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Business Outlook is published monthly by the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce.Periodical Postage Paid, Joplin, MO.

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Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce, 320 East 4th Street, Joplin, MO 64801.

2010-2011 Executive CommitteeSusan Adams Chairman of the BoardMike Wiggins Chairman Elect of the Board and Vice-Chairman of

Business DevelopmentLarry Warren Co Vice-Chairman of Business DevelopmentBrandon Freed TreasurerSean Anderson Vice-Chairman of Economic DevelopmentFred Osborn Co Vice-Chairman of Economic DevelopmentChuck Brown Vice-Chairman of Workforce DevelopmentGary Pulsipher Co Vice-Chairman of Workforce DevelopmentShelly Kraft Vice-Chairman of Community Development

Seth Dermott Co Vice-Chairman of Community DevelopmentMichelle Ducre’ Vice Chairman of Member ServicesTerry Hicklin Co Vice-Chairman of Member ServicesMike Palmer Past Chairman of the Board

Board of Directors Larry BoydDoug DollSteve GraddyScott HutsonCharles KeeterRandy Moore

Chamber Staff Rob O’Brian, President

Kim Lester, Vice President

Tonya Sprenkle, Finance Director

Ginger LaMar, Business Services Director

Stephanie McGrew, Special Events Manager

Cary Beasley, Workforce Development Manager

Kirstie Smith, Communications DirectorChristine Bryant, Membership Director

Cindy Weiss, Staff Accountant

Sherri Cloyd, Executive Assistant

eff Meredith, Member Relations Coordinator

Lisa Kelly, Administrative Assistant

Kevin Welch, Marketing Director-SMDA

Steve Russell, Director, Newman

Innovation Center

Gary Box, Business Retention &Expansion Coordinator

Lea Schroer, Newman Innovation Center

Administrative Assistant

Chamber Florist - Intercity Florist

Joplin Area Chamber O Commerce

Ex-Officio DirectorsDarieus AdamsMike GrayDr. C.J. Huff Dr. Alan MarblePriscilla McKinneyMatt ProctorMark RohrMayor Mike WoolstonDr. Bruce Speck Dr. Steve Scott

320 East 4th Street,Joplin, MO 64801417.624.4150

www.joplincc.com

Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce Presents:The Leadership Secrets of Santa Claus

How to Get Big Things Done in your workshop...All Year Long

Based on the book, Walk the Talk

November 30, 20109:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Located at Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce320 East 4th StreetJoplin MO, 64801

You will learn about Santa’s 8 Leadership Strategies which are: Build a Wonderful Workshop Choose Your Reindeer Wisely Make a List and Check it Twice Listen To The Elves Get Beyond The Red Wagon Share the Milk & Cookies Find Out Who’s Naughty and Nice Be Good For Goodness Sake

Join Crowder College & MSSU’s Alliance forBusiness on November 30th

The cost per session is $29 for JACC Members and$39 for non JACC Members

Seminar includes Walk the Talk book—The Leadership Secrets of Santa Claus,a workbook and homemade cookies with milkRSVP: www.joplincc.com or 417.624.1996



Rob O’Brian

President

Chairman Sponsors - $10,000

CableONE

City of Joplin

EaglePicher Technologies, LLC

Empire District Electric Company

First State Bank

FOX-14

Freeman Health System

General Mills

Heartland Technology Solutions

Home Pro

Joplin Floor Designs

KOAM-TV

Sign-A-Rama

Southwest Missouri Bank

Sign Designs

St. John’s Regional Medical Center

Stronghold DataU S Bank, N.A.

President Sponsors - $7,500

Community Bank & Trust

Roper Honda

Director Sponsors - $5,000

BKD, LLP

Commerce Bank, n.a.Downstream Casino Resort

The Joplin Globe Publishing Company

Joplin R-VIII School District

Joplin Tri-State Business Journal

KODE-TV

KSNF-TV

Lamar Advertising

Missouri Eagle

Missouri Southern State University

Show Me the Ozarks Magazine

Warten, Fisher, Lee & Brown, LLC

Weed Whackers, Inc.Zimmer Radio, Inc.

2010-2011 Chamber Program TopLevel Sponsors

Your Chamber, the U.S. Chamber and elections

This election cycle is drawing to a close, although we will probably see a few more weeks of analysis and guesses

about what it meant and what it will mean as the new Congress begins in January. Suf fice it to say that it was

an odd one. A lot of incumbents got tossed out but a good number held on. The common thread was that races

became less about the talents and skills of a candidate and more about how “bad” the “other” candidate would

be if elected. And beyond the candidate’s campaigns, a large number of outside organizations spent millions andmillions of dollars on campaigns and were called into question because of it.

Part of the questioning was about the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and allegations that it was receiving substantial

foreign funding for its campaign efforts. As the U.S. Chamber itself became the news story, we had a number of

you, our Members, ask about the JACC relationship with the U.S. Chamber.

As background, U.S. Chamber of Commerce President Tom Donohue and Board members made a number of

statements after the 2008 elections about the level of candidate funding that came from unions compared to what business organizations

put into campaigns. The U.S. Chamber made a concerted effort this year to re-elect and elect pro-business candidates. The final reports

are not in, but the U.S. Chamber vowed to raise and spend around $50 million on campaigns in 2010. It is likely the number will be highe

By comparison, according to a Washington Examiner article this past summer, the AFL-CIO and Service Employees International Union

together indicated they would put around $85 million into this election year.

Did the U.S. Chamber get lots of campaign money from foreign sources as alleged? The Chamber does have members that are foreign-

owned. In media interviews as well as a letter to members, Donohue noted this, but also pointed out that membership investments do not into political campaigns. The New York Times ran its own investigation concluding, “There is no evidence that what the Chamber does i

collecting overseas dues is improper or even unusual, according to both liberal and conservative election-law lawyers and campaign finan

documents.”

