"A man, as a general rule, owes very little to what he is born with -
a man is what he makes of himself."
Alexander Graham Bell
On this day in 1876, Bell received his patent for the Telephone
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Networking Hybrid Meeting - Lunch, Learn, ZOOM or In Person |
Wednesday March 9th 12-1pm |
Our monthly ZOOM meeting is NOW a Hybrid - in person and via ZOOM. We have reserved the conference room at the Library, which is a ZOOM Room to give this a try! This is our monthly Lunch & Learn! Members ONLY.
Join in person, from your office, or from your home!
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Getting reliable and unfiltered information into the hands of our members is a main goal of ours at the Chamber. Having a seat at the table in DC, Lansing, and locally is what your chamber membership gives you! YOU have the ears of Rep. Dingell, Puri, Senator Peters, and many of our local officials.
Not a member? Check out the other benefits
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Exemptions & Tax Cuts discussed in Lansing this week |
Several significant tax provisions moved through both chambers of the Michigan Legislature this week – representing action on reforms as well as new rollbacks due to the unprecedented one-time funding available in the state.
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How to change your habits |
Tom Ziglar, the son of the great Zig Ziglar, was one asked - “What is the fastest way to success?”
His answer, unplanned, but so prophetic - “By replacing bad habits, with good ones”.
Every time I see articles about kicking habits, I think of Tom’s quote.
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7-tips to increase employee engagement |
You’ve probably been hearing about the Great Resignation (or however you want to describe it) for months now. Even if you’re not dealing directly with increased turnover, your employees know they have options. Their friends, family, and people they know peripherally or on social media have made the leap and are gleefully announcing it on LinkedIn.
Some job-hoppers may be emboldened by the movement to quit good jobs in the hope of something better—better pay, more flexibility, or more opportunities for advancement. Some have simply been pushed to the brink by dead-end jobs, lousy company culture, or ineffective managers. Others have given up trying to “have it all” and left the workforce completely.
But what if employers could capitalize on this current “I quit” mood? What if you could keep your employees engaged, inspire loyalty, and make it easier to attract and hire those that are looking for that next best thing?
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Member Events & Promotions |
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March 19th - Crafted Gifts |
This is the 4th Annual giveaway event hosted by our very own Diamond Member, Crafted Beanery & Gifts - Carmen Stovall ... Check out her Facebook Event for more information.
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The First Robotics Event is coming back to BHS - The need for volunteers is still there, but more than that, come out and enjoy this event. Over 40 schools compete in the state-of-the-art event. Building and programming their own robots, which is truly a 21st Century Skill we need to celebrate. The enthusiasm at these events rivals any HS football or basketball game as well!
Want to volunteer? Connect HERE
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Our Diamond Member Clement Insurance is sponsoring 6 (six) $500 scholarships - Three each for Romulus and Belleville High Seniors!
Pass this info on, and have them contact their counselor!
Check out Clement for your home and auto insurance
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Thanks to our Corporate Members |
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248 Main Street - Belleville, MI 48111
(734) 697-7151
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