15 Respectful Ways to Honor Vets on Veterans Day (and Year-Round)

Veterans Day is coming up on Monday, November 11thโ€”an awesome time to show appreciation for those whoโ€™ve stepped up to protect our freedoms. Even if youโ€™re tight on time, putting together a thoughtful way to honor Veterans Day can really connect your business with the community and demonstrate true gratitude for veteransโ€™ service. And why stop at just one day? You can make these connections all year long.

Honoring Veterans on Veterans Day

Think of Veterans Day a bit like Valentineโ€™s or Motherโ€™s Dayโ€”itโ€™s a day to remind us to say “thank you” to those who might not hear it enough. If youโ€™re already celebrating veterans throughout the year, Veterans Day might be more of a touchpoint than a reminder. But for most of us, itโ€™s a day to pause and really think about their service.… Read the rest

5 Professional Development Practices That Will Elevate Your Teamโ€™s Success Workshop

Nurturing talent through robust professional development programs is more crucial than ever in todayโ€™s competitive landscape. Companies investing in these strategies not only boost employee morale but also strengthen their long-term performance and retention rates. Here are five key practices that can help your employees reach new heights:

1. Build Effective Mentorship Programs

Mentorship is more than just an onboarding perk; itโ€™s a transformative tool that catalyzes career growth. Research indicates that mentored employees are five times more likely to advance in their careers. Structured mentorship programs pair less experienced employees with seasoned leaders who offer guidance, impart knowledge, and foster professional confidence. This partnership helps mentees navigate complex workplace dynamics while mentors gain renewed motivation and satisfaction by sharing their expertise.… Read the rest

4 Simple Management Tasks to Make More of Your Limited Time

Ever noticed how anyone over 20 will tell you how fast time flies after they give you todayโ€™s date? It feels like just yesterday it was [insert memory here]! If you own a business, you know this feeling all too well. There’s never enough time, and it seems like as soon as you handle one task, another one pops up.

Making the most of your time is crucial to running a successful business. But how do you manage it all? When youโ€™re responsible for everything, how do you make sure youโ€™re staying effective?

The first step is delegation, of course. You canโ€™t do it all, but if you have a reliable team, here are four management tips to help you reclaim your time and focus.… Read the rest

Morning Spark at Insurance By Design 10/30/2024

Join us in welcoming Insurance By Design for a Morning Spark.

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.

Help us celebrate Insurance By Design’s 5 year anniversary with a very special breakfast surprise!

Everyone is eligible to win great door prizes!

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

Register Now

Timeline:

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

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

8 :15 am | Get to know Gladys and the team at Insurance By Design

8:25 am | Round the Room Introductions

8:45 am | Announcements and Business Shoutouts

8:55 am | Raffle Drawing

9:00 am | Event Concludes

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

The FTC Ban on Fake Reviews and the Use of Bots: Implications for Small Businesses The FTC Ban on Fake Reviews and the Use of Bots: Implications for Small Businesses

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) just made a big move to ensure transparency in online reviews by banning deceptive practices that mislead consumers. This new rule is aimed at cracking down on fake reviews and the use of bots to create false endorsements. It also requires businesses to disclose any connections they have with the reviewers. With more and more small businesses using social media for marketing, this change is going to have a major impact.

The FTC’s ban on fake reviews and bots is all about tackling the issue of consumer deception and the loss of trust in online shopping. As e-commerce and digital marketing continue to grow, misleading reviews can give consumers a skewed perception, often leading to bad buying decisions.… Read the rest