Whether people agree or disagree with the U.S. Chamber or sources of campaign funding, the articles raised questions with some about th

relationship your Chamber has with the U.S. Chamber. First, and most important, Chambers of Commerce, from the U.S. Chamber to loc

chambers, are separate and independent entities. The JACC is not a subsidiary of nor receives funds from either the U.S. Chamber or Stat

Chamber. We are an independent organization focused on the business interests in our region.

However, like many businesses, the JACC is a member of the U.S. Chamber. We are a member in order to receive updates on legislation

other federal level issues of interest to business. We have also had staff members serve on the U.S. Chamber Small Business committee a

am currently on the Chamber’s Transportation

& Logistics committee. Those committees deal

with public policy issues and we believe it isimportant that our region have a voice in these

policies. There has never been any discussion

of candidates or calls to raise campaign funds

at these committee meetings. The JACC

does not give the U.S. Chamber money for

campaigns.

As your Chamber, we do enter into campaigns

on local policy issues when we think there

is a critical need. In all of them, the Board

must vote on the position your Chamber takes.

Sometimes, we have gone further, raising funds

to support our position. Among those are the

campaigns for the parks/drainage sales taxand the public safety sales tax. When we raise

funds, we use a separate, dedicated continuing

committee which is tasked with supporting that

specific campaign. We never use member dues

investments for those local campaigns.

If you have questions or comments, please feel

free to call me or email me at any time.

President’s Message



Small Business & Technology Development Center

Starting a Small Business: The First Steps

Date: November 5 (Friday), 1:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Payment in advance: $20

Winning Government Contracts - The First Steps

Date: November 9 (Monday), 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.


Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2007

Date: November 11 (Thursday), 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.

8:30 p.m.


Aspiring Student Entrepreneurs - The First Steps to Starting a

Small Business

Date: November 15 (Monday), 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Payment in advance: $20, FREE to MSSU Students and

Employees

Social Media for Small Businesses

Date: November 16 (Tuesday), 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.


Investing Ideas for Small Business Owners: How to Analyze a

Company Using Financial Statements

Date: November 18 (Thursday), 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Free to the public

Microsoft Excel 2007 Level 2

Date: November 30 (Tuesday), 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (part 1) &

December 2 (Thursday), 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (part 2)Payment in advance: $95

The full schedule of workshops can be seen at

www.mssutraining.com along with online registration.

SOCIAL BYTES

Lists are a great way to organize your friends.

You can easily hide content per list making it easy

to keep your business and personal life separate.

Go to the “Account” tab and then “Edit Friends.”

Hit “Create a List” and assign “friends” to that list. Under “Pri-

vacy Settings” you can decide which lists see which content. Note:

Photo album privacy setting is per album and will have to be set

separately.

Need more help getting your business social? Watch for Social

Media Seminars to help get you started on the social path!

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The Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to the 19th annual

JACC Business Expo on January 25th and 26th, 2011 at Holiday Inn

Convention Center. This is our annual showcase of area businesses to thelocal community featuring a business -to- business day and a business-to-

consumer day.

Business After Hours is held during the first evening coupled with a silent

and live auction.

AUCTION! AUCTION! AUCTION!

Our silent and live auction provides businesses, organizations, products

and services with enhanced visibility among those who attend Expo as

well as the audience leading up to the event.

It’s as easy as donating a product or service from your business, loggingon to www.joplincc.com and filing out the silent auction form.

Make the Most o Your Membership

Business Expo 2011

New Members

Special Tax Workshop with the

Latest Tax Information and Changes!

Tax Planning: Getting the Most

Out of Every Dollar

Date: November 17 (Wednesday), 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m

Location: Plaster Hall, Room 104

Payment in advance: No charge, but seating is limited

This workshop will be presented by Will Roderique, CPA,

of Baker Davis Roderique Certified Public Accountants. Th

presentation will discuss key tax provisions of the HIRE A2010, the 2010 Health Care Act and the Small Business Jo

of 2010. We will focus on the implications of these new law

small businesses.

Find out the information you need to reduce your self-

employment and income taxes. Tax savings strategies discu

will include: hiring your minor children, renting property f

a spouse, providing tax deductible health insurance for you

your family, contribution to a retirement plan, incorporatin

businesses, and other opportunities for a tax reduction. Co

sponsored by the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce.

To Register: Call 417-625-3128 or send anemail to [email protected]

Special Tax Workshop

Blessings Unlimited Inspirational Gifts & Home Décor

Webb City, MO

417.291.2097

www.jerri.blessingsdirect.com

Jerri Sargent, Independent

Consultant

Sponsor: Ginger LaMar, JACC

RBC Enterprises Limited, Inc. Home Builder/Developer

P.O. Box 2283

Joplin, MO 64803-2283

417.206.4100

www.rickbensonconstruction.com

Rick Benson, Owner

Linda Eye, Property Manager

Sponsor: Christine Bryant,JACC

Sky High Broadcasting

Radio Station

10827 East Highway 86

Neosho, MO 64850

417.451.5636

www.kneo.org

Mark Taylor, President/General

Manager

Sponsor: Guy Voltz, Cell PhoneMedics &

Christine Bryant, JACC

Westside Customs & CollisionCustom Paint & Collision Repair

1403 East 4th Street

Joplin, MO 64801

417.825.7272

Dave O’Banion, Owner

Sponsor: Christine Bryant, JACC

The Chamber’s Board of Directors and staff are pleasedto welcome our newest Chamber

Members. Please keep theseand all Members in mind when

looking for goods and services.

Invite your clients or vendors to

join the Chamber.

Contact Christine Bryant @ 417.624.4150

or [email protected].



