Working together

Frances Cole Jones in her book, “The WOW Factor … the 33 Things You Must ( and must not) Do to Guarantee Your Edge in Today’s Business World,” talks about the tools you need — daring, fluidity and mental strength — to stay afloat in this challenging environment. Here are some tips that will help you succeed throughout 2019 and beyond:

Build your business plan. … Take advantage of this idea at no cost to you so that you are prepared for a different, new way of conducting business. Call us immediately to make an appointment with one of our SCORE representatives.

Review the 2019 legislative agenda … Balance & Stability … Work with Government Relations, our lobbyist and legislative delegation on workforce development and education, transportation, arts and culture, energy and communication, health care, business growth and the fiscal principals affecting us all.

Expand your vision … Join us this Wednesdayat 5:30 p.m., for the Chamber’s Open House to meet colleagues including new and seasoned members to hear the benefits you can gain by joining the Chamber. Education, refreshments, entertainment and gifts await you.

Read to children…Your spirits will soar when you participate in the 28th Annual Read Aloud sponsored by the Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation on Wednesday, Feb. 13. Join hundreds of readers who spend an hour reading to elementary school children throughout the Northwest corner. It’s a heartwarming experience and a value for the children. Please call us to schedule your school and classroom.

Tackle some critical issues … Join one of the Chamber’s Peer Groups that address challenges that do become opportunities. Consider the Manufacturer’s Coalition, Health Care Council, School to Career Pathways, Insurance Committee, Leads Group, Membership Committee, Government Relations or WOW Advisory. You will benefit more than you realize.

Market your business … Contact us immediately to secure your name and company on our website, newsletter and 2019 Directory almost ready for print just waiting for you.

Collaborate … Together we can accomplish so much more. Wow! It’s going to be a great year because Business will be Working Together.