Do You Have a “Johnny the Bagger” Customer Experience Story?
People talk about customer experience all the time and they tell stories of big productions by national companies. But you don’t have to have a big budget to make a…
5 Ways the Alameda Chamber Can Make Your Professional Life Easier
We’re all so busy these days. That’s part of the reason life hacks are so popular. But did you know one of the best professional life hacks is chamber membership?…
Why Workforce Development Is a Big Deal for Alameda’s Small Businesses
If you think workforce development is just something big companies get behind, it’s time to rethink your stance. Here’s why: Many small and medium-sized business owners think workforce development isn’t…
Small Business Owners: It’s Time to Think Big
It’s Small Business Week and we want to challenge all small business owners to shed their idea that they are a “small business” and go for the gusto this year!…
How AI is Revolutionizing Search Engine Optimization for Small Businesses
Periodically, the Search Engine Optimization (SEO) gurus come out and tell everyone some <insert noun> is changing SEO forever. Add that to the nearly constant adjustments search engines are making…
Top Business Advice from 3 Celebrities
What do you think about taking business advice from people making millions of dollars on acting in one movie? Would you listen? There’s a new generation of Hollywood stars that…
Ways to Improve Team Culture in Your Small Business
Many small businesses overlook the importance of team culture. They might do so because they feel they have a transient workforce and people won’t stick around. It’s possible they believe…
3 Types of Content You Need for Better Sales
When it comes to creating content for your Alameda business, you’re looking for two types—that which engages and that which educates those interested in what you offer. Engaging content is…
3 Easy Things to Help You Attract More Customers for Your New Business
Starting a new business is difficult under the best circumstances. But in today’s economic climate, it’s difficult to make a name for yourself when most people are trying desperately to…
How to Simplify Your Business
There’s a lot of talk about making life easier–getting rid of clutter, buying less, not making things so complicated. Some people are even moving to 300 square feet homes to…