Thank You for Renewing Your Membershi

Newest JACC Partners

A-1 Carpet Cleaning .................... .. 2009

Action Real Estate Auctions ........ .. 2007

Action Video & Tanning ............ .... 2002

Airport Express Lube ..................... 2007

AMCOR P.E.T. Packaging ............. 2004

American Red Cross – Greater Ozarks

Chapter Joplin .............. .............. .... 2000Andy Mason – Emotional Freedom

Coach ............................................. 2008

Animal Clinic,

Steve Walstad, D.V.M. ............. ....... 1990

Arthur Steven Daus, M.D. ............. 1993

Best Chemicals & Equipment ....... 2001

Big R’s ............. .............. .............. .. 1998

Bob-N-Boon’s Mexican Café ........ 2009

Burton-Liese, LLC .............. ........... 1989

Caring Transitions ............ .............. 2007

Charlotte’s Angels ........................ .. 2008

Choice Technology, LLC ........... .... 2008

CMC Recycling ............. .............. .. 2002Contractors’ Equipment Company...1996

Countryside Self Storage ............. .. 2004

Dillon’s ............. .............. .............. .. 2002

Exodus Technologies .............. ....... 2008

FedEx ............................................. 2007

Frank W. Shagets, Jr., M.D., P.C. .. 2002

Freeman Cancer Institute – Radiation

Oncology ........................................1995

GalaxSea Cruises & Tours ........... .. 2002

Garfield’s .............. .............. ........... 2006Guaranteed Comfort Systems, LLC

......................................................... 2009

Hackett Hot Wings, LLC ............... 2003

Horton’s Pizza Plus .................... .... 2008

Hunter Real Estate .................. ....... 2008

JH & Associates, Legal Nurse

Consulting, LLC ........................ .... 2008

Joplin Rental Center, LLC ......... .... 2008

Justin Factory Store ..................... .. 2007

Layne Electric Company, Inc. ....... 2002

Liberty Bank ............. .............. ....... 2004

Madison Pet Clinic .................... .... 2004

Maria’s Mexican Restaurant .......... 2008Ozark Nursery of Joplin .............. .. 2001

Papa John’s Pizza ......................... .. 1997

Patty Jessee Photography ............... 2004

PMI – Performance Coating ........ .. 200

Power Washing Plus, L.L.C. .......... 200

Professional Computer & Telecom

dba ProCT ......................................200

R&R Trucking ........................ ....... 199

Reservation Travel Services .......... 198

Roper Buick GMC ..................... .... 195Rotary of Joplin – Daybreak Club .. 200

Russell Belden Electric Company .. 195

ServiceMaster of Southwest

Missouri .............. ............... ............. 199

Sherwin-Williams ............. .............. 199

Sky Ranch Cave Springs .............. .. 200

Southwest Foot Clinic .............. ....... 199

Springfield Blue Print .............. ....... 200

The Alliance for Business ............. .. 200

Total Electronics Contracting ........ 200

UniFirst Corporation ............. ......... 200

Verizon Wireless ................... ......... 200

Vogel Properties ......................... .... 200Wiese Material Handling, Inc. ....... 200

Please welcome the newest Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce Partners! If your business is interested in

partnering with the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce on events, programs or services, contact Christine Bryant,

Membership Director, to see what opportunities match with your business needs.

Above Par Transportation

Atlas Risk Management

The Background Checker.com

Amanda’s Hallmark Shop

Railroad Salvage and Restoration

Sign Designs

Sportsman’s Park Bar and Grill

Suzanne’s Natural Foods

Relay for Business

Grow Marketing

Living Well Smoothies, LLC

Oasis Salon & Day Spa

For more information on the 5-Star Partnership Program, please see joplincc.com or contact Christine Bryant at 417.624.4150

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The Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce Young Profession

Network (YPN) provides opportunities to network with pe

through various social, community service and networking

events. The network is open to employees, business owne

entrepreneurs and others who are ages 21-40. The missio

YPN is to “Connect, Develop and Empower Young Profesto Lead our Community”.

Events and Programs such as:• CEO Brown Bag Luncheon

• YPN Gives Back community volunteer days

• Social mixers

• Quarterly Caffeine Clubs

• Leadership Development through Mentor Groups

•

Wyatt Matters year-round campaign (YOU are “wmatters”)

• Board leadership training

YPN Membership is an annual $40 (plus one time enrollm

fee). Check out our website at www.joplinypn.com. Cal

Lester at 624.4150 or [email protected] for further det

joplinypn.com

Connecting

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1715 South Madison Suite 4Webb City, MO 64870

417-673-0243



Our Members AnnounceThomas Jefferson Independent Day School ispleased to announce a new academic enrichmentprogram for gifted/talented youth in the Four StateArea. These programs are modeled after popularDuke University Talent Identification Programs.These courses are offered on Saturdays for 5th and6th graders locally and offer challenging, handson-learning experiences. For more information,visit www.tjeffschool.org. (89)

Able Manufacturing & Assembly, LLC,Modine Manufacturing and ThermalEngineering International employeesparticipated in breast cancer awareness by havingSalon 529 on site to apply pink hair extensionsto the locks of their employees. All profitsfrom this event benefitted the Freeman “FriendsHelping Friends” Mammogram Fund. (59, 80,89)

Just Us Downtown Café, located at 516 SouthJoplin, is now booking holiday parties, rehearsaldinners, wedding receptions and anniversary

parties. Off site catering is also available forthose private parties in your home. Let JustUs Downtown Café take the stress out of yourholiday get-together and create trays of fabulousappetizers or prepare a full four course meal foryou and your friends. Don’t delay, call Darcitoday, 417.782.6666. (new member)

“The Event” at Ozark Christian College isNovember 5th and 6th. “The Event” will featureGod’s world and how together, we can makea difference by being involved now. To learnmore, please visit www.OCC.edu/TheEvent. (82)

