In this economy businesses are more and more skeptic as to what "works" to help grow their business. In an effort to demonstrate the value of Chamber membership, the Chamber has identified the Top Reasons to Join the Chamber:

*Networking

*Relationships & Referrals

*Community Support

*Business Advocacy & Education

What are some reasons your business is a member? And, if you're not a member, what reasons would convince you to join? We want to know!!

Have you ever had someone give you advice for your business? We want to know! What has been the best business advice you have received? Share with us!

Chamber Business Advice for the Day: Get Out There

You won't make any new business contacts or gather leads unless you get out from your home/work office and look for new customers! Whenever attending any networking event or meeting set a goal for yourself. Understand your purpose for attending and don't forget to achieve that purpose!! Example: I want to meet 3 new business owners and learn about their business. Upon reaching your goal, make sure you follow up with each contact to touch base with them after the event. The best way to grow your business is to GET OUT THERE!

What types of businesses would you like to see come to Tracy? Share with us your thoughts on what businesses you feel would be perfect to add to the Tracy community.

At the State of the City Luncheon taking place next Wednesday, March 23rd Mayor Brent Ives will announce the names of new businesses that will be coming to Tracy. Check back to our blog next week to find out who those businesses are!

In today's world, everyone needs a mentor in their life for both personal and business success.  Mentors not only speed up your learning curve, they also eliminate you from making mistakes which can be costly. Who is your mentor? How has your mentor impacted your life?

This week the Chamber has received numerous calls from out of state wanting information about Tracy.

Many of the callers associate their reason for moving to Tracy to family and others want to live near the bay area but can't afford bay area prices.

What was your reason for moving to Tracy; or better yet, why have you chosen to call Tracy your home?

From the Chamber's standpoint, Tracy is filled with caring individuals and business owners who demonstrate their love for their community on a daily basis. What do you think?