to them that may become a meaningfulheirloom and passed down for generations,” said Rick.

Blake and his wife, Rachael, oper-ate Rick Terry Jewelry Designs indowntown Knoxville next to theTennessee theatre. Blake has adegree as a Graduate Gemologist andJewelry Designer having attendedthe Gemological Institute of Americain California, known worldwide forsetting the standards for propergrading of diamonds. His work expe-rience in the diamond industrybefore returning home to Tennesseeincluded an opportunity to work withexperts in Chicago.

He considers himself a “lifer” in the industry, beginning his career at theage of two when he could sit in his highchair pounding away with jeweler’shammers and tools while watching Rick work. Today he designs and repairsjewelry at the same bench his father used for 25 years.

We rarely see Patty Terry, although without her Rick knows Rick TerryJewelry Designs would not exist. “If not for my wife, Patty, this place wouldnot exist; nor would these two boys.” Rick and Patty celebrated their 34thanniversary in August.

Rick Terry Jewelry Designs offersthree locations for customer conven-ience. Their staff members haveyears of experience and extensivetraining garnering a wealth of knowl-edge for fine jewelry and gemstones.They understand the precision andattention to detail that is essentialfor customer satisfaction. Their slo-gan is: “We want to be your jeweler”and Rick Terry’s philosophy, that heoften shares is, “If you don’t knowyour jewelry, know your jeweler.”

For customer convenience thestores are located at 11320 KingstonPike, Farragut, Hwy 321 Lenoir Millsin Lenoir City and 618 S. Gay Street,downtown Knoxville Please visit thewebsite at www.rickterryjewelry.comto view designs and more information.

618 S. Gay StreetNext door to the Tennessee Theatre

(865) 525-3793

11320 Kingston PikeFarragut, TN

(865) 777-3793

Hwy 321 Lenoir MillsLenoir City, TN(865) 988-5793

... “We want to be yourjeweler” and Rick Terry’sphilosophy, that he oftenshares is, “If you don’tknow your jewelry, knowyour jeweler.”

- Rick Terry

Computerized Engraving

Laser Welding


Bailey Insurance Service, an inde-pendent and family owned insuranceagency, was started by Mike Bailey in1994. Mike and four other agentsincluding Danny, Tonia, Fleming andKatie, Mike’s daughter, serve individ-uals, families and businesses. Otherfamily employees include Mike’swife, Kim, and daughters, McKenzieand Caroline, who provide work fromscanning to housekeeping to spread-sheet development.

“The customer comes first,” saysMike. “We have established a uniquesystem to review customer needs. Weoften discover dangerous assump-tions about coverage limits andexclusions. Business owners and

families may not have the coveragethey think they have. All policieshave limitations and standard exclu-sions.” Through their review system,Bailey Insurance Service can helpevaluate customer insurance requi-rements and help find the coveragethey actually need.

As an independent agency theydon’t work with just one insurancecompany. “We represent the bestinsurance companies and haveaccess to many,” said Mike. “As anindependent agency we can focus onspecific needs and the most suitablecoverage for them.” Customers haveaccess to self-funded employee bene-fits, commercial, home, health, life

The customercomes first

and auto, and many other types ofinsurance coverage.

Bailey Insurance Service is commit-ted to building a solid relationshipwith their customers. They are locat-ed at 9219 Middlebrook Pike, Suite

100 (at Cedar Bluff Road), Knoxville.Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.to 5 p.m. Other hours availableby appointment. Call 865-691-9111for your appointment or visitwww.baileyinsuranceservice.com.

BAILEY INSURANCE SERVICE

From left to right: Tonia Miller- CSR, Kim Bailey- P/T CSR, Fleming Hodges-Agent, Mike Bailey-Owner/Agent, Danny Driver-Agent, Katie Bailey-LinesAgent, Caroline Bailey-daughter, (not pictured) McKenzie Bailey, P/T CSR

9219 Middlebrook Pike, Suite 100 Knoxville, TN 37931

(865) 691-9111 • BaileyInsuranceService.com Knoxville’s insurance provider for families and business since 1994

“As an independent agency, we don’t work for one insurancecompany; we represent several top shelf companies. Thisallows us to focus on providing you with the right amount ofinsurance and the right type of coverage for your needs.”

BAILEY INSURANCE SERVICEBusiness • Life • Home • Auto • Health


These days you need batteries foralmost every electronic item youown plus light bulbs for fixtures andappliances. With technology ever-changing some are difficult to find.Larger retail stores don’t specializein these products and may not offerthe wide selection consumers need.

Batteries Plus Bulbs specializesin batteries and light bulbs. Theyhave the right battery for your lap-top, cell phone, camera, powertools, automobile, ATV, motorcycle,security systems and more. Bringyour vehicle and they will do freebattery testing. No appointmentnecessary.

“We are a smaller store but we

specialize and carry all types of bat-teries and light bulbs at competitiveprices. My guys are specialized andtrained to get the right battery orlight bulb for your specific needs,”said owner Todd Williams. “Manyof our customers have been referredto us by larger retailers becausethey recognize we know whatwe’re talking about and have it instock.”