The Wildcat Glades Conservation & Audubon Center is teaming up with the JACC Cultural

Affairs Committee, South Middle School,Joplin High School and Southwest OzarksStream Teams in a project by painting a fish,duck or white lettering on the storm drain inletsin your neighborhood. This project is to alertresidents that dumping in storm drains polluteslakes, rivers and streams. (91, 75)

The Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Missouri donated over 1,800 movies to the Joplin SchoolDistrict. They were distributed during the 10th Annual Academic All-Stars Program for childrenwith exemplary academic achievements. TheBoys & Girls Club received the donated moviesfrom Disney in 2009 and distributed more than300 of the movies to its club members. (63, 75)

PowerSports of Joplin has new business hoursto better serve its customers. They will be openuntil 6:00 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and until5:00 p.m. on Saturday. You may shop onlineanytime at www.powersportsofjoplin.com. (83)

Freeman Health System created a ReflectionGarden at the Freeman Cancer Center. TheReflection Garden is situated around a ribbon-shaped water feature complimented by beautifullandscaping and peaceful sitting areas. Theengraved stones that make up the 20 foot by40 foot water feature bear the names of thoseaffected by cancer. (70)

The City of Joplin is pleased to announce thatnature enthusiasts will enjoy the new TurkeyCreek Trail. The trail is approximately one anda half miles with an asphalt surface. It runswest from the intersection of Newman Road andFlorida Avenue, winding along in urban forestbefore it intersects with St. Louis Avenue. Thetrail then crosses Turkey Creek on St. LouisAvenue bridge and heads west again just northof the bridge. The portion of the trail followsTurkey Creek and provides trail enthusiasts withseveral wildlife spotting opportunities. Thewestern most point of the trail ends at the bridgeon the Frisco Greenway Trail. (74)

Instant Karma Catering offers bacon wrappeddogs, black angus dogs, hand dipped corn dogs,chili, sauerkraut, cheddar cheese, buns, dicedtomato and onions, homemade new potato anddill salad, brown sugar baked beans, jalapenos,blue cheese or ranch cole slaw and a cookietray all for $12 per person delivered! Call417.438.8754 or 417.206.DOGS to book your

event. (71)

Lary Knoblauch, President of Carpet One Floor& Home, announced that award-winning InteriorDesigner, Charissa Robinett has joined theCarpet One team. In her new position as DesignConsultant, Charissa will offer interior decoratingguidance to Carpet One’s flooring shoppers.Charissa will continue with her own business,INTERIORS by Charissa, LLC. (64, 74)

Health Solutions, 506 South Main, announcesYoga in Motion classes have begun. The classesare taught by J.L. Badgley on Monday andWednesday mornings at 9:30 a.m. and Mondayand Wednesday evenings at 5:30 p.m. Call today

to make an appointment, 417.206.3700. (newmember)

The Empire District Electric Company warnscustomers to always be alert for the smell of natural gas. Empire has an emergency gasleak number, 800.406.9220. Do not turn anyelectrical switches, appliances or lights on or off,or unplug electrical appliances when there is astrong natural gas odor. Do not use telephones,elevators, smoke or use lighters and do notoperate vehicles or power equipment whereleaking gas may be present. (68)

Since opening its doors in 2007, the preschoolwithin Ozark Center for Autism has madeincredible strides among children living withautism. The Center now provides therapy tostudents from prekindergarten through grade 12.The newly established Special Education Centeroffers benefits similar to those already availablein the preschool program, including specializedtraining from credentialed behavior analysts.Ozark Center was also the recipient of a $20,000check made possible from the proceeds raisedfrom the Home and Garden Tour hosted by Dr.Lance and Sharon Beshore. (82)Young Family and Cosmetic Dentistry isproud to announce the two winners of theirFacebook charity challenge. For an entiremonth, people became fans of www.facebook.

com/youngfamilyandcosmeticdentistry and

each fan voted for their local charity of choiChildren’s Haven and Animal Adoption &Resource Center were the two winners by aoverwhelming majority. Both organizationsreceived their flat screen TV on October 15t

Dr. Young and staff would like to thank all othose who helped make this campaign a succand make a difference in our community. (964, 75)

Front Line Apparel in Northpark Mall offtrendy message driven clothing for teens, meand women. Jake and Lori Jones invite youtake a stand together and put your faith on thFront Line. For a deeper selection of sizes aclearance items, visit www.bethefrontline.co(81)

First United Methodist Church, 4th and Bis hosting a Chocolate Festival on Novembefrom 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. A salad lunch be served along with a celebrity judging of fcontest, chocolate goodies for sale, kids mak

and take, chocolate fountain and a cupcake wProceeds will benefit the projects of the P.E.Sisterhood. (70)

The Noon Rotary Club of Joplin presenteda check to the Community Clinic. The NooRotary Club sponsors a golf tournament annto raise funds to benefit the Community Clinand raised $7,500 this year. The Rotary Cluis proud to offer support to the underinsuredcitizens. (85, 66)

The Kansas City Chiefs have started the seand if you are interested in reserving 2010company group tickets, fieldbox, luxury suitthe new party platforms, call 816.920.4824.

