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A mentoring session is a confidential, personalized conversation with a business expert to answer a question or to solve a problem that you’re facing.

I got an email reminder the other day about my article deadline and wondered how I was going to fit it in with an incredibly busy time at work and so many other commitments with Chamber awards ceremonies, holiday gatherings with clients and the like.  I had the idea of what I wanted to write about, but zero time to research.  That is when I remembered my colleague and friend Kathy Bardins wrote an article titled “To AI or Not to AI” back in September.

The game of sales has changed. With so much information available online and through social media, the days of the sales person being the sole source of information are long gone. While consultative selling is still critical, no longer can those of us in sales think that we are the determining factor in purchasing. The right sales approach will enhance your opportunity, however a poor approach can eliminate your chances. Join two seasoned sales professionals to learn the critical skills needed for success in today’s ever-changing business world.

Live Webinar Recorded January 24, 2024

Stephanie Elia, herself a successful entrepreneur, will be giving lots of good tips for small business bookkeeping.

She will touch on:

• Common mistakes new business owners make
• Best practices for bookkeeping, like how often to update
• How to stay on top of bookkeeping when someone else is handling it for you
• Things to include/not include in your records
• How to use bookkeeping as a goal-tracking technique.

Microloans are small loans that can help you get started or expand. A microloan is normally on average about $13,000.
Below is a list of SBA Microlenders that may be able to help you get funded.
Please note a microloan must be paid back in full and requires lending and credit requirements that may be different for each lender