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The Chamber Cheat Sheet:
Expert Business Tips to Help Propel You Forward


Rachel R. Pitchford
Dec 2, 20245 min read
How Business Leaders Can Harness December to Plan for a Breakthrough Year
Ah, December in Milan, Illinois. The streets are dusted with snow, the twinkling lights set the perfect holiday scene, and local...


Rachel R. Pitchford
Oct 30, 20245 min read
Business Resilience: How Milan’s Small Businesses Can Prepare for Economic Challenges
If there’s one thing we’ve learned in the past few years, it’s that the business landscape can change in the blink of an eye. Economic...


Rachel R. Pitchford
Oct 8, 20242 min read
The Leadership Skill No One Talks About: Mastering the Power of Silence
When we think of leadership, we often picture charismatic individuals who can command a room, deliver inspiring speeches, and always have...


Rachel R. Pitchford
Oct 8, 20244 min read
6 Cybersecurity Tips to Protect Customer Data During the Holidays (That You’ve Probably Overlooked)
The holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year—until a data breach hits. With more online and in-store transactions, the...


Rachel R. Pitchford
Oct 8, 20244 min read
Winning the Talent War: How Milan, IL Can Attract the Best and Brightest
Let’s be honest—when people think of bustling job markets or career opportunities, Milan, IL might not immediately come to mind. With the...


Rachel R. Pitchford
Oct 8, 20245 min read
Breaking the October Sales Slump: How to Reignite Business Growth Before Year-End
October can be a make-or-break month for many businesses. With the final quarter of the year in full swing, companies are feeling the...


Rachel R. Pitchford
Sep 23, 20244 min read
The Secret to Employee Loyalty: Why Purpose is the Ultimate Retention Tool
In the world of Human Resources, companies pour millions into perks—free lunches, wellness programs, office ping-pong tables—to keep...


Rachel R. Pitchford
Sep 20, 20245 min read
The Future of Work Isn’t Remote—It’s Autonomous
We’ve all heard it by now: “Remote work is the future!” For the past few years, the conversation has revolved around working from home,...


Rachel R. Pitchford
Sep 20, 20244 min read
The Real Reason Your Meetings Aren’t Working: Stop Solving Problems, Start Defining Them
Let’s take a hard look at the average meeting: Everyone gathers, an agenda is laid out, and the objective is clear—solve the problem. The...


Rachel R. Pitchford
Sep 20, 20244 min read
7 Proven Strategies to Boost Employee Retention and Keep Your Best Talent
Employee retention is no longer just a nice-to-have—it’s a business essential. After all, high turnover rates don’t just drain resources;...


Rachel R. Pitchford
Sep 20, 20244 min read
Are You Ready for the Future? Here’s How You Can Stay Ahead of Market Changes
In today’s business world, the future doesn’t creep up on you—it comes sprinting out of nowhere, waving new trends, shiny gadgets, and...
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