Labor Ready is excited to announce DavidSpalding as the new Branch Manager in JopDavid has 20 years experience in humanresources and management and has expertisein personnel staffing and understanding thecustomer’s needs. Labor Ready is located a1651 West 7th Street. (new member)

Downstream Casino Resort has begun acharitable soap-recycling program called “Hin Hand” that benefits its community neighbin three significant ways. By taking partiallused soap products that are left behind byDownstream’s hotel guests and safely recyclthem into new soap kits, Downstream is doiits part in the green economy by reducing wThe recycled soap kits will go out to charitaorganizations to provide a helping hand to thin need. Downstream partnered with the JoWorkshops to do the recycling work. (68, 7

The Inaugural Mother Road Marathon was hin the tri-state area on October 10th. It wasa combination of three races in one. The fulmarathon of 26.2 miles started in downtownCommerce, OK. The half marathon of 13.1miles started north of Baxter Springs and a 5or 3.1 miles ran mostly through SchifferdecPark. The races all began at 8:00 a.m. andended at the Joplin Athletic Complex. (74)

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The Chamber is very interested in your business. If you have won an award, opened another office or are planning a big event, let us kn

We would love to let your fellow Members know about your accomplishments and events! For our next issue, submit your announceme

to [email protected] or fax it to 417.624.4303 by November 15th. Please include “Our Members Announce” in subject line of e-m

Did you know that you can also submit your news on our website a

www.joplincc.com/ourmembersannounce.html? This is a great wa

to share your short term announcements with Members o the Jop

Area Chamber o Commerce as well as the thousands o visitors to

website every day!

Williams Woods University, on behalf of Southwest Missouri Consortium, announcedthe launch of the Consortium’s new website.They represent several accredited colleges anduniversities committed to meeting the needs of adult learners. (92)

Fred Tullis, Jr., of Home Pro has recordedhistorical information about Joplin’s RaceCar Day that took place in and around thefour states including racing at Joplin’s Ozarksspeedway which was located East of RangeLine on 20th. To see this racing history, visit,http://www.joplinglobe.com/press release/ uploadsfredtullis9.jpg. (73)

The 4th Annual HOPE 4 You Pink RibbonBagel campaign kicked off at Panera Bread.HOPE 4 you presented $20,000 they raisedamong three area not for profit organizations.Panera Bread donated money raised by the pink ribbon bagel sales as well as 10% of the salesduring the kick off day to HOPE. (73, 82)

Arvest Bank is pleased to make a donationto Lafayette House in Joplin in the amountof $2000 on behalf of the Walton FamilyFoundation. This foundation seeks to providefunding to grantees who are actively working tocreate positive change for others. (61, 77)

Jerry Myers and Andy Mason will behosting a three day retreat at Sky Ranch CaveSprings called “Free to Be Me – From Painto Power Boot Camp.” There are only 40places available, and all JACC members cansave $200 off the admission price by using thediscount code, JACC, at the checkout. Findout more about the event and register at www.

funtobefree.com. (70, 61)

KNEO 91.7, the home of the Webb CityCardinals and the Seneca Indians, will beairing their football playoff action during themonth of November. KNEO will also be airingKansas high school football playoff actionas well. KNEO is also a relay center for theworld’s largest Christmas project, OperationChristmas child. This is the 10th year KNEOhas provided a location for people and groupsto bring gift filled shoe boxes for children inmore than 100 countries. The goal is 1200shoe boxes. For more information, call417.451.5636. (new member)

Be a part of the 2010 American MedicineChest Challenge and the Partnership for a drugfree America on November 13th. This is aprescription and over the counter drug takeback event. The event is hosted by the Cityof Joplin and coordinated by the Allianceof Southwest Missouri – Joplin Area SafeTeens Coalition. This event is being madepossible by the combined efforts of manycommunity partners and funding is beingprovided by MoDot and the Alcohol and DrugAdministration. Turn in your unused, unwantedand expired medicines on November 13th from11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. at Walgreens at 20th and Main and 20th and Range Line. The Joplin

Police Department and Jasper County Sheriff personnel will be on site to take possession of the drugs and then dispose of them properly.For proper disposal from home, call MaryAnne Phillips, Joplin Recycling Coordinator at624.0820 ext. 501 or Melissa Schneider, SafeTeens Coordinator at The Alliance of SouthwestMissouri, 782.9899 ext. 18. (74, 60, 80)

More than 100 Alzheimer’s Champions fromJoplin and surrounding communities wereon the move to end Alzheimer’s disease atNorthpark Mall for the annual Alzheimer’sAssociation’s Memory Walk. Championsraised more than $12,000 to fund Alzheimer’scare, support and research. (81, 60)

Pro Musica presents the incomparable pianistEmanuel Ax, one of the best in the world,on November 2nd, 7:30 p.m. in the TaylorPerforming Arts Center at MSSU. He wonthe first Arthur Rubinstein International PianoCompetition in Tel Aviv, as well as Grammy

Awards. For more information, visit www.promusicajoplin.org. (83)

Cell Phone Medics proudly announces that allfour cellular repair technicians have completedand are Certified Specialists under theinternational J-STD-001 standards for surfacemount technology soldering. By receivingthese credentials, Cell Phone Medics customersare assured the highest quality of workmanshipand materials will be provided when their cellphones and PDA’s are repaired. (83)

Hear Ye, Hear Ye! Be it declared that all lords,ladies and their children shall save the datesof December 10th – 12th from 6:00 – 8:30

p.m. for DickensFest: A holiday destination inJoplin’s Murphysburg Historic District. Thefestival will be nestled between First UnitedMethodist Church at 501 West 4th Street, andthe Olivia Hotel at 320 South Moffet Avenue.The festival will feature luminaries, winterlights, outdoor Old English village with realisticstorefronts, costumed Dickens characters,carolers, strolling minstrels, live nativity,petting zoo and Father Christmas. For moreinformation, visit www.murphysburg.org. (newmember)

The Area Agency on Aging will host their 2nd Annual Arts and Crafts Show on December 4th at the Joplin Senior Center, 22nd and JacksonStreet from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. All proceedswill benefit the home delivered meal programin Jasper, Newton, Barton and McDonaldcounties. General admission $1 and lunch willbe available for $5 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

For booth information, call 781.7562. (61)

St. John’s Regional Medical Center celebrated “Walktober” by renaming thewalking trail to the Mercy Mile Walking TIt was the site of the inaugural walk to promhealthier, less sedentary lifestyles for bothco-workers and community members throuexercise. (88)

Higdon Florist and Gifts is gearing up fothe Holidays. Come by and see them for thChristmas Open House, Sunday only Nove7th from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.. For moreinformation, please visit www.higdonfloriscom. or call at 417-624-7171.