Batteries Plus Bulbs also repairsthe most popular Samsung andApple Products ( iPads®, iPhones®

and iPods®).Todd manages the retail side of

the company while his brother,Scott, oversees the commercial side

Be sure to get the rightbattery or light bulb

of the business. The family ownssix stores in Tennessee and openedthe Knoxville store in 2000 at 222 N.Peters Road. Other locations are inAlcoa, Chattanooga, Cookeville andCleveland.

For more information call 865-692-0002 or visit www.batteries-plus.com. The North Peters Roadlocation is open Monday throughSaturday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. andSunday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

BATTERIES PLUS BULBS

At Batteries Plus Bulbs, you will find everything you need. We offer personalservice along with access to over 45,000 unique battery and light bulb products.

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RIVERVIEW FAMILY FARM

For over 200 years and seven generations,RiverView Family Farm hasbeen a part of our family.This authentic workingcattle farm raises premiumBlack Angus Beef.

Located in West KnoxCounty on the banks of theTennessee River, it is theperfect setting for raisingcattle and a picturesquesetting for your specialgathering. Our family hasalways enjoyed our timetogether on the farm.Whether working or play-ing, we have created mem-ories that will last a life-time.

We invite you and your family to create your own memories by scheduling your special occasion at The Barn at RiverView Family Farm. For more info-rmation contact Rachel at [email protected] or 865-603-9347.

Part of the family

Left to right: Byron Williams, Lafayette and JaniceWilliams, Chris and Rachel Samulski and their daugh-ters, June and Iris.

Simple ways to connect with your customersEstablishing and maintaining a

lasting connection with customers isa goal for businesses big and small.Nowadays, accomplishing that goalis easier than ever before, as busi-nesses can take advantage of theInternet and social media to keep intouch with their customers and keepthose customers abreast of sales orspecial offers.

But establishing the initial con-nection that makes customers wantto bring their business to you timeand again can be more difficult.While a great product or service is atthe core of every successful business,savvy business owners know thevalue of connecting with their cus-tomers on a deeper level. The follow-ing are some simple ways businessesbig and small can connect with their

customers.• Share your history. Sharing the

history of your business is a simpleyet effective way to establish a per-sonal connection with your cus-tomers, many of whom may enjoylearning how your business started,especially if you overcame difficultodds before ultimately becomingsuccessful. Sharing the history of abusiness that has withstood the testof time also inspires customer confi-dence, as many consumers correctlyfeel that a company that has beenaround a long time must be doingsomething right to keep its doorsopen.

• Survey the troops. Surveys areanother valuable tool you can use toengage and connect with customers.Surveys allow businesses to learn

what’s working and what’s not work-ing with regard to pleasing their cus-tomers, and customers will appreci-ate that you value their feedback andwant to know how you can maketheir experiences more enjoyable.Surveys can be administered in per-son when customers visit your store.In such instances, ask customers toreturn the surveys on their next visit.Surveys also can be administered viaemail or social media platforms.When designing the surveys, includea section for comments where cus-tomers can include any suggestionsor concerns.

• Promptly respond to emailsand other feedback. Customers will-ing to take the time to email a busi-ness to share their experiences orprovide feedback, be it positive or

negative, appreciate when thosebusinesses respond in a timely fash-ion. A timely response to such feed-back indicates that your businessvalues its customers and their input.When responding to negative feed-back, investigate any incidents orproblems before responding so youare in a better position to addressthe customer’s concerns.

• Make it personal. Wheneverpossible, personally respond to newcustomers to thank them for theirbusiness and encourage them toreturn. Responding personally tosurvey participants, customers orothers who provide feedbackthrough a card, note or message is agreat way to foster a lasting and pos-itive relationship with clients andcustomers.

865-603-9347rachel@riverviewfamilyfarm.comriverviewfamilyfarm.com12130 Prater Lane • Knoxville • TN • 37922

The Barn at Riverview Family FarmThis beautiful and one of a kind setting is the perfect location for your special occasion.

Come and enjoy our view of the Tennessee River.


Wendell and Jinni Redmond, own-ers of Christmas Decor of Knoxville,were presented with the Maury S.Frankel Award for Philanthropy atthe annual Christmas DecorConference in New Orleans. Theaward was given based on theRedmond family’s involvement withlocal, regional, national and interna-tional philanthropic activities direct-ed at helping people in need.

“This award is well-deserved,” saidBrandon Stephens, president of theChristmas Decor franchise network.“The Redmonds not only operate agreat business, but they have com-

passionate hearts and have alwaysshown a desire to help others.”

The Redmonds company was rec-ognized for their involvement innumerous charities and fundraisingactivities, but particularly for theircommitment to children. Everymonth they give money to providemeals at schools for low-income chil-dren in Kenya. They also provideclothing, hot meals and toys for chil-dren in Panama at Christmas, whilemaking donations locally to the Foodfor Kids project in partnership withtheir church, Restoration Inter-national Outreach in Maryville and

Redmond earnsnational award forphilanthropic work

Isaiah 58 Project.“The Redmonds exemplify com-

passion, service and are dedicated toimproving conditions for others,”Stephens added. “What a great exam-ple they set for the rest of us.”

