Archive for February 2023
I Would Come to That Chamber Event But…
I Would Come to That Chamber Event But… February 27, 2023 I have a confession: I am an introvert. This is a somewhat odd characteristic of an executive director of a chamber of commerce. We tend to think of people in this role as outgoing and chatty, with boundless energy when in a crowd. And…
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4 Questions You Must Ask Before Starting A Business February 20, 2023 If you’re thinking about starting a business this year…congratulations! Business ownership is all about betting on yourself and creating your own opportunities. Whether you buy into a franchise, lease some space and start your own thing, or build an e-commerce website, doing it…
Read More10 Ways to Revive Connections with Former Customers
10 Ways to Revive Connections with Former Customers February 13, 2023 It happens. People buy from you and they love you. Then life and other work circumstances get in the way, and they don’t return. Sometimes it’s because they no longer have use for your products or services like when you offer hair cuts and…
Read MoreEfficiency or Effectiveness: Which Do You Need for Success?
Efficiency or Effectiveness: Which Do You Need for Success? February 6, 2023 How do you like to work? Do you like to move fast or with precision? Do you like many small projects or one big, long one that you can dig into? No, you’re not in the middle of a job interview exercise, though…
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