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8 Common Accounting Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Many new entrepreneurs handle their own accounting and bookkeeping when they’re starting out. Here’s how to avoid some common DIY accounting mistakes with help from technology and common sense. By: Miranda Fraraccio, Contributor A solid, precise accounting strategy is critical to the success of a business. —…

Caldwell County Housing Plan and “Our State, Our Homes” Initiative Caldwell County Economic Development, in collaboration with the City of Lenoir and the Western Piedmont Council of Government, has published a comprehensive Housing Plan for Caldwell County. The Plan synthesizes input from a wide range of stakeholders, including builders, developers, planners, businesses, homeowners, renters, and…

Stop Spinning Your Wheels & Start Seeing Results Has this ever happened to you? A brilliant idea sparks, you meticulously plan every detail, create beautiful spreadsheets, and envision the triumphant launch. Maybe you even practice a little Law of Attraction in your meditative practices each morning. But then…<insert sad trombone sound>. The plan sits there,…

Are You Asking the Right Questions for Business Growth? Growth isn’t a passive process; it doesn’t just happen. Unfortunately, you don’t open a business and sit back and wait for it to grow. Businesses rarely go viral overnight and planning on doing so is like funding your retirement by playing the lottery every week. Business…

Are Gig Workers Joining Your Chamber? Do you have many gig workers as members? Some chambers have been extremely successful with this group of micro capitalists because they understand that what they need more than anything is access to resources. The chamber can provide those. It can be an easy sell if you know how…

Building a Fanatical Following with Email For many small businesses, email marketing is all about promotions and sales. But the most successful businesses know that an email list is more than just a sales tool—it’s away to build relationships, create trust, and foster a sense of community without the concerns of a platform shutdown. By…

Post Press Release for The Caldwell Chamber 2025 Annual Meeting   The Caldwell Chamber Celebrates its 2025 Annual Meeting – The Business Event of the Year Lenoir, NC – The Caldwell Chamber proudly hosted its highly anticipated 2025 Annual Meeting, an event hailed as the Business Event of the Year, on February 27, 2025. Held…

How to Apply for a Small Business Loan for Your Startup Startups and small business owners usually need financing to get going. Here are six types of financing options and how to apply for a loan. When you have a great business idea, your next step is to figure out how to finance it. The…

How to Establish and Build Business Credit Business credit can open doors for loans, grants, and other funding activities. Here’s how to establish credit that will help you grow and expand your venture. Like individuals, businesses have to establish a credit history in order to secure loans, attract partners, and get the best possible insurance…

Turning Promotional Items into Chamber Gold Branded promotional items aren’t just freebies—they’re powerful tools to boost visibility, strengthen relationships, and even generate revenue for your Chamber of Commerce. Whether you’re welcoming new members, engaging event attendees, or connecting with the community, the right swag can leave a lasting impression. And the best part? With smart…