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Welcome to the Barton County Chamber of Commerce Blog. You'll find information about our area, articles about our members, news and information about business that you can use every day in your own business endeavors. If you have a suggestion for the Chamber Blog, or would like to submit something to us to share, contact us at info@bartoncounty.com
Wednesday, June 21, 2017
5 THINGS YOU DO THAT TURN CUSTOMERS OFF

One of the things marketing consultants and business coaches will tell you is to be yourself on social media and in your blogging. Let your tone come through and allow people to get to know you. Your personality will help you stand out. And it does, whether you have a good one or a bad one.

Christina R. Green

Thursday, June 8, 2017
The Biggest Unused Advantage Small Businesses Have Over Box Stores

Some days it feels hard to compete with the loss leaders big box stores employ, the operating hours they’re able to keep, the programs, their ad budget, their marketing…the list goes on. But small businesses do have an advantage box stores don’t and it’s one that’s rarely used.

Christina R. Green

Wednesday, May 31, 2017
Why Join the Chamber: Political Action

Few businesses have enough of a budget to warrant a personal lobbyist to speak on their behalf at the state capital and in Washington, D.C. but it’s those exact small voices that need the representation. How do you ensure your business is represented when it needs to be without keeping a full-time lobbyist or legislative assistant on board? You join the chamber.

Christina R. Green

Thursday, May 4, 2017
Thank You Small Business Owners

Small business owners are a crucial part of our economy. According to a recent Forbes report over 120 million people are employed by small businesses. Small businesses create around 70% of the jobs each year in the U.S. according to a report released by the Small Business Administration. If you add in solopreneurs and the growing freelancing movement, the numbers are even larger.

Christina R. Green

Wednesday, April 19, 2017
Speaking Your Way to the Top

It’s estimated 74% of people fear speaking in public, while only 68% are afraid of death. What does that tell you? Speaking in public, for most of us, is a fate worse than death. Facing your fears and moving past your comfort zone is a popular topic for keynote speakers and life coaches right now, but never has facing your fears been more important to your career and business than in the area of public speaking. If you want your business to be remembered and you want to establish yourself as a thought

Christina Green

Wednesday, March 29, 2017
Tools for Being a Better Listener When Your Customers Aren’t in the Room

Most of the time being a better listener means closing your mouth and not thinking about what you will say next. But the real listening help most small business owners need in today’s business climate is digital.

Christina R. Green

Monday, December 19, 2016
The Key to Employee Engagement is You

Would you trust the care of your most beloved loved one to someone who didn’t like you very much? If you have disengaged employees you might be doing just that. It is impossible for a disengaged employee to provide excellent customer service. It doesn’t matter how skilled the employee is, if they think of your business as the mere source of income, you/they won’t be wowing your customers.

Christina R. Green

Monday, December 19, 2016
How to Increase Your Business’ Referrals

One of the easiest and cheapest marketing tactics today is building a referral network. If you concentrate on growing referrals and word-of-mouth (WOM) marketing you can cut your marketing budget. Not only does WOM marketing not cost you anything, it’s more believed by potential customers. A recent survey by PowerReviews of 800 retail customers reported 95% of respondents have consulted customer reviews in the past. But how do you grow that solid base of referrals and people willing to write reviews?

Christina R. Green

Tuesday, November 15, 2016
3 Lessons Learned From a Failed Jump

The videographer was the first to jump from the plane followed by the instructor and student. All seemed to be in order. Shortly after filming the other skydivers for a brief period and hurtling toward the ground at 150 mph, the videographer attempted to deploy his parachute only to discover he wasn't wearing one. The videographer was a veteran skydiver who had made over 800 jumps in his career. Strapping on a parachute would only seem natural to the casual observer. By those who knew the videographer

Mark Turner

Thursday, November 10, 2016
4 Tips to Creating Viral Content for Your Business

Maybe you’ve heard the old saying, in order to win the lottery you first have to play. That’s about the extent to any advice someone can give you on how to win. Yes, there are superstitions out there and number theories, but in the end, the only way to guarantee you could win the lottery is by playing.

Christina R. Green

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