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Member News – December 27, 2023
Member News – December 27, 2023 Community Giving Foundation Fund Supports Camp Victory The Berwick Health and Wellness Fund of the Community Giving Foundation has supported Camp Victory’s programs and services through a $20,000 grant. Learn more. Focus Central PA hosting Forum Focus Central PA will be hosting an Industrial Development Forum on March 13,…
Read MorePA Chamber Comments on Troubling DOL Overtime Proposal
PA Chamber Comments on Troubling DOL Overtime Proposal Alex Halper, Vice President of Government Affairs at the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry recently submitted a letter to the editor of the Philadelphia Inquirer commenting on the proposed changes by the Department of Labor in overtime calculations. See Alex’s letter and information on the proposed changes…
Read MoreIgnite and Empower Your Team with Verbal Feedback
Ignite and Empower Your Team with Verbal Feedback Verbal feedback empowers and encourages employees, creating an atmosphere where they feel valued. Praise achievements to show appreciation and highlight the effort and outcome of a job well done. Be specific in your words. Appreciate the individual beyond their performance. Focus on their traits, talents, and leadership…
Read MoreSpring Management and Leadership Certificate Program Open for Registration
Spring Management and Leadership Certificate Program Open for Registration The program developed to help people build basic management and team leadership skills. This five-module management and leadership certificate program is appropriate for existing leaders, managers, and supervisors; or those who are new or emerging in any business sector. Professional course materials include assessments, activities, and…
Read MoreMember News – December 20, 2023
Member News – December 20, 2023 Focus Central PA hosting Forum Focus Central PA will be hosting an Industrial Development Forum on March 13, 2024. The forum will be held at Commonwealth University- Bloomsburg. Early bird registration rates are good until January 13, 2014. Learn more on their website and check out the flyer. Columbia…
Read MoreReach Chamber Members in the New Year with ChamberPack!
Reach Chamber Members in the New Year with ChamberPack! Start your New Year by Reaching our 426 members! The first ChamberPack of the year will be sent the week of January 8th. Take this opportunity to showcase your business to the entire chamber network by submitting your flyers for inclusion in our upcoming bi-monthly direct…
Read MoreSubmit Your Content for January Business Matters
Submit Your Content for January Business Matters The Columbia Montour Chamber is pleased to continue its partnership with the Press Enterprise for Business Matters, a quarterly print tab publication distributed to the newspaper’s online and print readership. How does the partnership work? Chamber members are invited to work directly with the Chamber to submit stories…
Read MoreNew Member Highlight – The Brink Academy
New Member Highlight – The Brink Academy The Brink Academy provides business owners and leaders with unparalleled value by addressing the complex challenges that arise in today’s dynamic professional landscape. Through meticulously crafted coaching programs and a wealth of expertise, we are committed to fostering an environment where individuals can refine their leadership skills, overcome…
Read More5 Steps to Take Immediately If Your Business Is Hacked
5 Steps to Take Immediately If Your Business Is Hacked Source: US Chamber of Commerce Cybercrime comes in all shapes and forms. It can immediately slow networks or send spam emails from your business account. Conversely, you may only know your business was hacked once fraudulent charges appear on your statement or a third party…
Read MoreWhat is a High Performance Team?
What is a High Performance Team? Source: McKonly & Asbury We would all agree that a desirable high-performing team culture is one in which members are happy and produce good work that helps move the company toward its goals. These teams communicate well, meet deadlines, and exceed expectations. However, studies showed that although 96% of teams…
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