Posts by Kathi Roetter
How to Embrace More Than Just Christmas in Your Business
How to Embrace More Than Just Christmas in Your Business The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and increased consumer spending. For small businesses, this time offers a tremendous opportunity to maximize sales and connect with customers on a deeper level. But if you think of the holiday season as just Thanksgiving and…
Read MoreThe Power of Personalization
The Power of Personalization If this article had been written in the 1990s, it would have meant something very different. Back then, personalization meant mail merges. The fact we could personalize communication to include the recipient’s first name (and later other fields), was the coolest thing ever. It showed someone who really knew how to…
Read More4 Myths You Need to Bust Before Hiring An Intern for Your Business
4 Myths You Need to Bust Before Hiring An Intern for Your Business 4 Myths You Need to Bust Before Hiring an Intern for Your Business As summer approaches, and it does every year at about the same time, business owners start to think about ways in which they can use the extra help of…
Read MoreNetworking Tips for the New Year
Networking Tips for the New Year The New Year brings new opportunities for personal and business connections. Networking is a great way to build relationships and expand your professional network. Here are some tips to help you make the most of your networking opportunities: Prepare for the event: Research the event and the people you’ll…
Read MoreUS Chamber Advice for Small Businesses This Holiday Season
US Chamber Advice for Small Businesses This Holiday Season US Chamber Advice for Small Businesses This Holiday Season A new report from Intuit Quickbooks shows a unique opportunity for small businesses during Small Business Season. Based on survey results from 5,500 consumers and 1,500 businesses, consumers are planning to spend “over 40% of their holiday shopping…
Read MoreYour Employees Are Likely Part of the Gig Economy and That’s a Good Thing
Your Employees Are Likely Part of the Gig Economy and That’s a Good Thing COVID forced many employees to work from home, whether they wanted to or not. As recovery continues employee and employers are deciding between their preferred work location. Many employees chose to remain at home even when their business called them back.…
Read MoreStop Procrastinating Tomorrow
Stop Procrastinating Tomorrow The title of this article is supposed to be funny, but procrastination isn’t a laughing matter. In fact, procrastination can be severely impacting your business. It can affect sales, revenue, and employee happiness. But when work is tough and no news sounds good, it’s easy to tell yourself that you’ll handle the…
Read MoreAre You Ready for These 3 Workplace Trends?
Are You Ready for These 3 Workplace Trends? Workplace trends come and go like snack carts, but these trends may very well revolutionize the way we work because they are just so darn appealing to most employees. But before we go into these workplace trends, know that they are not for everyone. Your business may…
Read More5 Ways to Level Up Your Small Biz Marketing
5 Ways to Level Up Your Small Biz Marketing If you’re interested in ways to reach more people, and you’re ready to start maximizing technology, it’s time to look at these business solutions: List Building You need an email list. It’s the best way to stay in touch with your customers, nurture them into a…
Read MoreThe State of Small Business
The State of Small Business The State of Small Business The chamber is the Voice of Business and as the Voice of Business, there’s something we feel the need to express to everyone in this community. Inflation is being felt everywhere, from Fortune 500 companies to solopreneurs just starting out. However, the difference between…
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