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How a Government Shutdown Could Affect You and Your Business Source: U.S. Chamber of Commerce The U.S. Chamber has consistently warned about the harm federal government shutdowns have on millions of Americans and businesses of all sizes around the country. Here’s a look at some ways a government shutdown could affect you and the small businesses in…

Game Plan: Leveraging Federal Tax Incentives for Business Childcare Solutions Source: U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation With enhanced 45F, employers can lead on childcare—without becoming child care operators. Empower your workforce with the enhanced Employer-Provided Child Care Credit (I.R.C. § 45F). The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Game Plan explains how employers, small-business consortia, chambers,…

Local Chambers of Commerce Month Source: PA Chamber of Business & Industry Last week, Gov. Josh Shapiro issued a proclamation officially designating October 2025 as Local Chambers of Commerce Month in Pennsylvania, recognizing the vital role chambers play in supporting businesses and driving economic growth across the Commonwealth, and the work of the PA Chamber in collaborating…

PJM Summit Convenes All 13 States and Key Stakeholders to Address Key Supply and Demand Issues Source: PA Chamber of Business and Industry Representatives from all 13 PJM states, several governors from the PJM region, and hundreds of stakeholders gathered in Philadelphia last week for the Summit on the State of PJM Interconnection — to discuss proposed…

5 Tools to Help You Visualize and Plan Your Cash Flow Source:  Emily Heaslip , Contributor, and CO – by U.S. Chamber of Commerce Cash flow is one of the most important indicators of your business’s health. Your bank account balance can be misleading: Cash flow shows how much actual money is moving in and out…

Scaling Smarter, Not Harder: Build Repeatable Systems to Grow Your Business Source: Chamber Today Growth stalls when leaders stay stuck in the weeds. Documented, repeatable systems free up time and eliminate bottlenecks. Businesses that scale well do so by creating clarity, consistency, and accountability. The bottom line: Systematization is not bureaucracy. It is your growth…

Strategic Storytelling: Why Your Business Narrative Is Your Strongest Growth Tool Source: Chamber Today A clear, emotionally resonant brand story sets your business apart in crowded markets Stories attract high-caliber talent who connect with your mission, not just your product Loyal customers are built through stories that reflect their values and aspirations Strategic storytelling gives…

The Future of Employer-Sponsored Healthcare Source: My Benefit Advisor As we move into the later stages of 2025, employer-sponsored healthcare is undergoing a dramatic transformation driven by technology, cost pressures, and shifting workforce expectations. Traditional models focused solely on insurance coverage are giving way to holistic, data-driven strategies that prioritize prevention, personalization, and accessibility. The…

How Teaching Your Team to Sell Drives Every Metric Up Source: Chamber Today Growth-minded companies train everyone, not just the sales team, to understand the basics of selling. Every employee interaction with customers, partners, or community stakeholders can be a growth opportunity. Sales skills foster confidence, empathy, and better communication, which boosts performance across all…

Budget Battle Persists Despite Public Transit Temporary Fix Democratic leaders have sounded less optimistic. Senate Democratic Leader Jay Costa (D-Allegheny) told the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette last week that “anything could happen.” Source: PA Chamber of Business and Industry Pennsylvania’s state budget impasse has now stretched into its third month, with negotiations continuing behind closed doors and lawmakers again signaling…