-
The Chamber Weekly Blog
A collection of articles that we believe will add value to you and your business!Monday, March 11, 2019It always surprises me when people are more in love with the idea of “a business” than “the business.” Many these days know they want to be entrepreneurs long before they have the idea that will help them become one. But if you’re ready, here’s how you can begin your path to business ownership. Read more(0) CommentsMonday, March 4, 2019There's a lot of noise out there right now. It's hard for a business to break through. But let's say you do and someone is trying you out for the first time. How can you not only exceed their expectations but delight them in a way they'll be talking about you later. Here are a few ideas on how you can make a big impression... Read more(0) CommentsMonday, February 25, 2019The new year is a time of review and introspection coupled with making new promises for the future. We are often filled with a sense of control over our destiny and a desire to begin again. If you’re feeling the same, here are a few ways you can capitalize on the new year’s momentum by embracing the habits of successful people: Read more(0) CommentsMonday, February 18, 2019The business landscape changes on a near daily basis and that drives almost a constant need for professional learning. Never before has it been more essential that you not only keep up with the details of your own job and industry but others as well. If you don't, there's a good chance your business will struggle. If you want to stay on top of your industry and continue to attract new customers while retaining old there are a few key skills you should master this year. Read more(0) CommentsMonday, February 11, 2019Today’s trend of overscheduling is taking its toll on all of us. From work hours that go well over the traditional 8-hour work day to shuttling children or grandchildren to all their different activities; from time volunteering to time dedicated to professional development, who has the hours for networking at a scheduled event? Very few of us. Read more(0) CommentsMonday, February 4, 2019No one wants to be a number. But there’s no better way to make those around you feel like one than by applying the same treatment to everyone across the board. Nope, individualization is in and it’s no longer a trend but an expectation thanks to companies like Netflix and Amazon. Through companies making suggestions based on past behavior, customers have now become accustomed to this level of service and knowledge of their preferences. Read more(0) CommentsMonday, January 28, 2019Surveys aren’t the way to good customer service. They might’ve been five years ago, but they’re being used with such an annoying regularity that no one wants to take part in them. But how do you improve your business’ customer service if you don’t know what your customers want? Trust us. There are other ways. Here are a few things you need to ditch in order to begin providing better service. Read more(0) CommentsMonday, January 14, 2019Creativity in business is incredibly important. It helps business people see connections, where others see none. It also aids them in presenting unique ideas. Creativity assists businesses in standing out from the crowd and a creative approach gives people yet another reason to know, like, and trust you. Read more(0) CommentsMonday, January 7, 20192019 is your year. It’s time to grow that business beyond your wildest dreams. But dreams aren’t enough to get you there. It takes hard work and implementation of tasks and projects that will bring you closer to your goals. If you’re ready to see a change in your business, there are 19 things you need to start doing. Read more(0) CommentsMonday, December 31, 2018Tip 1: Add value, don’t extract value from customer experience. Seek to provide as much value added activity as possible into each sale to make the customer feel like it the goods or services exceed the asking price. This keeps people coming back, desirous for another amazing experience that went above expectations. Read more(0) Comments