9 Essential Retail Marketing Strategies for 2024 In an era where e-commerce giants seem to be taking over, the significance of brick-and-mortar retail can’t be overlooked. Generational preferences, along with the 24/7 convenience of online shopping, account for much of the differences between online buying habits compared to in- store. Still, many consumers note that…
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Our Region’s Business with Bill Flanagan- A Collaborative Effort by Westmoreland County Chamber, Trying Together & Duolingo The Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce recently featured on “Our Region’s Business” with Bill Flanagan, showcased its commitment to addressing the critical issue of childcare accessibility and affordability in the region. In collaboration with Chamber member Trying…
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FEATURED ARTICLE: FTF Bans Non-Competes As the President of the Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce, it’s important for me to keep you informed about regulatory changes that could impact your businesses. One such change that I want to bring to your attention is the recent decision by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to ban most…
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Celebrating Achieving True Self: Chamber Champion for May The Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce Achieving True Self as the esteemed “Chamber Champion” for the month of May. This honor is a testament to their exceptional commitment to serving the community and their relentless dedication to improving lives through their innovative approach…
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Extreme Ownership: How Leaders Can Transform Business Culture with Radical Responsibility Jocko Willink explains that extreme ownership is more than a strategy; it’s a mindset shift that changes how we see leadership. Willink, a highly decorated former Navy SEAL officer and bestselling author of Extreme Ownership, recounts a harrowing incident from Ramadi, Iraq, in his 2017 TedTalk.…
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Understanding the Complex Role of HR in Today’s Workplace The HR Paradox: Balancing Unity and Division Many people think HR is just there to enforce management’s rules without question. But the reality is more complex. A successful company depends on HR’s skill in balancing what the bosses want with taking care of employees’ needs. In…
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AI is a Tool, Not an Employee Submitted by Mark Whittaker, Whitmark Digital Have you been paying attention to the artificial intelligence revolution? I have, and many of us in digital marketing find it hard to talk about anything else these days. It’s hard to summarize “AI” in just a few paragraphs, and new AI…
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Arianna Huffington, the co-founder of The Huffington Post, famously criticized the practice of valuing employees solely based on their brilliance. She coined the term “brilliant jerks” for those who excel in their job but have a negative impact on the workplace. While it can be tempting to ignore interpersonal flaws for talent’s sake, promoting or hiring such individuals…
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Mutual Aid EMS Named Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce’s Non-Profit of the Month. On behalf of the Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce, we are thrilled to announce Mutual Aid Ambulance Service as the recipient of our prestigious “Non-Profit of the Month” award for April. Mutual Aid is a cornerstone of our community, providing essential emergency…
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Celebrating April’s Chamber Champion: Dan Galbraith – Solutionist Wearables & Advertising Giveaways The Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce is delighted to recognize Dan Galbraith, affectionately known as “Dan the Swag Man,” as our Chamber Champion for the month of April. Dan serves as the President and Owner of Solutionist Wearables & Advertising Giveaways, a…
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