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July 5, 2017
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Don't Miss It
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In the Know
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Venture beyond the conference room this summer as you Explore Plano! Complete self-paced
challenges and learn more great things that the City of Plano has to offer. Share your progress and
experiences on social media with the hashtag #ExplorePlano and enter to win prizes! CLICK HERE for
more details.
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Smart Business Tips
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A Stanford Psychologist Says This Is the Best Way to Praise Employees
When you're praising an employee, the easiest thing to say can be the worst thing to say.
Impossible to argue with those statements?
Maybe not.
Depending on the approach you take, praising an employee -- or praising anyone -- can actually have the opposite effect. The difference lies in whether we assume skill is based on innate ability or on hard work and effort.
Put another way, are people born with certain talents, or can talent be developed?
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Notes from the Chamber
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Don't Forget to Nominate! Best of Plano Nominations Open Now!
The Plano Chamber is accepting nominations for Best of Plano 2017! Submit a brief online application no later than Friday, July 21 for consideration. Awards recognize Community Partners, Small Business Persons, Corporate Citizens, Business Executives, and more! CLICK HERE to find the fillable forms.
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Benefits of Membership
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Promote Your Company to New Residents & Business Professionals!
Plano is growing and there's no better way to reach the community's new employees and residents than by advertising in our 2018 Relocation & Community Guide! Advertising opportunities are now available for members to increase their visibility among newcomers and current residents and professionals. The
online edition is available 24/7 with direct hyperlinks to advertiser websites and 10,000 printed copies are distributed to visitors, residents, businesses, and more!
CLICK HERE for more information on how you can expand your reach!
Shop Smart. Save Money. Support the Chamber
Gain additional benefits from your membership with the newly-launched Affinity Program. Save money by partnering with our participating companies, including Capital One, Express Employment Professionals, Mutual of Omaha Bank, The Style Signature, and Your Biz Rules! CLICK HERE to learn how you can build your business while saving money on services and supporting your Plano Chamber.
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Upcoming Events
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Are you interested in public affairs and learning more about issues that affect Plano and Collin County? Join the Public Policy Committee for our monthly meeting as we work with all levels of government, local businesses, and partner organizations to confront challenges and address leading issues.
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NOTE: This month's Public Policy meeting will be held on Thursday, instead of Wednesday.
July 6 | 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. | Plano Chamber of Commerce
Business After Hours (BAH)
Join the Plano Chamber for our first-ever Business After Hours Summer Showcase, a special event highlighting five host businesses. Enjoy light bites and make new connections.
CLICK HERE for more information and to get your name on the guest list.
July 6 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | Plano Chamber
Business Interchange
Weekly early-morning networking worth getting up for! Sponsored by FedEx Office.
July 7 | 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. | Plano Chamber of Commerce
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Mark Your Calendar
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Are you looking for an opportunity for community involvement, to learn more about the Plano Chamber, gain additional exposure for your business, and have a lot of fun? Become a Plano Chamber Ambassador! The first step is attending the Ambassador Focus Forum.
July 7 | 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | Plano Chamber of Commerce
Digital Marketing Certificate Series - Class 1
Join us for this can't-miss Digital Marketing Certificate Series targeting business success! Take one class to boost your skills or all six to receive the Plano Chamber Collin Corporate College Digital Marketing Certificate and propel your digital business marketing plan to the next level.
CLICK HERE for more details. The bundle option is only available in July, so don't miss out!
July 11 | 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | Plano Chamber of Commerce
Young Professionals of Plano Live After 5
Add a little culture to your scene at YPP's Live After 5, presented by Hilti and Coldwell Banker. Visit the brand-new ArtCentre of Plano for an evening of food, drinks, and music in a casual and creative setting with fellow young professionals, ages 25-40.
CLICK HERE to get on the guest list.
July 11 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | ArtCentre of Plano
Women's Division Luncheon
Learn how to overcome challenges by stepping outside of your day-to-day persona. Tara Hooper of The Style Signature explains how to break down the barriers of how you are perceived by others to be fully appreciated and seen as an authentic, powerful presence.
Registration Deadline: Friday, July 7.
CLICK HERE to register today!
July 12 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Gleneagles Country Club
Business Interchange
Weekly early-morning networking worth getting up for! Sponsored by FedEx Office.
July 14 | 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. | Plano Chamber of Commerce
Digital Marketing Certificate Series - Class 1
Join us for this can't-miss Digital Marketing Certificate Series targeting business success! Take one class to boost your skills or all six to receive the Plano Chamber Collin Corporate College Digital Marketing Certificate and propel your digital business marketing plan to the next level.
CLICK HERE for more details. The bundle option is only available in July, so don't miss out!
July 18 | 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | Plano Chamber of Commerce
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Ribbon Cuttings
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July 11| 10:00 a.m. | 6153 Windhaven Pkwy, Ste. 130 | Plano, TX 75093
July 11| 4:30 p.m. | 5072 W Plano Pkwy., Ste. 260 | Plano, TX 75093
July 13 | 4:30 p.m. | 2129 W Parker Rd., Ste. 300 | Plano, TX 75023
July 20 | 10:00 a.m. | 6404 International Pkwy., Ste. 2020 | Plano, TX 75093
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The Plano Chamber of Commerce is committed to maximizing business development, and
economic growth of the community through advocacy, education, innovation, and collaboration.
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