Chamber Blog--Positioning For Success

McDowell Chamber of Commerce is invested in the success of our county and works to create opportunities, facilitate economic growth, and promote our area as an enticing place to live, work, and play. Our goal is also to be an advocate for our businesses and help them thrive and grow. In Positioning For Success, we'll share tips, tools, expert advice, and resources to help you do just that--Thrive & Grow!
Thursday, March 25, 2021
Pricing Strategies That Help Grow Your Business

There are 7.7 billion potential clients out there in the world. And although that number obviously decreases exponentially with each business, the point is, we can’t possibly serve everyone, everywhere. More important than cost of goods or competitor pricing is how well you know your target audience and how much they value your services or product.What every business needs to consider when establishing pricing for its product or service offered. Follow these five tips to determine the value of the products

Tina Wolfe

Monday, December 28, 2020
The Most Important Things I Learned in 2020

I recently came across a fantastic article in Success Magazine where they asked their readers to share what was the most important thing they learned in 2020. Their answers will perhaps resonate with many of you as you reflect on a pestiferous period.

Tina Wolfe

Wednesday, January 15, 2020
Opportunities Grow For Entrepreneurs in 2020

A new year brings new opportunity. As we celebrate the 2nd year of the Tax Cuts Jobs Act, small businesses are well positioned to grow and prosper.

Ashley D. Bell

Wednesday, October 2, 2019
Farm Visits Increase Farm Profits

It's the beginning of October and the weather doesn't exactly agree with the calendar just yet, but we’re hopeful. Autumn is approaching, and leaf season travelers are coming to escape city life for a little rural R&R. One of the most popular activities visitors look for are unique farm experiences to enhance their mountain escapades. Here in the foothills, there are plenty of rural farm activities from sheep shearing festivals to hayrides, and apple picking. All are wonderful ways to invite the public to

Tina Wolfe

Wednesday, April 17, 2019
The New Blue Collar

In a series covering domestic employment issues, USA Today confirms what we have known here in McDowell for years; today's manufacturing has undergone an upgrade and established The New Blue Collar!

Tina Wolfe

Monday, December 17, 2018
Growing Together--Get Help For Your Big Business Idea!

We've had quite a few success stories of late telling the brave and often inspiring tales of bright, focused entrepreneurs lighting up empty storefronts with open signs and welcome mats. The revitalization of our Main Street and beyond has been front page news for some time now. So what's with all the growth n McDowell County?

Tina Wolfe

Tuesday, July 24, 2018
Agility--Why Maintaining It Will Help Your Business

The Greek philosopher Heraclitus is known for his insistence that change is the fundamental element of the universe. You may be familiar with his quote, "The only thing that is constant is change." For many, change incites a sense of unease at best and at worst, a great fear. In business, however, the ability to change is the mainspring to success. Tradition certainly has its place in establishing quality and integrity within your business operations, but it is change that can propel you to new heights.

Tina Wolfe

Tuesday, June 26, 2018
Providing Resources For Every Small Business

Discover how powerful partnerships can help your business thrive and grow in a competitive market!

Tina Wolfe

Tuesday, April 3, 2018
A Month Of Tools For Your Business -- Financial Literacy Month

April is National Financial Literacy Month and taxes are due, so in light of this, we are going to focus on providing you with tools, tips, and guides (see Tax Paying Guide below) all month that will help you organize, plan, monitor, and manage your business finances better!

Tina Wolfe