Front Line Apparel in Northpark Mall offtrendy message driven clothing for teens, mand women. Jake and Lori Jones invite youtake a stand together and put your faith on Front Line! For a deeper selection of sizes clearance items see http://BeTheFrontLine

Join Paper-Pal Recycling as they celebratAmerica Recycles Day on November 15thby KODE located at 1928 West 13th Streetbring all your paper that needs to be recyclBring at least 15 old phone books to enter chance to win $500 Visa gift card. (82)

The Empire District Electric Company encourages customers to switch and save.Switching to energy efficient compactfluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) will helpcustomers use up to 75 percent less energyup to ten times longer and save $30 in enercosts over the life of a CFL. (68)

Heartland Technology Solutions announcthat it has acquired Computers, Networks,Solutions, Inc. of St. Joseph, MO. Thisacquisition gives Heartland its seventh locaacross the Midwest. Congratulations HeartTechnology Solutions! (72)

Joplinmo Mattress has transformed mattrshopping in Joplin with their revolutionaryand exclusive Sleep to Live diagnostic sysTo learn more about this system, visit://http

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Small Business Library

Small Business Library

Chamber Connection

Tuesday, November 11th

7:30 – 9:00 a.m.

City Pointe Beauty Academy

501 South Madison Avenue, Webb City

This interactive Chamber breakfast is an opportunity for new

Chamber Members and even the experienced Chamber veteran

to learn all about member benefits and how to maximize your

membership. The orientation will begin to show you how to utilizeyour membership by getting involved, no matter what your interests

may be.

You will also learn some great new ideas on how to develop your

business from Impact Training & Development.

Top ten reasons to attend…

• Marketing opportunities/partnerships/sponsorships

• Committees & programs

• Meet the Staff, Board of Directors & Members of the

business community

• Learn more about networking and special events

• How to have a ribbon cutting or ground breaking cerem

• MSSU’s Small Business & Technology DevelopmentCenter

• Chamber newsletter – get your company noticed

• Economic development/community research

• Young Professionals Network

• Advocacy – make your voice heard!

In addition to all this, you will meet some of the team from City

Pointe Beauty Academy, and find out how they are making an im

in our community!

Please RSVP by calling 417.624.1996,

e-mail [email protected] or online at www.joplincc.com

360° Membership OrientationSponsored by:

Presented by:

November 2010 Sponsor:

Presented by:

Would you like some cost-effective professional

development for you and your staff? Books and other

resource materials contain knowledge you have yet to gain!

Would you like tips on how to improve your sales, market

your business online, different leadership tips? JACC’sSmall Business Resource Library has materials on this, and

so much more! As a Member of the Chamber, these are

all available for you to check out. It’s as easy as coming

to the library, find something you like and check it out on

the way out the front door. If you have any questions or

suggested materials, contact Jeff!

• Write It Down, Make It Happen by HenrietteKlauser

• Truth or Delusion? by Ivan Misner

• Complete Life’s Little Instruction Book by H.

Browne

• Profiles in Courage by John F. Kennedy

Write It Down, Make It Happen is a great book to read if

you’ve wondered what the big deal about keeping a journal

or diary is all about. The author provides lots of real-life

examples of how writing down your thoughts and dreams

help crystallize what you truly want out of life.

Chamber ConnectionThursday, November 18th 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.Chamber Office

The new & improved Chamber Connection presents MEMBERSHIPEDUCATION and SPEED NETWORKING.

We know your time is important, so we are putting the spotlight on ChamConnection November 18th which will increase the number of contacts have, and improve your CONNECTIONS in the CHAMBER. We will soff with a motivating and educational discussion before giving away dooprizes and speed networking.

Bring business cards ONLY, and one person per business, please, to helpincrease the variety of businesses represented.

During the fast-paced two hours, enjoy casual and speed networking. Twill also be some time to follow up on any businesses you want to knowmore about while enjoying some light appetizers and soft drinks.

Networking starts at 4:00 p.m. and we will conclude by 6:00 p.m.

Please call 417.624.4150 or e-mail Jeff at [email protected] withquestions or to RSVP.

Testimonial from recent attendee. . .

“I found the JACC Chamber Connection event fascinating. It is alwaysbeneficial when local business managers and owners are able to cometogether in one setting to share what they are able to do for one other.Promoting the growth of local business is what JACC is all about; I thinthis wonderful event makes this happen.”Matt MajorBusiness Services Manager, Community Bank & Trust

Sponsored by:

Presented by:



Ribbon Cuttings

For more informationon these businesses,

please see

joplincc.com.

The Ambassadors are Sponsore

Engaging Future Community Leaders

Leadership Joplin is a program developed by

the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce and

sponsored by community businesses to identify,

cultivate and motivate future community

leaders. Leadership Joplin is in its 28th yearwith more than 600 graduates. This informative and thought

provoking program introduces

participants to the community, exposes them to its challenges and

requires them to fully participate in the 11 session curriculum.

In addition, Leadership Joplin provides a strategic curriculum to

enhance participants’ leadership skills and creates a dialogue

for discussion on relevant topics and assessment of case studies,

ultimately supporting the Chamber’s strategic initiatives and goals.

Anyone who has a genuine interest in community leadership and

wants to broaden their scope of knowledge beyond their current

level is encouraged to apply to Leadership Joplin. Class begins in

January with graduation in June.

LJ Applications and program details are available at www.joplincc.

com or call Ginger LaMar for more information.

