State Lawmakers To Increase School Funding And Lower Property Taxes
Office Chamber 2019-06-28T14:39:14-05:00The 86th Texas Legislature convened and concluded with shared priorities including public school funding and property tax reform.
Here’s a little breakdown of the two big bills:
How to overcome obstacles as a female entrepreneur
Office Chamber 2019-06-13T13:01:54-05:00Article by Bankrate
The number of women-owned businesses in the United States has seen huge growth. In fact, women are opening an average of 849 new businesses per day.
Women-owned businesses increased a dramatic 31 times over the past 46 years, according to the 2018 State of Women-Owned Businesses Report commissioned by American Express. Between 1972 and 2018, they’ve risen from 402,000 (4.6% of all firms) in 1972 to 12.3 million (40% of all firms) in 2018.
Despite the numbers and what looks like success on paper, women-owned businesses actively fail to represent a larger portion of the total employment […]
May 13, 2019
City of Leander on Modern Business
Office Chamber 2019-05-13T13:49:31-05:00Leander is growing rapidly – between the Metro Rail, new St. David’s hospital due to expand, ACC San Gabriel campus, and new businesses and communities opening every day, see why Leander is becoming a major Austin suburb.
March 25, 2019
What’s On the Horizon?
Office Chamber 2019-03-25T15:36:40-05:00What’s On the Horizon? by Mark Sprague, Director of Information Capital, Independence Title
Resources for small businesses and startups
Office Chamber 2019-03-20T13:26:32-05:00U.S. News & World Report has several resources that are designed to help small business owners learn more about business loans and other financial options that are available. You can find them here:
Transitioning from College to Career: A Guide for New Grads
Office Chamber 2019-03-14T16:20:26-05:00Article by Rebecca Moses
Graduating from college, while a great achievement and cause for celebration, can put many young adults in a difficult position. Expectations are high for landing the right entry-level position, while for many the threat of student debt and rent create a feeling of financial instability.
This guide is here to help you figure out what you need to know to get on your feet and keep moving, as your academic development turns into professional development.
Full Article: https://groomandstyle.com/college-to-career-guide-new-grads/
Fraudulent Activity Aimed Toward Local Businesses
Office Chamber 2019-03-07T16:54:54-05:00Leander ISD has received six reports in the past two months regarding businesses and a fraudulent advertising company selling unauthorized sponsorship banners for high school athletic facilities.
A business out of the Dallas-Fort Worth region, currently known as Sports Media Marketing, has targeted companies by masquerading itself as a partner with the district and its athletic booster clubs.
The only official source for sponsorship or advertising solicitations is the LISD School and Community Relations department or a legitimate and registered booster club. Booster clubs are required to keep a copy of their approved registration on file, and businesses may ask to see a copy of this registration as proof of legitimacy, prior to sponsoring the booster clubs.
As part of […]
January 18, 2019
The Governor’s Small Business Handbook Is Now Updated – And Online!
Office Chamber 2019-01-18T13:41:15-05:00The Small Business Handbook provides in-depth information on starting a business in Texas including information on business formation, employee requirements, taxes and business financing. Also included, is information on programs and resources available to entrepreneurs and small business owners to help them start, grow and scale their business.
Motivating Employees to Give Back Is Easier Than You Think
Office Chamber 2019-01-11T13:43:07-05:00By James Moore
Not getting the response you expected from your employee giving campaign?
Don’t just assume your employees aren’t motivated to give. Over $4 billion is raised every year from workplace giving. Employees, for the most part, are ready and willing to give. And while there are probably a few employees who need some motivation, most will give on their own if you have the right strategy.
So what does that look like? Here are a couple of tips.
Make it Easy
Even the best intention to make a donation can get forgotten in the hustle and bustle of daily life. A successful employee giving campaign is one that can be done easily, without hassle.
December 14, 2018
What Does a Chamber of Commerce Do and Why Should You Join One?
Office Chamber 2018-12-14T10:35:13-05:00That’s why so many businesses choose to join a chamber of commerce. These resourceful organizations are made to help local businesses thrive.
What is a Chamber of Commerce?
Local chambers tackle both issues and trends taking place in their community as well as offer resources and services to help local businesses succeed. It isn’t just a goodwill effort, but an effective strategy.
Consider these statistics from American Business Magazine: