August 9, 2019 ~ Chamber, Local & Regional Business News
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Newsletter Sponsor:
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Help St. Charles County Become a "Work Ready Community"
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Thanks to your support, St. Charles County is getting closer to our certification as a “Work Ready Community” which will help us attract and retain businesses.
Your continued support is needed. We have just found out that
EVERY
company counts as 1 whereas before a company with less than 4 employees was only counted as .25.
BUT
you will need to pledge again.
If you have never pledged, please consider doing so.
Employers embracing a common language around workforce skill requirements is a crucial part of the Work Ready Communities effort. Community goals include a measure of business engagement. It takes less than 5 minutes.
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As you may be aware, recent government tariffs have affected the costs of a wide array of goods throughout the marketplace. As a consequence of these governmental tariffs, Office Depot will implement import surcharges on impacted core list items. You will see the relevant import surcharge at the item level while in cart, checkout and on order confirmation and order history.
At
Office
Depot
, we value your business. We are committed to bringing you the best products, innovation, service and value in the marketplace. This import surcharge will allow us to continue to deliver on this commitment now and into the future.
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10 Ways To Eliminate Workplace Isolation - Insperity
Look around your office. Chances are someone sitting near you feels isolated at work. Those feelings can negatively impact employee morale, productivity and engagement. It can ultimately cause employees to look for new jobs. Having happy, engaged ...
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Lindenwood University to host Dr. Walter E. Williams for ...
On Friday, Sept. 13, The Hammond Institute for Free Enterprise will welcome renowned economist Dr. Walter E. Williams as a featured speaker in its H. F. Langenberg Memorial Speaker Series. Williams, a professor of economics at George Mason...
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midriversnewsmagazine.com
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Google Spent 2 Years Studying 180 Teams. The Most...
Over the years, Google has embarked on countless quests, collected endless amounts of data, and spent millions trying to better understand its people. One of the company's most interesting initiatives, Project Aristotle, gathered several of...
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www.inc.com
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How I learned to Let Go of My Inner Control Freak (and...
If left to my own devices, I have a tendency to be a bit of a control freak, and after twenty five years of business coaching, I can say with great certainty that I am not alone in my need for control.
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www.inc.com
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Why New Leaders Are at Risk of Failure
This is an unusually busy time for transition in leadership roles, which ought to concern anybody who aspires to a leadership position. The CEO suite isn't exactly a revolving door, but the pace of change is higher than ever, according to a new...
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associationsnow.com
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Leading On Empty: How Leaders Drive Their People To Burnout
So here's the dilemma: you're a CEO, a senior leader, or a high-level manager at a large company. You know that a significant percentage of your employees are feeling overworked, overwhelmed, exhausted, and less than fully engaged. You agree,...
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www.forbes.com
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7 things to know about St. Louis' bid for an MLS team
The waiting game continues for St. Louis' Major League Soccer team bid. In April, we saw our first glimpse of the renderings for a proposed 22,5000-capacity soccer stadium near the forthcoming St. Louis Aquarium. Soon thereafter, the league...
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www.stlmag.com
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How to Fast Track New Leader Success - And Know When...
When you bring a new leader into the top team, either by hiring from the outside or promoting from within, there is the risk that lack of fit will destabilize a previously high-performing team, leading to substantial costs. Hiring and promoting...
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www.uschamber.com
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3 Ways to Overcome Laziness, According to Former Slobs
Are you a prize procrastinator? Or do you like to hit the snooze button, only to get up at the very last minute and barely make it into work on time? You might just be lazy, my friend.
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www.menshealth.com
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CycleBar to open at Shoppes at Mid Rivers in St. Peters...
The indoor cycling chain will open its fourth location in the region at the end of the year.
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www.bizjournals.com
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Mayor Krewson looking to nominate city residents to...
ST. LOUIS (KMOV.com) - Mayor Lyda Krewson has started the process of nominating city residents to a Board of Freeholders, which marks a new development in the City-County merger. Mayor Krewson posted overnight the St. Louis City Election Board is ...
