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The Power of Upskilling and Professional Development in the Workplace Authored by MyBenefit Advisor In today’s fast-paced and evolving workplace environment, employers face numerous challenges in their efforts to remain competitive and successful. One method of establishing an essential edge is through upskilling. Upskilling is a strategy that involves investing in the development of an…

The Art of Giving Feedback That Inspires Instead of Discourages Delivering constructive feedback is vital for team growth and morale. Effective feedback should be specific, timely, and focused on behaviors rather than personal attributes. Utilizing the “sandwich” approach — starting with positive feedback, addressing areas for improvement, and concluding with encouragement — can enhance receptivity.…

2025 Economic Preview: A Year of Productivity-Driven Growth Source: U.S. Chamber of Commerce Author: Curtis Dubay, Chief Economist, U.S. Chamber of Commerce   Barring an unforeseeable event, the economy should grow even better in 2025 than it did in 2023 and 2024, which means a growth rate above 3% with the gains being broadly enjoyed. This will…

End of Session Report Highlights State Chamber’s Pro-Business Achievements Source: PA Chamber of Business & Industry With the 2023-24 legislative session at its end, the PA Chamber is taking stock of its member-driven, pro-business accomplishments over the course of the past two years with their latest End of Session Report. The report highlights some of…

Regulations Hold Back Small Businesses Source: U.S. Chamber of Commerce Author: Thaddeus Swanek, Senior Writer and Editor, Strategic Communications, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Time to read: 8 minutes Small businesses—and all Americans—benefit from strong economic growth. However, new data in the MetLife & U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index for Q4 2024 gives further…

Creating Value in Employee Benefits In recent years, it has become apparent that the traditional principles pertaining to “value” in workplace benefits have changed. The reality that many employers have begun to embrace is twofold: Employees are not just workers, but real people, and A person’s job is a component of their life, not separate…

Why Outsourcing Strengthens Small Businesses and Communities Boosts Business Growth: Outsourcing non-core tasks lets small businesses focus on strengths, cut costs, and scale efficiently. Strengthens Communities: Partnering with local providers supports small businesses, creates jobs, and fosters innovation. Smart Strategy: Delegating specialized services drives business performance and fuels local economic resilience—everyone wins. 585 words ~…

Pause on Credit Card Late Fees Rule Continues Source: U.S. Chamber of Commerce In a win against government micromanagement of business, a federal court in Texas last week refused to lift a preliminary injunction on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) credit card late fees rule and held that the Bureau likely exceeded its statutory…

Budget-Friendly Marketing: Growth Tactics for Small Teams and Tight Budgets Small businesses can thrive on tight budgets with smart, cost-effective marketing strategies: Leverage free tools: Use platforms like Canva (design), Mailchimp (email), and Google My Business (local SEO). Maximize organic reach: Share engaging, shareable content tailored to your audience. Repurpose & collaborate: Extend content life…

Judge Blocks Federal Ownership Reporting Requirements Source: US Chamber of Commerce A federal court in Texas halted the implementation of the Corporate Transparency Act’s (CTA) beneficial ownership reporting requirements. Holding that the CTA is likely unconstitutional, the court issued a preliminary injunction barring the government from enforcing the CTA and its reporting requirements against anyone.…