Greetings 08-05-0
MAKE IT HAPPEN
by Travis Torrence
A wise mentor often reinforced "Managements main responsibility is to re-institute the policies and procedures that have proven in the past to work". In these tough times, small businesses can sustain and often grow if we would simply look to what has been successful for us in the days gone by and re-adopt some of those practices. Perhaps calling on a business that has never done business with you before but because of "God only knows" we pass by that business without seeing them as a potential customer. Maybe advertising in markets that we had previously done well in but for whatever reason we just stopped doing so. How about making a top ten list. The top ten businesses you would love to do business with or the top ten types of clients you would love to have walk through your door today. Now that you have that list of "Who", come up with a methodical approach of "How". My point is simply, if we do the same things that we have been doing and continue hoping, wishing, and yes even praying for things to change more likely than not they will change and get worse. So my advice is this: STOP AGGRESSIVELY WAITING ON YOUR PHONE TO RING OR AGGRESSIVELY STANDING BY THE FRONT DOOR OF YOUR BUSINESS FOR THAT NEXT CUSTOMER TO WALK IN.
The same wise mentor often told me that the surest sign of insanity was to continue to do the same thing and expect a different result. So, as one small business owner to another. Get up, get out, and "MAKE IT HAPPEN"
The Chamber welcomes Louisiana Timed Managers in Baton Rouge. The business specializes in engineering consulting. Mr. Troy Gros is the Communications Assistant Manager and is overseeing the John James Audubon Bridge Project here in West Feliciana. We welcome this new business to the community.
"Swing for Scholarships" getting ready
The Chamber is planning its "Swing for Scholarships" golf tournament. The event is being planned for November 10, 2008 at The Bluffs. Get those clubs ready and your team ready for a good time.
More information coming soon!
"White Linen Night"
St. Francisville Main Street Merchants have teamed up to present "White Linen Night" on Saturday, August 23rd at 6pm featuring its unique shops, sensational food and lively music throughout downtown St. Francisville. The Highlands Bank Trolley will provide transportation along the "White Linen Route" with stops at designated spots near convenient parking.
Give the Gift of Life & Chance to Win a Truck
United Blood Services will be accepting blood donations at the Fire Training Center Wednesday, August 6, 2008, 6pm to 8:30pm. The address is 9892 West Feliciana Parkway, St. Francisville, LA. Please come and donate blood if you can. You will be given a free T-Shirt and will have the opportunity to register for a drawing to win a GMC Canyon Pickup Truck through sponsors of United Blood Services. Please come and give the gift of life. Remember it may be you or your family member in need one day. Please contact the Fire District Office at 225-635-4312 for information or comments.
Schedule for Public Hearings for taxes
WF Sheriff Department- Friday, Sept. 5 @ 9am in Sheriff's Board Room
WF Communications District- Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 9am at 911 Center
WF School Board- Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 5pm at School Board office
WF Police Jury- Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 5:30pm at Courthouse Annex
SF Town- Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 5:30pm @ Town Hall
** The WF Tax Assessor and the Fire District will not have a public hearing.
Bruce Sheridan Moving
Former board member, Bruce Sheridan, is moving to Ponchatoula, LA. He is leaving Highlands Bank at the St. Francisville Branch and will be the Vice President of Lending at 1st Community Bank in Hammond, LA. The Chamber wishes you the best of luck!
Multiple Newsletters?
Are you receiving multiple Chamber newsletters? Please let us know. We are updating the subscribers lists. If you would call the office or email us we will correct the problem. We appreciate your help
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