If you’re a small- to medium-sized business that is trying to carve out a place for itself in a competitive market, you want to differentiate yourself from the competition. One way to do that is to offer something no one else is doing. You can create a new product or service or go after an […]
The Hidden Value Behind Chamber Membership Traditionally, a chamber of commerce was a membership organization that supports the interests of its business members. It is not affiliated with the government nor is it a charity. The chamber is separate from the Better Business Bureau. Now that we’ve explained the traditional notion of chamber membership, let’s […]
Years ago, businesspeople joined the chamber because it was just something you did to get a ribbon cutting. These days membership is a LOT more valuable as an investment in your business – not just a photo op. In addition to networking events and ribbon cuttings, the chamber offers a lot of benefits that you […]
Times of economic uncertainty don’t cause anyone to look for new ways to spend money. But there are some investments in your business that even when you’re worried about cash flow, are worth the return. Without those necessities—be they software or services—you couldn’t operate. Chamber membership is one of those necessary business investments and here’s […]
Whether you sell food, things, or services, we’ve brought together a round-up of trends that you can incorporate into your business in 2023 for increased revenue and better market traction. Ten 2023 Trends for Small Business According to Architectural Digest, kitsch is in. From vacation rentals to home décor, over-the-top is just the beginning. The […]
Unless you are extremely fortunate, there’s a lot of competition out there. Your product or service must compete against a host of other businesses not just in your town but, potentially, across the globe. You’re also in competition with inaction or doing nothing at all. If you haven’t analyzed the competition lately, you may be […]
Dr. Shutes to Lead Humboldt Child Care Center HUMBOLDT, Tenn. – Jan. 11, 2023 – Tyson Foods, in partnership with KinderCare has named Dr. Danielle Shutes Center Director of Tyson Learning Center, the new child care facility that will support Tyson Foods’ Humboldt, Tennessee, poultry processing plant. The $3.5 million investment is another step in […]
Small business owners usually have more on their to-do lists than there is time in the day. If becoming more productive is one of your New Year’s resolutions, we have a suggestion for you that could be a game changer. One of the biggest productivity challenges is interruptions. But as a small business owner they’re […]
As I’m writing this, we’re closing in on two weeks until Christmas. That means businesses with e-commerce options are quickly counting down deadlines for Christmas deliveries. This is the perfect time for local small business to shine because you can promise customers holiday smiles quicker than they can be delivered in online purchases. However, there […]
It’s a noisy world out there and there’s lots of competition. If you want to stand out, you must provide excellent value and persuasive copy. Without these two things the holiday season will not be the boon you are hoping for. Luckily, creating copy that drives your audience to action is very easy during the […]
