The Chamber Weekly Blog
Why Workforce Development Is a Big Deal for Small Business
Many small and medium-sized business owners think that workforce development isn’t in their “lane.” They leave it to the big guys to work with the chamber and community leaders to ensure the large businesses have the skilled employees they need for the future. But unless you are a business of one and plan on remaining that way, workforce development should be a concern of all sizes of businesses.
Christina Metcalf and Edited by Julie Carroll
Job Jots
Are you short staffed or in need of applicants for openings within your businesses? We have you covered. The Cartersville-Bartow Chamber of Commerce has a resource to help you connect with job seekers. This tool is called Job Jots, and it can be found on ForBartow.com, the Chamber’s new workforce development website, or on the Chamber’s YouTube channel.
Matthew Thomas and Edited by Julie Carroll
Let us tell you about the Cartersville-Bartow Chamber of Commerce Speakers Bureau!
Have you ever found yourself looking for local professionals to speak with your students or professional group? We have you covered. The Bartow-Cartersville Chamber of Commerce has a new resource to connect the public to subject matter experts that can assist them by sharing their expertise. This new tool is the Speakers Bureau and it can be found on the ForBartow.com, the Chamber’s new workforce development website.
Matthew Thomas and edited by Julie Carroll
5 Wellness Ideas for Your Business
Creating an atmosphere at work where employees and staff know that their health is important leads to better retention and better production. Whether it is mental or physical health, employees need to know that bosses care about their well being. The results will be beneficial to all. See the article for encouraging and inexpensive ways to boost good health at work.
Written by Christina Metcalf and Edited by Babs Knowles
YouScience: An Innovative Way to Connect with Local Talent
YouScience Employer Connections is an innovative way to connect with local talent right here in our community.
Matthew Thomas
What is Workforce Development and Why Does It Matter?
Workforce Development seeks to improve the quality and skills of workers in the community which, therefore, helps businesses meet their human resource needs, and improves avenues for businesses and workers to connect. Additionally, Workforce Development involves strategies aimed at bettering an individual’s employability and career trajectory. Not only is this important for individuals, but as a Chamber of Commerce, we understand that it is highly valuable to businesses.
Matthew Thomas
14 Ways to Attract the Best and the Brightest Employees (aka how to become an employer of choice)
Everyone wants to attract the best and brightest employees. After all, your team directly affects your ability to provide excellent customer service and that is essential to business success these days.
Adam McEntyre