The Maury S. Frankel Award forPhilanthropy was named in memoryof longtime Christmas Decor fran-chise Maury Frankel, who showed

extreme passion for the DecoratedFamilies program. Mr. Frankel left anindelible mark on the ChristmasDecor Franchise network. TheRedmonds are the second recipientof the award.

For more information aboutChristmas Decor, visit www.Christmasdecor.net/knoxville, or callWendell Redmond at 865-769-0039.

CHRISTMAS DECOR OF KNOXVILLE

Brandon Stephens, President of The Décor Group, Wendell and Jinni Red-mond, Owners of Christmas Décor of Knoxville, Inc., Lexie and Chesney Re-dmond and Blake Smith, Founder and CEO of The Décor Group.

At Christmas Decor, we know you want your home decoratedcorrectly, promptly and with the greatest attention to detail.That’s exactly how we work!

• Impeccable, Stunning Designs

• Pro-Active Maintenance

• No-Worry Take Down

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We’re a great way to simplify your holidayseason. Contact us for a FREE estimatetoday.

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Networking tips for working professionalsNetworking plays an integral

role in professional growth. Menand women who can nurture rela-tionships within their fields aremore likely to be in tune withwhat’s going on in their profes-sions, and a network of fellow pro-fessionals can help men andwomen advance their careers.

But networking often falls by thewayside for today’s busy profes-sionals, many of whom simply can’tfind the time in their hectic sched-ules to foster relationships withprofessional colleagues. But thebenefits of networking are numer-ous, and it behooves men andwomen to make an effort to buildand maintain strong professionalnetworks.

• Recognize the benefits of net-working. Networking not only ben-efits individuals but also the com-panies those individuals own orwork for. While many people viewnetworking as a means to one dayfinding a new job, networking ismuch more than that. When youfoster a professional relationship,the other person in that relation-ship will be quick to think of youwhen they need a given service orare asked for a referral. That canbenefit business owners’ bottomlines, but even men and womenwho don’t own a business can ben-efit, as their bosses will no doubtrecognize the role they played inbringing in new business.

• Make networking a priority.Once professionals recognize thatnetworking is about more than justbuilding a web of contacts who can

help them find their next job, theycan begin to prioritize networkingso it can help them in their exist-ing jobs. Make an effort to keep intouch with current and previousclients and any other contactsmade over the years. Something assimple as an email to catch up oran inquiry to see if there’s anythingfellow professionals need will helpyou stay on their minds, which canhelp you bring in new business orlearn about new opportunitiesdown the road. Maintaining andbuilding a professional networkdoes not always require a lot ofwork, as even seemingly small ges-tures can pay big dividends if menand women prioritize such efforts.

• Revisit your network fromtime to time. A network is onlybeneficial if it remains current.Keep track of the professionals inyour network so you know whenand where to reach them shouldyou need to do so. A professionalnetworking site such as LinkedInis a great way to stay on top of whatyour network is up to, and such asite also is a valuable tool when youwant to update your network withany new information about your-self. Revisit your network a fewtimes each year, updating with anynew information so you aren’t leftscrambling for email addresses orphone numbers when the timecomes to get back in touch withyour contacts.

• Avoid networking only whenyou need something. You can like-ly name a few of your fellow profes-sionals who only seem to contact

you when they want something.You don’t want to earn a similarreputation among your own con-tacts, so don’t forget to make peri-odic contact with your colleagueseven when you don’t need any-thing. A simple email to catch upand to offer some unsolicited helpif any is needed can be enough toprevent you from earning a reputa-

tion as a me-first contact and putyou in a positive light that can ben-efit you throughout your career.

Networking can easily be seen ina negative light. But professionalswho network the right way will findthat their efforts pay dividends forthemselves, their companies andeven their professional colleagues.


Our family:The key to the success of any business is its people.

Farragutpress has been fortunate to have assembled a family of hardworking, dedicated “family” members who are willing to work around the clock in order to service our advertisers and to ferret out feature and hard news stories.

Our account executives are some of the best in the industry and won’t settle for second-best on the quality of display advertising for our clients.

The same can be said for our folks in the production department. Their meticulous attention to detail makes them a tremendous asset for our clients and account executives.

Enough can’t be said about our editorial folks. These men and women are out on the street finding interesting stories about local residents, covering the high school sports teams and letting the community know about what’s new in the area and what’s happening at our places of worship.

Then once the newspaper is put together and returned from the printer it’s delivered to just about every household in the town of Farragut, usually the same day it’s printed.

From start to finish, for 26 years, the family at farragutpress has dedicated themselves to providing the highest quality newspaper in Town.

— Dan Barile, Editor/Publisher

DAN BARILEEditor/Publisher

ELAINE GROVEAssociate Publisher

CAROLYN REIDAccountant

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