by Beth Offenbacker, PhD, Emotional Intelligence Coach, Waterford, Inc.
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Have you ever had a meeting with someone and afterwards you felt that it could have gone better? Something was missing in the discussion. Either we didn’t “get” them, or they didn’t “get” us.

All good relationships are built on trust and communication[i], especially with clients. When things get bumpy, understandably, we can feel a little anxious. The good news is, there are easy steps that we can take to improve our ability to connect with current or prospective clients in a meaningful, positive way.

​By Kate Bates, President & CEO of the Arlington Chamber of Commerce
 
Since first joining the Chamber team nine years ago, I have felt fortunate to be a part of an organization with such a strong culture of genuine, unwavering care for the well-being and success of our members. When taking the helm of the Chamber in 2014, I was determined to drive these efforts on behalf of our members even further, which is why one of my greatest ongoing goals has been to increase the Chamber’s advocacy efforts – a task that I have executed in partnership with an outstanding Board of Directors and Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee. 

By Caroline Taylor, Arlington Chamber of Commerce Communications Manager

It’s been an exciting first month here at the Chamber as the new Communications Manager! A born and raised Tennessean, I moved to the area three years ago after graduating from Ole Miss and began working in communications on Capitol Hill. I feel so blessed and proud to call this area my home, and it is both refreshing and rewarding to have the opportunity to work for an organization like to Chamber, whose mission is to bolster a thriving economic environment for our local businesses for the betterment of our community.

By Debbie Powers, Arlington County Office of Emergency Management (OEM)

September is National Preparedness Month. Is your business prepared for any emergency? Are your employees prepared? Do they have family plans? Do you have a family plan? Do you and your employees know what to do in the event of an active shooter? Are you sure? September Preparedness Month is a good time to think about what your business and employees should do when an emergency arises.