Why Shopping Local Matters

Posted by Hailey Heimbach on Monday, December 16, 2024

 Why Shopping Local Matters In a world dominated by global e-commerce giants and big-box retailers, it’s easy to overlook the impact of where we spend our money. However, shopping local isn’t just a trend; it’s a vital practice that strengthens communities, boosts local economies, and fosters a sense of connection and sustainability. Here’s why shopping local should matter to you:1. Boosts the ...

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Why Engaging Young Professionals in Chamber Events Matters

Posted by Hailey Heimbach on Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Why Engaging Young Professionals in Chamber Events Matters The future of our community lies in the hands of the next generation of leaders, innovators, and change-makers. As a Chamber of Commerce, we believe in fostering opportunities not just for established professionals, but also for the vibrant, ambitious young professionals who bring fresh ideas, energy, and perspectives to the table. If ...

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Tip: Don’t just say "So long"

Posted by Hailey Heimbach on Thursday, November 21, 2024

Tip: Don’t just say "So long" When employees and colleagues leave your firm is it a “so long and best of luck” goodbye? Creating an alumni association is a way of recognizing the value of those people who leave the firm, and it’s a way to stay connected. McKinsey & Company’s article “The power of continuous career support: Embracing the full employee life cycle” describes the benefit of ...

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Tip: What your LinkedIn connecting may be missing.

Posted by Hailey Heimbach on Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Tip: What your LinkedIn connecting may be missing. LinkedIn, which is the preeminent business network, is something many of us take for granted. Some folks think it’s enough to ask someone to connect with them on LinkedIn, and then once the invite is accepted, that’s it. That should be the start. Here is what to continue doing: 1. Comment on their posts, and not just a thumbs up. Make it a ...

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Tip: Try this exercise to visualize your network.

Posted by Hailey Heimbach on Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Tip: Try this exercise to visualize your network In our networking workshops, most attendees haven’t really thought about who is in their network. And they usually vastly underestimate the number of people they are connected to. So, we get them to map their networks.  It may seem overwhelming at first, but by breaking it into bite-sized categories it’s more manageable. For example, who are the ...

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Tip: Time is limited so put your networking efforts here!

Posted by Hailey Heimbach on Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Tip: Time is limited so put your networking efforts here! If you have only a limited amount of time to reach out to people beyond your co-workers (your operational network) or answering your Mom’s calls (your personal network), then focus on your strategic network.  Strategic networks consist of highly connected or influential people, usually in more senior positions, who are gracious about ...

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Reading Eagle Article: New Board Members

Posted by Jeff Wolfgang on Wednesday, September 4, 2024

It is hard to believe that summer was here and is gone. That also means we closed out our 2023-2024 program year here at the TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce and we are excited about the opportunities for 2024-2025 that kick off in September. As your Chamber starts the 2024-2025 program year, the team has so many things already planned, and events will really kick off in September! We are ...

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Tip: Why do you need to break the ice?

Posted by Hailey Heimbach on Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Tip: Why do you need to break the ice? The first words out of your mouth, whether to a stranger or someone you don’t know well, are called icebreakers. Those opening lines of small talk help warm up the conversation and demonstrate to the other person that: you are a friendly, safe person to talk toyou seem likeable you seem interested in them You will be successful in setting up a positive ...

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The Critical Role of Child Care in Boosting Economic Development and Supporting Small Business Emplo

Posted by Hailey Heimbach on Monday, August 12, 2024

The Critical Role of Child Care in Boosting Economic Development and Supporting Small Business Employment Access to quality child care is crucial for economic growth and small business sustainability, reducing employee absenteeism, and boosting productivity. Employers, including big brands like Patagonia, are finding innovative ways to offer childcare solutions, enhancing hiring and ...

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Tip: Have you forgotten someone?

Posted by Hailey Heimbach on Wednesday, July 31, 2024

Tip: Have you forgotten someone?  Remember a time when everyone came into the office? While you may not miss some of your difficult colleagues, there were people with whom you had a nice relationship, simply based on being in the same office together. They were amiable colleagues, not besties. Have you continued to connect with some of them regularly? Make a list of 5 to 10 colleagues who are ...

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