How Conducting an Employee Performance Improvement Plan Properly Will Make You a Better Manager

How Conducting an Employee Performance Improvement Plan Properly Will Make You a Better Manager From an employee’s perspective who may not be doing the job to his or her greatest potential, a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) often means the first step in being fired. From the perspective of a manager, it presents an opportunity to […]

[VIDEO] Greater Cleveland Partnership 2017 Advocacy Update – Networking Luncheon

Watch this video from our September, 2017 Chamber networking luncheon featuring the Greater Cleveland Partnership Advocacy Update. Guest Speaker Marty McGann, Senior Vice President of Advocacy for the Greater Cleveland Partnership, provided an overview of the upcoming ballot measures and legislative initiatives, while providing perspectives on their impact on both the business community and the […]

[VIDEO] A Look at Female Entrepreneurship in NE Ohio – Panel Discussion

Watch this video from our July, 2017 Chamber networking luncheon featuring a panel of prominent female entrepreneurs as they share their start up, growth, success and challenge stories. The program was facilitated by Gloria Ware, Principal, Inclusion, JumpStart Inc. and featured Laura Bennett, CEO and Co-Founder, Embrace Pet Insurance, Renee DeLuca Dolan, President/Publisher, Contempo Communications, Tonya […]

[VIDEO] Understanding Millennials: Everything You Need to Know about Your Millennial Co-workers

Watch this video from our June, 2017 chamber networking luncheon featuring guest speaker Amy Shannon President of Pinnacle Leadership Solutions, LLC. Amy shares how Millennials will be a key part of our future employee population. We will identify and understand how to flex our communication style to meet the Millennials’ expectations. Discover the perceived “Gap” […]

Welcome to Warrensville Heights Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting

Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on April 13th at their new Warrensville Heights Location. Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery is your premier destination for access to the latest concepts of quality home fixtures and appliances. Whether you’re a homeowner, a professional designer or a remodeler, our knowledgeable […]

[VIDEO] Changing The Mindset Of Your Team

CHANGING THE MINDSET OF YOUR TEAM Flo Brett, Effective Leadership Academy Changing the mindset of your team begins with YOU. The question was asked “Are Leaders Born or Made?” Leaders are Made and with that we realize we all have the potential to become a leader. Are you a manager or a leader? Your mindset can be either […]

Become a ‘Platinum Rule’ Workplace Communicator

 Become a ‘Platinum Rule’ Workplace Communicator By Phil Stella, Effective Training & Communication, Inc. Many business professionals diligently attempt to practice at work the ‘Golden Rule’ we all learned as youngsters. A workplace communication version of that philosophy would be ’Communicate with other people the way you want them to communicate with you.’  While a nice […]

[VIDEO] The Leadership Style You Need for a Successful Team

The Leadership Style You Need for a Successful Team    Hugh Littleton, Director, Learning Design Solutions For a team to achieve peak performance, you will need to lead with a clear vision and agenda.  This article focuses on concepts leaders must practice for team success, and illustrates leadership imperatives for high-performing teams. I recommend the following […]