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www.kmov.com
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Workforce2030 Conference - Missouri Chamber of Commerce...
This conference will change the face of workforce in Missouri. Join top national and state experts in St. Louis on Oct. 16-17 as we discuss Missouri's workforce issues and what steps we need to take to move Missouri forward in this all-important...
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mochamber.com
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Made in St. Louis: Husband and wife design custom baby...
"My mom always said, 'Turn everything you love into a business,'" Danielle Favreau, owner and designer of Tesla Baby Studios, says. "And that's what we did." Favreau, who moved to St. Louis from Canada in 2003, established her original company...
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www.stltoday.com
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BCI Golf Tournament on Oct. 7 Will Honor Jim Lang
Boone Center, Inc. (BCI) is seeking golfers, sponsors, and donors for its annual golf tournament on Monday, October 7. The event will honor the late Jim Lang who served on BCI's board of directors for 10 years and was its president when he passed ...
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www.gstccc.com
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Festival of the Little Hills returns to Historic Saint...
Do you like history? Live music? Street food? Artisan crafts? If so, you need to head to the Festival of the Little Hills in historic Saint Charles. A summer staple since 1971, the annual Festival runs Friday, Aug. 16 through Sunday, Aug. 18 but...
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midriversnewsmagazine.com
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Quite the Pampered Pet
What started 16 years ago as a luxury dog grooming service, Yuppy Puppy Pet Spa in Winghaven has expanded into a full-service hotel, play camp (doggie daycare) and training facility. "We offer an upscale, exclusive, sanitary environment to make...
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www.lifestylepubs.com
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5 Management Tips for Overwhelmed Team Leaders
4 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Management principles such as instilling a growth mindset in your employees or leading with empathy can pose a noteworthy obstacle in and of themselves, but when you are...
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www.entrepreneur.com
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The Role of Influencers in Change Management
Influencers change how we behave. They create experiences that entice the crowd to follow them. Influencer marketing takes advantage of this and uses brand advocates as change agents, because buyers listen to the voice of peer experts. If...
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www.cmswire.com
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Snapchat Launches New, Streamlined Ad Creation Process
Snapchat is looking to lure more advertisers by launching a simplified ad creation process, which will enable brands to build and launch their Snap ads in three steps. As explained by Snapchat: "Today we're excited to introduce Instant Create, an ...
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www.socialmediatoday.com
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How to Write a Social Media Policy for Your Company...
A social media policy is a crucial tool for any organization that uses social media. In fact, it's a crucial tool even if your organization doesn't use social media. Because your employees almost certainly do: 72% of Americans use at least one...
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blog.hootsuite.com
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The future of work in America: People and places, today...
The US labor market looks markedly different today than it did two decades ago. It has been reshaped by dramatic events like the Great Recession but also by a quieter ongoing evolution in the mix and location of jobs. In the decade ahead, the...
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www.mckinsey.com
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Why America Needs EXIM Sooner, Not Later
There's good news and bad news on the U.S. Export-Import Bank (EXIM). The good news is that, thanks to Senate confirmation of several board members in May, the bank is up and running again. The bad news is that its charter will lapse at the end...
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www.uschamber.com
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Quick: Are You Applying Sunscreen Right? Are You Sure?
When I was a kid, I distinctly remember trying to wiggle away as my mom rubbed sunscreen on my face, neck, back, and limbs. It seemed to take way too long for her to rub it in so I could waddle around in the ocean or roll around in the sand.
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www.self.com
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Sears closing Mid Rivers Mall store, its last in St....
The last full-line Sears store in the St. Louis area, at Mid Rivers Mall in St. Peters, is scheduled to close. The chain's parent company said Wednesday that it will close 26 Sears and Kmart stores, including the Mid Rivers store and another...
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www.stltoday.com
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Lambert airport touts its growth. Its peers are growing, ...
Lambert airport has had "substantial growth" the last two or three years. "I feel very strongly that the community needs to understand that," said Airport Director Rhonda Hamm-Niebruegge.
