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Post-COVID Boom is Underway, and More of June’s Reader Comments

Also, sign companies need help finding new recruits.

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3 years ago

May 24, 2021

Signs of the Times Staff Signs of the Times June 2021 Issue

Social Media Interest Piqued

I am very curious on the answers to your social media poll. My Doctorate of Business project is on the knowledge and skillset small sign company owners and managers need to develop an effective social media campaign that aligns with its overall marketing strategy. — Mike Volling, Georgetown Sign Co., Georgetown, TX

Editor’s reply: Interesting insight, Mike. These are the types of topics we frequently cover in our monthly Brain Squad surveys. To participate and see your peers’ responses, sign up at signsofthetimes.com/brainsquad.

Recruiting New Employees

How are people finding talent? We need help expanding our team. — Abdul Cassimjee, Stallion Signs, San Antonio
What is the best way to find a skilled, experienced designer to hire? I’ve tried newspaper, online hiring companies and the local employment offices to no avail. — Geoff Orlick, Quality Designs, Campbell River, Bc, Canada

Lighting Request

I need better leads for faux neon light strips. — Jeremy Vanderkraats, Signs by Van, Salinas, Ca

Peering Into the Future

Post-COVID boom is underway, and businesses are recovering and being replaced. Inflation seems to be an issue; aluminum, vinyl and acrylic prices are up. What does Q4 and 2022 look like? — Frank Murch, Signs for San Diego, Oceanside, Ca

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