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Supporting local chambers means supporting local businesses

Local chambers of commerce are our nation’s strongest small business advocates, providing a voice for thousands of communities across America. When businesses succeed, communities...

Hello burnout my old friend

Early in my career, a supervisor once said to me, “Always say yes.” This came in response to me saying “no” to someone in...

Consumer connection: October is Financial Planning and Retirement Security Month

October is both Financial Planning and Retirement Security Month. Creating a financial plan during your working years ensures a solid foundation for a secure...

Meeting the challenge for talent amid the COVID-19 pandemic

We are still in the war with COVID-19 and variants of the illness. Most of the news is negative, with plenty of talk about...

MFG Day 2021 inspires next generation of makers

On Oct. 1, The Manufacturing Institute and the National Association of Manufacturers officially kicked off the ninth annual day dedicated to inspiring the next...

We need a vaccine mandate to save our health care system  

Editor’s note: Joe Tye’s message is in response to the Sept. 20 CBJ editorial, “Employers vaccine mandate unwise.” Every year since my first hospital...

The 4 things to do in a crisis

We are all operating in strange times. And at some point, you may be faced with making a controversial decision or facing a backlash...

Three top salary negotiation tips

My recruiting career has spanned 40 years. Now I am pulling the curtain back for anyone looking for a successful career move. Let’s discuss...

Only 4 of 10 U.S. households paid 2020 federal income taxes

More than six out of 10 U.S households paid no federal income taxes in 2020 due to declines in income and boosts in government...

Lethal insider threats to your business

Business competition in most industries is brutal and getting worse. With globalization, you now must compete with the entire world for market share. In...

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