The Key to Networking Success “The aim of marketing is to know and understand the customer so well the product or service fits him and sells itself.” ~ Peter Drucker I was talking about marketing to one of our board members, Dr. Speas of Crescenta-Cañada Pet Hospital, and he stated that he believes our business […]
What A Fair! “When someone does something good, applaud! You will make two people happy.” Samuel Goldwyn The Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce would like to applaud the numerous people who contributed time, effort and materials to make the 8th Annual Hometown Country Fair a total success last weekend. It was a great event and […]
Time to Play – Hard – at the Hometown Country Fair “When he worked, he really worked. But when he played, he really played.” Dr. Seuss It’s finally here! The 8th Annual Hometown Country Fair and it is sure to be a great Saturday for food and family fun. There will be an awesome car […]
An Unbelievably Good Time Planned at the Fair “It’s kind of fun to do the impossible.” Walt Disney The 8th Annual Hometown Country Fair is set for April 6, and it’s shaping up to be a great Saturday for food and family fun. There will be arts and crafts vendors, a fabulous car show, carnival […]
The Power of Teamwork “Energy and persistence conquer all things.” Benjamin Franklin Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce wants your energy to work as a team to promote and improve the civic, economic, industrial, professional and cultural welfare of the Crescenta Valley. TEAM = Together Everyone Achieves More. Teamwork is an important factor that determines the […]
Getting Ready for the Fair “The world is so empty if one thinks only of mountains, rivers and cities; but to know someone who thinks and feels with us, and who, though distant, is close to us in spirit, this makes the earth for us an inhabited garden.” ~ Johann Wolfgang von Goethe It’s that […]
Efficiency – One Key to Success “There can be economy only where there is efficiency.” Benjamin Disraeli To keep pace in a competitive world, your business needs to run as efficiently as possible. There comes a time when every successful small business realizes that doing everything yourself for cost saving purposes can be counterproductive. “Sooner […]
A Courageous Spirit Leads an Entrepreneur I dip my pen in the blackest ink, because I’m not afraid of falling into my inkpot. ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson Have you ever thought about starting your own business? When starting a business it can be exciting but it is also very difficult and challenging. However, owning your […]
More Tips on Making a Lasting Impression “Sometimes when you innovate, you make mistakes. It is best to admit them quickly, and get on with improving your other innovations.” ~ Steve Jobs In last week’s article, we introduced you to different ideas in the world of networking! Now take a look at the five tips […]
Tips On How To Make A Long-Lasting Impression “A friendship founded on business is better than a business founded on friendship.” ~ John D. Rockefeller Spending a considerable amount of time networking in person is very important. It is an important way to build relationships and find friendships with peers, colleagues and potential new […]