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www.bizjournals.com
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Flooding causes change of location for Festival of the...
Because of flood damage to Frontier Park, the Festival of the Little Hills is changing locations this year. It will be held on Riverside Drive and Main Street in Historic St. Charles. The festival celebrates the history of St. Charles and...
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www.stltoday.com
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Biz Brew - August 2019 - DeRienzo's Pizza & Pub
BIZ BREW - Serving straight up business and spirited conversation. Come and enjoy beverages, snacks and engaging discussions with fellow chamber members and guests. * *Always remember to bring lots of your business cards to pass around.
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www.gstccc.com
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Lunch with Leaders - August 2019 - City of St. Peters Update
Previously known as our General Membership Meeting, this luncheon is our format for connecting you with business community leaders.
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August OPO Tech Talk: Digital Photography + Photo Contest
Hear from a panel of industry experts on all things digital photography! There will also be a photo contest with prize money! Contest details below! Timeline: - 5:30pm Pizza, Beer & Networking - 6:00pm Panel Discussion - 7:00pm Photo Contest...
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www.eventbrite.com
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This year's St. Charles County Manufacturing Day will be held on Tuesday, October 1. This event is a partnership between the St. Charles Community College, St. Charles County Business and Workforce Development, O'Fallon Chamber of Commerce & Industries, Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce, and several local manufacturers. We are seeking sponsors, manufacturers to participate in the Mfg Day Expo, manufacturers willing to provide tours to students, and volunteers.
For volunteer information, contact Terry McCrum at 636.946.0633 or
[email protected].
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View what St. Charles County Manufacturers and Students said about 2018 Mfg Day
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How to host a Mfg Day Tour at your Manufacturing Facility
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Assistance Home Care - Allen and Sally Serfas
Assistance Home Care will help you take care of your loved one in their own home. No contracts and no minimums visits required. Reach out to them at 636-724-4357 or stop by their office located at 2240 Bluestone Drive, St. Charles, 63303.
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Nothing Bundt Cakes
Terry dropped in to see chamber member Jannette Neely, owner of Nothing Bundt Cakes located at 6123 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, St. Peters. If you are a cake lover but not a fan of baking, let Jannette...
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Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis St. Charles at the Streets
is where you will be greeted by Kevin, Mary ,Kate and Audry. If you are looking for a ‘stay-vacation’ or having out of town guests coming in before school starts or for a special event, give them a call at 636-724-5772.
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Yoga Six
Here is Kylie Schweiss, General Manager of YogaSix, located at 1450 Beale Street in St. Charles. She is wanting you to ‘Get Your Six On’ with Yoga Six and to let you know that your first class is FREE! Give her a call at 314-775-6576.
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Office Max - Cottleville
If you are in the market for a new computer, printer, office furniture, supplies for school or maybe you are needing your cell phone repaired, stop in to see Donell, Rob and Cole at Office Max. Located at 6035 Mid Rivers Mall Drive in Cottleville.
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Narwhal's Crafted
Wendy & Tim Rackovan visited Narwhal's Crafted & tried out the Chocolate Mudslide and Orange Dreamsicle! Make an evening of it with food you can carry in or get delivered - they can give you some delivery recommendations too!
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Cherry Blow Dry Bar
No time to wash and style your hair before your evening event? Let Michelle and Maddy help you. Located at 1650 Beale Street #185, the Cherry Blow Dry Bar - St Charles takes both walk-ins and appointments.
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Blue Haven Pools & Spas
Are you looking for a get-a-way vacation but just can't find the time? Why not call Mark at Blue Haven Pools & Spas - St. Louis. Mark and his team can build you a beautiful oasis in your back yard....
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Academy of the Sacred Heart Celebrates New Entrance with ...
Past Chair of the Board of Trustees, Bill Dulle and the current Chair of the Board of Trustees, Jack Ahlheim '80 celebrated the new entrance to the Academy of the Sacred Heart with a ribbon cutting on Monday, August 5, 2019 Joining Bill and Jack...
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