Business Resources
Hurricane Recovery Resources
Hurricane Recovery Resources Back to Blog October 1, 2024 Citrus County Chamber In the wake of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton, we understand many of you may be facing challenges in the recovery process. The Citrus County Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to providing the support you need, and with the help of the county…
Read MoreThe Most Important Part of Hiring?
The Most Important Part of Hiring? Back to Blog March 21, 2024 growthzone Hiring is one of the costliest things you do as a business as it can leave you exposed and vulnerable. While a good hire can be a turning point in your business, a bad hire can leave you (and your employees) reeling.…
Read MoreStop Chasing Squirrels
Stop Chasing Squirrels Back to Blog July 20, 2023 growthzone Have you ever seen the movie Up? In it, there’s a scene where a talking dog (he has a collar that translates his thoughts) is explaining his voice, only to be derailed by the passing of a squirrel. You may know chasing squirrels as “shiny…
Read MoreMastering Networking Events
Mastering Networking Events Back to Blog June 20, 2023 growthzone First, you’re probably thinking if everyone in the chamber (and beyond) reads this article and follows the advice here, no one will be unforgettable because we’ll all be following the same instructions. But in the words of the famous Dr. Seuss, “There is no one…
Read MoreRoadblock to a Growth Mindset
Roadblock to a Growth Mindset Back to Blog June 12, 2023 growthzone (Hint: over 50% of business professionals across all industries are succumbing to it) Before you read this article, open the internet, and ask “How many business professionals are busy?” For a little extra fun, substitute business professionals with your specific industry. You’ll see…
Read MoreTime to Get Influential: The influencer & your business
Time to Get Influential: The influencer & your business Back to Blog May 16, 2023 growthzone Influencer marketing is a powerful strategy for businesses looking to reach a wider audience and build brand awareness. But it’s not just for the big guys. You can leverage the power of the influencer even as a small business.…
Read MoreTeam Culture in Your Small Business
Team Culture in Your Small Business Back to Blog April 10, 2023 growthzone Many small businesses overlook the importance of team culture. They might do so because they feel they have a transient workforce and people won’t stick around. It’s possible they believe they’re simply too small and team culture is for larger companies like…
Read MoreWhat Does it Mean to Be A Chamber Member
What Does it Mean to Be A Chamber Member Back to Blog January 31, 2023 growthzone The Hidden Value Behind Chamber Membership Traditionally, a chamber of commerce was a membership organization that supports the interests of its business members. It is not affiliated with the government, nor is it a charity. The chamber is separate…
Read MoreSmall Business Season Topics
Small Business Season Topics Back to Blog December 28, 2022 growthzone It’s the last week of Small Business Season but you can still make a big impression. Email blasts/campaigns, texts, and newsletters (in addition to your social media posts) can help you get in front of your ideal customer and stay top of mind. …
Read MoreHow to Get Certified as a Woman Owned Business
While there are about 13 million women-owned businesses in the US, only 4,800 are certified as WOSBs. With the increasing visibility into data and the government’s goal of providing funds for small and minority business, this is an ideal time to get certified.
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