September “Business Advocate” Newsletter Published

Sept. Business Advocate online at http://bit.ly/tccnews Top stories include new health fair, leads group, exclusive offers and more!

Local Shopping Provides Economic Boost

Shopping locally strengthens communities and economies by re-circulating money in the community, sustaining local jobs and generating tax revenue for the community and state.

Staying alive: Sustainable Business Practices

What can business owners do to survive this recession? In this article, we speak with the owners of two booming Tempe businesses who dish out advice and testimonials on the strategies that have helped them stand the test of time.

How Safe Is Your Business?

When it comes to your business, your first concern is probably your bottom line. Are you making a profit? What more can you be doing to get more customers? However, all it takes is one workplace accident or lawsuit, and none of that will matter.

Bridging the Generation Gap

Although it may be tempting to assume that members of an age group all share the same traits, it is important to remember that each generation contains millions of members and that general ideas about each group will not accurately reflect on each individual.

Beat the Heat - Tempe Businesses Get Creative in a Summer Slowdown

When temperatures start to soar during the summer months, sadly, revenue for businesses in Tempe and the Valley tends to do the opposite. Innovative methods are often necessary for these local businesses to draw in customers and compete. Learn how these Tempe Chamber members beat the heat.

Help Tempe Score Google Fiber!

The City just put together a great video at http://www.tempe.gov/googlefiber/ in its efforts to get Google to recognize the value of installing its new high-speed fiber network in town. Check out the link to see how you can (very easily) lend a hand and win hotel stays, gift cards, Tempe Chamber event passes and more!

Embrace Visionary Leadership: Austin Vickers Guides Businesspeople to Success on March 18

On March 18 the Tempe Chamber of Commerce hosts Austin Vickers, founder of The International Coaching & Training Institute. Mr. Vickers teaches participants to “see” every challenge or frustration from a new perspective and provide you with a process to follow to find opportunity where there appears to be none. Learn what great leaders do to develop superior visionary leadership and overcome obstacles and limitations.

Spring Offers Chance to Plant, Grow, Harvest Success

Spring officially arrives on March 20, and with it comes some great chances to do grow your business and enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Make the Most of Your Lunch Break

With the new year now in full swing, what are you doing to boost your business? If you’re like many, finding extra time to network might seem nearly impossible. That’s why the Tempe Chamber of Commerce hosts events that provide a way to use your lunch break as a time to meet potential clients and business contacts.