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Embracing the Summer Season for Business Growth

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The unofficial start of summer is upon us, and with it comes a season of change for many small businesses. School is out, vacations are in, and customer behavior shifts as people embrace the warmer weather and longer days.

For some businesses, summer is a time of enormous revenue; for others, it can herald a long dry spell. However, with a bit of planning and creativity, summer can also be a season of growth and opportunity, regardless of your industry (except maybe snow plowing).

Capitalizing on Summer Opportunities

Summer offers unique opportunities to refresh your branding, engage customers, and capture the carefree spirit of the season. People are looking for ways to have fun and are in a vacation mindset even if they’re at home.… Read the rest

Thrive Not Just Survive Burnout (In-person and Virtual)

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Thrive Don't Just Survive Burnout

Join us either in-person or virtually for a transformative workshop designed to empower business leaders and their employees. Discover effective tools and insights that help prioritize wellness, manage stress, and boost productivity while safeguarding mental health. Don’t miss this opportunity to understand how to manage stress and workload, fostering routines that will help balance your professional and personal life!

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OBJECTIVES:

• Gain understanding and perspective on burnout and overwhelm.

• Learn how to effectively prioritize tasks to manage workload and minimize stress.

• Discover strategic self-care techniques that create sustainable success.

• Gather tools to develop a resilient mindset to withstand workplace pressures & challenges.

TAKEAWAY:

Leave the workshop with a digital e-book that focuses on equiping you with effective tools, proven strategies, and practical steps that can be integrated into your daily routine to reclaim your wellbeing and enhance your productivity without sacrificing your peace of mind.… Read the rest

Morning Spark @Club Pilates June 26th, 2024

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Our Morning Spark networking events are great for meeting and making new business connections within the community. Facilitated introductions between attendees ensure you will meet everyone.

Everyone is eligible to win great door prizes!

Guests are welcome to join us for a fun and business-building morning.

Timeline:

7:45 | Attendees are welcome to arrive early to meet and greet

8:00 am | “Free-Range”/General Networking among attendees

8 :25 am | Spark! with the great folks at Club Pilates

8:35 am | Round the Room Introductions

8:50 am | Announcements and Business Shoutouts and Ribbon Cutting

8:55 am | Raffle Drawing

9:00 am | Event Concludes

* Non-members are limited to two Morning Spark events before joining the Chamber.

(WACC follows all state, county, and local safety regulations.… Read the rest

Are You Selling What Your Customers Need?

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Are you selling what your customers need

This isn’t a critique of the actual item or service you offer, but rather how you present it. If you’re not speaking in your audience’s language and addressing a need they’ve identified, you’re facing an uphill marketing battle. Here’s why:

Years ago, I worked with a client who used a term I’d never heard before. She wasn’t marketing to NASA or some niche filled with jargon. Her target audience was a common one, albeit younger than me. She insisted she was a leader in using this term, pioneering its usage. I had to ask her what it meant.

She explained it simply, and I followed up with a straightforward question: “Is that what your audience calls it?”

“Not yet,” she replied.… Read the rest

IdeaFest 2024 Coming May 29th

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Oregon Tech’s IdeaFest “Preview” Event

Oregon Tech’s IdeaFest “Preview” is a special event designed to highlight the remarkable projects that students undertake during their studies at the Oregon Institute of Technology. This event is a fantastic opportunity for community members to get an exclusive look at the top-tier projects one hour before the general public. During this preview, guests can enjoy charcuterie and refreshments while mingling with our administrators and public figures.

Held annually at the end of the Spring term, IdeaFest takes place at both the Klamath Falls and Portland-Metro campuses. It serves as a platform for students from various programs to showcase their work and view projects from their peers. Each project features posters and demonstrations, providing a comprehensive view of the students’ efforts and innovations.… Read the rest