Application deadline is Tuesday, November 16th.

My name is Stephanie Howard and it is my

honor to be the chair of the Leadership JoplinCommittee this year. I am a Leadership Joplin

Alumni from the class of 2003 and I canpersonally attest to what a premier leadership

training and networking opportunity this classcan make in your professional and personal life. I look forwato working with the new class and the exciting year that we

have planned.

~Stephanie Howard, Empire District Electric Company2011 Leadership Joplin Committee Chair

Presented by:

LifeChoices

Karolyn Schrage, RN BSN531 East 7th Street

Celebrating ground breaking for new

edition

Just Us Downtown Café

Darci Peterson, Owner

514-520 South Joplin Avenue

Celebrating new business, new

member

The Touch Up Shop

Scott McCammon, Owner

902 West 4th Street, Suite 110

Celebrating 3rd anniversary

Horton’s Pizza Plus

Michael Horton, Manger

1302 South Schifferdecker Avenue

Celebrating new business, new

member

MSSU Ralph L. Gray Alumni

Center

Dr. Bruce Speck, President

3950 East Newman Road

Celebrating remodel of mansion

INTERIORS by Charissa, LLC

Charissa Robinett6031 North Main Street Road, Suite

396

Celebrating kick off of business

College Heights Christian School

Dr. James Rhea, Superintendent

4311 East Newman Road

Celebrating expansion

Joplin Industrial Electric

Jeff Cartright, Owner

2202 South Prigmore Avenue

Celebrating ground breaking

Turkey Creek Trail

Mark Rohr, City Manager

602 South Main

Celebrating opening of trail

Golden Corral

Chockie Billy, Manager

2415 South Range Line Road

Celebrating catering service

Labor Ready

Dave Spalding, Branch Manager

1651 West 7th Street

Celebrating Chamber membershipand new branch manager

Save A Lot

Namon Hawthorne, Manager811 West 7th Street

Celebrating grand re-opening

One Smart Cookie

Rhonda Bennett, Owner

1915 South Main Street

Celebrating addition of cookie

business

Corporate Business Systems

Brian Peltier, President

2702 North Richard Joseph Blvd.

Celebrating open house

Reeves Tire and Automotive

Kristen Cristy, Owner

806 East 7th Street

Celebrating kickoff to grand opening

for newly rebuilt store

Volk’s Avanti Insurance Agency,

Inc.

Diane and Richard Volk, Owners

4130 South Main Street

Celebrating new sign

Shoal Creek RV & Campground

Donna and Billy Holcomb, Owners6821 Gateway Drive

Celebrating new membership

Leadership Joplin

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Member Beneft Programs

Watch for a NEW program in January 2011!

Chamber Members can receive member only benefits from our

partners, Stronghold Data, LLC., MyModernWeb.com,

Living Well Smoothies and Constant Contact! Just log on at

http://www.joplincc.com/ourchamber_memberdiscount.html

for full details. These discounts and special offers are just for

Members of the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce! For more

information, contact Tonya Sprenkle at 417.624.4150 or

[email protected].

A Message rom Dr. C.J. Hu

Dr. C.J. Huff is the Superintendent of Joplin R-VIII School District

From an economic development perspective, the

future prosperity of Joplin depends heavily on

a highly educated and well-trained workforce.

Certainly the quality of the educational systems

in the region from pre-school through graduate

school play a critical role ensuring the future

growth of our community. The Joplin Board of

Education takes this responsibility seriously.

If you follow the state and national political

scene, education reform is at the top of everyone’s

agenda. The media frenzy around failing schools

in our largest inner city communities in this

nation has painted all schools in our country with

the same brush. This is unfortunate given the

quality of our educators and school leaders in this

area in particular.

I could bore you with the intricacies of No

Child Left Behind (NCLB), Adequate Yearly

Progress (AYP), and the Annual Performance

Report (APR) that is used to measure schoolperformance in a terribly flawed, politically

motivated evaluation system. Instead I would like

to share with you the fact that we have a number

of progressive communities in this region who

have kept education as a top priority long before

education reform, once again, drew national

headlines.

Since my arrival in July 2008, the Board of

Education, myself and key staff members have

been discussing ways to measure our progress on

a continuum and focusing our limited resources

and efforts in high impact areas that have a far

reaching impact on student performance and

success. Although this effort is in its infancy,

tremendous progress has been made towardsachieving our long-range objectives. For example

the Joplin Schools have…

• Reduced the number of dropouts by 54% in

one year.

• Reduced discipline referrals by 49.2% in five

years.

• Increased the graduation rate by 6.7% in two

years.

• Improved attendance rates which are

currently at the highest level in five years.

• Improved math achievement scores 31.6% in

seven years.

• Improved reading/writing scores by 23.4%in seven years.

So what does that mean in terms of the status and

progress of the Joplin Schools over these past few

years?

The Of fice of Social and Economic Data Analysis

(OSEDA) is involved in the ongoing analysis

of growth and development of programs and

services in the State of Missouri. Their data i

used in policy development, decision-making

and analysis of program effectiveness statew

In terms of schools they measure school distr

success on multiple measures.

When comparing the 523 school districts in tState of Missouri the Joplin Schools rank…

• In the top 6% of all school districts in th

state in terms of progress.

• In the top 19% of all school districts in t

state in terms of our current performanc

status.

The point is we are proud of the progress tha

we have made and are proud of our focus on

continuous improvement. The future holds gr

promise for not only our kids, but also all kid

in our region. We are all partners in our effor

to position Southwest Missouri to become evmore competitive in the new global economy

continues to emerge. We are appreciative of t

support of our community as we work togeth

provide high quality educational opportunitie

our children.

