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Master Your Chamber’s Workflow with 50 Smart Downtime Ideas

Have you ever thought, I have a few minutes to spare how can I use them best? (Probably not, right?) You might be surprised how much time you spend waiting on meetings and other things in your day. It adds up. Or perhaps you have the good fortune of securing an intern or a new […]

4 Apps You Should Try

If you’re anything like me, you’re always ready to “turn over a new leaf” and you’re curious about ways to get better and do better. Unfortunately, it’s my implementation muscle that is my weakest. That’s where apps come in. Most apps are designed to be easy and many of them are gamified to make the […]

Strategies for Rekindling Chamber-City Relations

In the bustling world of local economies, the chamber of commerce and city government are like the old Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup commercials highlighting the joys of a peanut butter and chocolate combo. But sometimes, like any pairing, things can get a little nutty–and not in a tasty way. As a chamber pro, you might […]

How to Create a Chamber Year-end Review

If you’ve ever worked in the corporate world, you’ve probably had to perform a year-end review. It can be painful. And frustrating if you have a bad memory or you weren’t organized (or had enough insight) to capture all the things you did as you did them. When you reach the end, it can feel […]

You Need a Chamber Board Review. Here’s Why:

Your chamber board members play a pivotal role in guiding your organization toward success. If they’re not doing an adequate job of meeting expectations, the whole chamber suffers. While it’s tempting to sit back and wait for their term to expire, you’ll lose valuable time. And why lose as much as two years waiting to fill […]

The Best ChatGPT Plugins for Chambers

ChatGPT is all the rage and can do some amazing things for your chamber marketing efforts without spending any money. However, the free version (default 3.5 version) is missing some functionality that the paid version has. One of those things is the extended capabilities of plugins. While upgrading to the paid version is not a […]

Launching a 501(c)(3) Foundation: A Comprehensive Guide for Chambers of Commerce

Establishing a 501(c)(3) foundation can be a powerful move for chambers looking to expand their reach, make a lasting impact in their communities, and secure a stable source of funding to do more in the community. These nonprofit organizations serve as valuable tools for community engagement, economic development, and philanthropy. But how do you get […]