Posts by Angie Cooper
What in the word does a Chamber of Commerce do?
If you walked into a crowded room and asked the question in the title of this article, what would you expect to hear? The chamber of commerce is like the government, right? No, it keeps track of business complaints. No, they’re like greeters for the community. Like the Welcome Wagon. They’re…
Read MoreGrow Your Business Socially
If you’re old enough, you likely remember your parents addressing the issues of group think. Maybe they said, “Monkey see, monkey do.” Perhaps you were trying to win an argument by telling them how you’re the only person not allowed to do something, to which they replied, “If everyone jumped off of a bridge, would…
Read MoreSave a Small Business This Holiday Season
It’s officially Small Business Season and that means it’s time to give a little love to small business. With rising interest rates, soaring costs, and online competition, small businesses are feeling the crunch. This season, do a little extra for your neighbors and make a concerted effort to shop small. If you do, you could…
Read MoreIt’s Time to Really Start Talking Cybersecurity
At the risk of sounding like Chicken Little (you know the one who runs around talking about the sky falling) the current global “go-ings on” are the closest we’ll ever get to advanced warning that cybersecurity is something every business needs to worry about. Big or small, selling globally or just in your tiny town,…
Read MoreSocial Science Club of Terrell and the Importance of Giving Back
As you’ve probably heard by now, the Social Science Club of Terrell’s annual Tour of Homes, “Christmas in a Small Town,” is scheduled for Saturday, December 7 from 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. I’ve had the pleasure of serving as club president this year and have been so impressed with the dedication and spirit of service our…
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