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It’s essential now more than ever to actively engage your followers and convert them into email subscribers so you're never left stranded if social channels shift.
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Try building a reputation as someone people trust, like, and want to support. That happens through small, repeated actions, not by accruing piles of cards.
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Community-led growth isn’t just a trend—it’s the future of small business marketing. Those who lead with value and create spaces for connection will be the ones people follow, buy from, and tell their friends about.
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Since this is Small Business Month, we thought it would be the ideal time to call attention to some of the resources out there for the small business. With an increase in awareness of how important small businesses are to the local and national economies, large businesses are getting into the groove and pledging their support to help small businesses too.
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Want to find local chamber-member businesses to support? Visit https://members.nampa.com/directory or look for the “Nampa Chamber Member” sticker in your neighborhood.
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This May, let’s think small, act big, and show our favorite businesses just how much they mean to us.
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Your Nampa Chamber of Commerce is here to help. Reach out and ask about marketing opportunities available to members. You might be surprised by how many resources are already at your fingertips.
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If you're new to TikTok, be patient. Building an audience takes time, but the payoff can be enormous—especially for small businesses with niche appeal and a story to tell.
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Ultimately, a successful elevator pitch is less about perfection and more about authenticity. It's about conveying your passion, highlighting your value, and making a genuine connection in a short amount of time. By focusing on building rapport and leaving a lasting impression, you transform a brief encounter into a potential steppingstone for long-term growth and meaningful relationships.
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Chamber membership benefits your business even if you don’t partake in all its offerings, but you’ll get a lot more if you’re an active member. Whether you’re a solopreneur, a nonprofit director, or the CEO of a growing company, your chamber is there to support your success. Get involved, build relationships, and use the tools available. You’ll not only grow your business—you’ll strengthen your community in the process.
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One of your most powerful marketing differentiation tools is already in your hands: your story. By showing the real human behind the business, you’re not just building a brand—you’re building a community of supporters who believe in what you do.
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The key is to know your audience and choose the right emotional trigger that will make them stop, think, and, most importantly, take action.
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By embracing the growth and joyful themes of spring, you can create a vibrant and engaging experience for your customers and employees alike. Capitalize on the positive energy of the season and you’re sure to grow throughout the year.
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This month isn’t just about clever marketing. It could be the beginning of a much larger conversation about workforce dynamics and culture in your company and beyond.
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Growth is a continuous process of learning, adapting, and innovating. By asking the right questions and leveraging the resources available to you, you can unlock your business's full potential. Then, reach out to your Nampa Chamber of Commerce to explore how it can help you take your business to the next level.
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By making your emails feel more like a conversation and less like a commercial, you’ll not only keep subscribers interested—you’ll turn them into lifelong customers and advocates for your business.
Nampa Chamber of CommerceReady, Set, Go
Bridging the gap between planning and action requires conscious effort and a shift in mindset. Not to mention, walking away from the idea of going viral. You still can, of course, but don’t make it your only goal. It’s too easy to get discouraged. Instead, transform your ideas into reality and achieve lasting success through these steps.
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What do Han Solo (Star Wars et al), Walter White (Breaking Bad), and Katniss Everdeen (The Hunger Games) have in common? They’re terribly flawed and we love them for it.
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Nearly 50% of employees said they would consider switching jobs if another employer offered this benefit (when their company did not). This new benefit trend could give employers that offer it a leg up on hiring. So, what is this new benefit?
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By implementing these strategies, you can start the year with momentum and create meaningful connections with your ideal audience. After all, “creating more meaningful connections” is probably one of the best business resolutions you can make.
Nampa Chamber of CommerceStrategies to Attract and Engage Shoppers Amid Changing Holiday Trends
The holiday season is here, and shoppers are seeking value, practicality, and unique experiences. Discover actionable tips to position your small business for success—attracting budget-conscious buyers, winning over younger generations, and standing out against retail giants this Small Business Season.
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If you want to capture the hearts and wallets of young adults this holiday season, you need to meet them where they are. Everything else is just icing.
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Cozy lights, warm smells, family nearby, and cheap gifts from big box stores, right? Not so fast! While the convenience of online giants can't be denied, small businesses have a secret weapon: the power of nostalgia, tradition, and beloved memories.
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Ed Castledine, chief executive officer (CEO) of Saltzer Health, has been named market president of SelectHealth in Idaho. He will start in his new role in February of this year, assuming responsibilities of Jerry Edgington, SelectHealth VP and General Manager, Idaho, who has announced his plans to retire in April.
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We are thrilled to highlight Kimberly Siebe in this month's member spotlight. For your chance to be featured in a future spotlight, be sure to join us at our next Coffee Connect.
Nampa Chamber of CommerceIn person is the way to go this Small Business Season. If you can suspend disbelief for a few minutes, we'll explain why.
Our Favorite Reasons to Shop Local During Small Business Season
Nampa Chamber of CommerceShowing support for our Veterans has always been important to us at the Nampa Chamber.
Wreaths Across America raises money to provide wreaths to cemeteries to place on Veterans graves. These wreaths are placed during their annual event, simultaneously at Arlington Cemetery and hundreds of cemeteries all over the United States.
Nampa Chamber of CommerceHeads up on the status of the Nampa Chamber's upcoming events.
Friends, I am respectfully asking for your patience and understanding. This is our best attempt to meet everyone in the middle, knowing that it is impossible to please everyone. I am personally challenging myself and each one of you to CHOOSE kindness and respect.
Nampa Chamber of CommerceMembers can now post and search for open positions in our community on our job board.
In light of the current job market, we have moved our Job Postings from the Member Information Center to our website! Our Chamber Job Board is full of open positions from Nampa Chamber Members.
Nampa Chamber of CommerceOne of the benefits of your Chamber membership is sharing your events with our entire membership.
Attention Chamber members! Did you know you can post your events to our Member Events Calendar? Our member events calendar is located on our website for the community to see. Events posted here will also appear in our weekly eNews.
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We are thrilled to highlight Mike Teeter in this month's member spotlight. For your chance to be featured in a future spotlight, be sure to join us at our next Coffee Connect.
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We are thrilled to highlight Estrella Pedroza in this month's member spotlight. For your chance to be featured in a future spotlight, be sure to join us at our Coffee Connect.
Nampa Chamber of CommerceMitch's Message
The freedom to choose your own administration is one that characterizes democracy.
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