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8 business resources you can find at the library
By Ross Gile |
You might be surprised at the business resources that can be found at our local library. Small business owners and entrepreneurs have access to anoften untapped resource that can provide a wealth of information. You willprobably want to find that library card or apply for a new one when you finish.We are delighted that Whittier…
Read Full Article Words That Can Ruin Your Sentence
By Ross Gile |
Crutch words slip into sentences in order to give the speaker more time to think or to emphasize a statement. Over time, they become unconscious verbal tics. Most often, crutch words do not add meaning to a statement. Here are 20 words for you to watch out for when talking to customers, or on your next…
Read Full Article Give where you live – #GIVINGTUESDAY
By Ross Gile |
#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving and the widely recognized shopping events Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday, #GivingTuesday kicks off the charitable season, when many focus on their holiday and end-of-year giving. This November 27th, join…
Read Full Article Strong California Economy Will Allow Next Governor to Address These Issues
By Ross Gile |
By Allan Zaremberg, President and CEO of the California Chamber of Commerce The top priorities for California’s next governor ought to reflect what is on the minds of Californians. With our diverse population, geography and business community, no single issue hits all our needs, unless the economy is bad. Then there is no other issue. It…
Read Full Article 4 Tips to Make Your Business More Likable
By Ross Gile |
People buy from people they know, like, and trust. While you might be in the right place at the right time when someone is up against it, and they may buy from you once without knowing, liking, or trusting you, for them to return, you’ll need more than luck. Know and trust generally come along…
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