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Author: Rick Good

Rick Good spent ten years in the newspaper business, including with The News & Observer (Raleigh, NC) and The Greenville News (Greenville, SC). He co-wrote, with Melinda Coleman, Rutledge to Riley: Governors of South Carolina, 1776–Present (Published by The Greenville News), and is the author of Mind Games Trivia #1 (Amazon). He has recently spent 15 years creating original trivia content through Sounds Good Mobile Entertainment and continues that with his new company, SGME Software. He edits The Smart Reader's money, real estate, and business coverage.
Watch out for motorcyclists
Safety

Watch out for motorcyclists

Watch out for motorcyclists in May Each year during May, Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month emphasizes the importance of safety gear for riders and the…

byRick GoodMay 1, 2022July 12, 2026
Stay safe, matey!
Safety

Stay safe, matey!

Nothing better than pushing off for the first boat trip of the year. If you plan to hit the waves, keep these safety tips in mind: * Be weather wise….

byRick GoodMay 1, 2022July 12, 2026
Safety

Wear the right hearing protection

Workers in all areas with persistent loud noise are at risk for both tinnitus, a ringing in the ears, and hearing loss. It’s crucial that workers select…

byRick GoodMay 1, 2022July 11, 2026
Money & Personal Finance

Billions in grants and scholarships go unused

College is expensive these days, with in-state tuition at universities currently costing approximately $10,000 a year on average. As costs have steadily…

byRick GoodMay 1, 2022July 11, 2026
Money & Personal Finance

How to avoid bankrupting your retirement

If you want to enjoy retirement, avoid a few mistakes that can drain your wealth and render retirement impossible. First, keep contributing to your…

byRick GoodMay 1, 2022July 11, 2026
Money & Personal Finance

Why does the mini mart raise gas prices daily?

Ever wondered why the mini mart raises gasoline prices, even though you know they bought the gas at a lower price? Shouldn’t they sell it for the same…

byRick GoodMay 1, 2022July 11, 2026
Business

Onboarding boosts productivity, effectiveness

Keeping employees on staff can prove difficult. Effective onboarding, however, may increase retention by more than 80 percent while boosting new hire…

byRick GoodMay 1, 2022July 11, 2026
Business

Building an effective hybrid work culture

Looking to attract the best talent? Want to stop employees from leaving? If so, consider hybrid and remote work options. GoodHire conducted a survey that…

byRick GoodMay 1, 2022July 11, 2026
Business

Put purpose first to produce the most profits

Put purpose first to produce the highest profits It’s easy to fixate on making money when running a business. And at times, doing so is the right move….

byRick GoodMay 1, 2022July 11, 2026
Good news at tax time on your home sale
Real Estate

Good news at tax time on your home sale

Here are three words you don’t hear everyday: Tax-free money. There aren’t too many things you can say that about, but for many homeowners that sell, it…

byRick GoodApril 1, 2022July 12, 2026

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