What Does It Mean to Be a Chamber Member?
The Hidden Value Behind Chamber Membership Traditionally, a chamber of commerce is a membership organization that supports the interests of its business members. It is not affiliated with the government,…
Ten 2023 Trends Hand-picked for Small Business
Whether you sell food, things, or services, we’ve brought together a round-up of trends that you can incorporate into your business in 2023 for increased revenue and better market traction.…
Small Business Season Topics for Your Newsletter or Email Blast
It’s the last week of Small Business Season but you can still make a big impression. Email blasts/campaigns, texts, and newsletters (in addition to your social media posts) can help…
How to Make Your Product or Service Indispensable
Unless you are extremely fortunate in your type of business, there’s a lot of tough competition out there. Your product or service must compete against a host of other businesses…
Making the Most of Your Minutes
Small business owners usually have more on their to-do lists than there is time in the day. If becoming more productive is one of your New Year’s resolutions, we have…
During Small Business Season Don’t Forget This
It’s easy to get swept up in the stress of managing a small business during the holidays. But if you sell gift cards or are a participating business in our…
Popular Misconceptions About Shopping Small That Are Holding Your Customers Back
We’re closing in less than two weeks until Christmas. That means businesses with e-commerce options are quickly counting down deadlines for Christmas deliveries. This is the perfect time for Alameda…
4 Psychological Techniques for Increased Sales During Small Business Season
It’s a noisy world out there and there’s lots of competition. If you want to stand out, you must provide excellent value and persuasive copy. Without these two things the…
4 Things to Do for Your Small Business in December
The holiday shopping season is in full tilt right now and while you’re busy analyzing your Black Friday and Cyber Monday revenue, there are a few things you want to…
US Chamber Advice for Small Businesses This Holiday Season
A new report from Intuit Quickbooks shows a unique opportunity for small businesses during Small Business Season. Based on survey results from 5,500 consumers and 1,500 businesses, consumers are planning to spend…