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Five Time Management Strategies for Small Business Owners and Team Leaders Effective time management is crucial for small business owners and team leaders to enhance productivity and maintain work-life balance. Mastering time management helps in handling multiple roles without becoming overwhelmed, ensuring long-term success. The Eisenhower Matrix aids in prioritizing tasks by distinguishing between what…

LOCAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LEADERS CONVERGE IN HARRISBURG FOR 2024 CHAMBER DAY The PA Chamber and the PA Association of Chamber Professionals welcomed nearly 100 representatives from chambers of commerce around the Commonwealth to the 2024 Chamber Day at the Capitol last week. An annual highlight for Pennsylvania’s chamber community, Chamber Day encompasses a full…

How to Establish Credit for Your Small Business Separate personal and business finances to establish credit, protect personal assets, and ensure tax accuracy. Form an LLC for liability protection and tax benefits, enhancing your business’s credibility. Obtain an EIN and DUNS number for tax purposes, banking, and to build your business credit profile. Open a…

2024 dividend declared for the ChamberChoice business insurance program Program has returned nearly $13.1 million in dividends over 12 years Chambers of Commerce Service Corporation (CCSC) is pleased to announce that Penn National Insurance has declared a 1% dividend for the ChamberChoice Business Insurance program. Members, who placed their insurance coverage with Penn National Insurance…

Supplementing Base Coverage with Limited Benefit Plans In the dynamic environment of employee benefits, employers are continually working to provide comprehensive coverage that meets the diverse needs of their company’s workforce. Limited benefit plans have emerged as a pragmatic solution, offering targeted coverage for specific healthcare needs or financial protections. Limited benefit plans, also commonly known…

PA Chamber Leads Statewide Coalition Calling for Elimination of PA’s Start-Up Tax Source: PA Chamber of Business and Industry Last week, the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry led a coalition of more than 70 chambers of commerce across the Commonwealth in calling on Governor Josh Shapiro and members of the General Assembly to improve…

Inbound or Outbound Marketing: Which one is best for your small business? Understanding the difference between inbound and outbound marketing is key to crafting effective strategies. Inbound marketing attracts customers through valuable content and SEO, fostering organic reach and engagement. Outbound marketing pushes messages to a broad audience through traditional advertising methods like TV and…

A Look Ahead for the Week of June 3, 2024 Source: PA Chamber of Business and Industry House and Senate lawmakers are back in Harrisburg this week and, as always, the PA Chamber is currently monitoring several pieces of legislation with the potential to impact the state’s business community. Childcare Subsidy Eligibility (H.B. 1486) House…

PA Chamber Backs Federal Bill to Reduce Regulatory Burden on Small Businesses Source: PA Chamber of Business and Industry The PA Chamber recently joined a national coalition of business associations in calling on Congress to pass bipartisan legislation to protect small business owners from excessive federal regulations. In a letter led by the U.S. Chamber…

The Power of Behind-the-Scenes Videos: Boosting Your Brand and Sales Behind-the-scenes videos (BTS) provide authenticity and transparency, boosting brand exposure and emotional connection with the audience. Sharing exclusive, behind-the-scenes content can increase social media following and visibility through engaging, shareable videos. BTS content builds trust with consumers by humanizing the brand and showcasing the passion…