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Don’t get so busy with the day-to-day hustle in your businessthat you forget to focus your marketing activities on keeping yourpipeline filled. To help you reach your monthly sales goals, I havecreated a list of 7 marketing techniques you should revisit in thefourth quarter of each year. They are designed to ensure that youfocus on revenue-generating activities in your small business.

1. Profile Your Best Customers. Who are your most valuable andprofitable customers? How much do they spend with you annually?Do they fit a niche? While it’s imperative that you understand yourproducts and services, it’s even more significant to understandwhat value your business brings to your customers so you cancontinue fulfilling their needs. Business issues can change quickly,making vendors potentially interchangeable. Be sure to thank yourcustomers; no one owes you business.

2. Talk With Your Clients. If your three most important customerswere sitting in a room with you, what questions would you ask them? Even with your long-time customers, schedule a quarterlyface-to-face meeting to ask for feedback or just to catch up. Youmust stay on top of their needs and understand any new factorsthat influence their decision-making processes. Have 10 questionsto ask, and then make sure you engage them around some personalsmall talk: kids, vacations, holiday plans, etc. The more personalthe relationship, the more that relationship will allow you to obtaincritical information and a strong ally.

3. Align Marketing Efforts With Your Sales Goals. Sales andmarketing have to work together in your small business. Even if you are the only salesperson in your business and you also handlethe marketing efforts, you must plan your marketing programbased on the amount of sales leads you need to generate in orderto close the required amount of sales per month. If you knowyou need 500 leads per month in order to close 50 sales, thendetermine how many phone calls, e-mails, blog posts, Facebook ads and Twitter messages must be made, sent or posted per monthto drive the desired traffic. You must establish a sales process andthen proactively work your marketing efforts so that they generatethe desired results.

4. Never Take Your Eye Off the Competition. Identify severalcompetitors. Discover what benefits they provide to theircurrent customers. Use their websites to gain insights. Compareyour branding, value proposition and pricing. Based on yourassessment, develop at least three strategies that you will use toposition yourself effectively against them. Always think, “What ismy signature move?”

5. Create Win-Win Relationships. “Give to get” is a motto thatworks well in business. A strong strategic alliance offers manybenefits, including reducing risk, sharing costs and improving timto market. How can you develop a partnership that can contributeto your bottom line? Always go into a relationship understandingyour partner’s “must have” list. It’s always best when you can fina partner who is not a direct competitor.

6. Refine Your 30-Second Commercial or Elevator Pitch. Yourmost important job as a small business owner is selling yourself and your business. When you can succinctly explain your businesit builds trust, but you shouldn’t use the same pitch forever. Fromtime to time, switch it up a little. Add a brief client list; mentiona recent award or media hit. Elevator pitches are designed todraw in your target and keep the dialogue going. Be careful not give TMI (too much information). Offer just enough to get theminterested in chatting with you again.

7. Use a Vision Board. All businesses have ups and downs. Howyou get through the tough days in your business makes a bigdifference in your productivity. One of the tricks I use and advisall my coaching clients to use is to develop a vision board of your big picture goals for your life. If you are successful the wayour business plan projects, what are the 10 things you want outof life? Create a visual representation of your list. Use cutoutsfrom magazines or clip art pictures–whatever it takes to developa visual symbol of your personal goals. Post this collage toremind yourself why you work so hard. Ten reasons will keep ymotivated on good days as well as bad ones!

By implementing these marketing techniques, you will be ableto evaluate the effectiveness of your marketing strategy and keepyourself motivated to stay on top of your sales processes.

Melinda F. Emerson, known to many as Small Biz Lady (or on Twitter

as @SmallBizLady) is one of America’s leading small business experts.

As a seasoned entrepreneur, professional speaker, and small businesscoach, she develops audio, video and written content to fulfill her mission

to end small business failure. As CEO of MFE Consulting LLC, Melinda

educates entrepreneurs and Fortune 500 companies on subjects including small

business start-up, business development and social media marketing. She hosts

#SmallBizChat Wednesdays on Twitter 8-9pm ET for emerging entrepreneurs. S

also publishes a resource blog www.succeedasyourownboss.com. Melinda is al

the author of the national bestseller Become Your Own Boss in 12 months; A

Month-by-Month Guide to a Business That Works .( Adams Media 2010)

7 Ways to Keep the Sales Rolling in Your Small Business

A Message from Joplin Supply CompanyWe had 23 vendors at Butcher's Block Banquet Center for our 2nd Annual Green Trade Show. This show is unique to our area, in that we only show ener

ef ficient products and solutions. We also offer continuing education classes for contractors.

There are so many products out there right now that can save contractors and end-users money. We are trying to do a better job of helping contractors sell

these products and ideas to their customers. We've found that the companies who have money to spend right now, are generally spending it on products th

make them more ef ficient, whether it's updated lighting, occupancy sensors, newer HVAC units, etc.

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New Member Feature

Reflexology & MoreReflexology is a science utilizing reflex areas existing in the feet and hands corresponding to all of the glands, organs and parts of the

body. Proper stimulation of these reflexes alleviates many health issues naturally and should not be confused with massage. Doctors

agree that 75% of health issues are linked to stress and tension. Reflexology improves nerve and blood supply and helps to normalize

body functions.

Lavonna Preble’s Creed: Reflexology is the most Biblical medicinal treatment that I have researched. With reflexology, I have learned

to expect miracles and give the credit to God because I, myself, do not have the ability to cure a disease. I am merely a vessel blessed

with a gift to share with others in their time of need of treatment for relief from their discomfort. As a caregiver it is my duty to be an

example of health and love towards my patients by placing their health first and working with other health professionals to provide the

best treatment possible. No one will be turned away from the amazing, healthy experience of reflexology.

For more information about the benefits that Reflexology and More can provide, please call Lavonna at 417.208.7528 or stop by her

office at 508 South Main (the entrance is in the back).

INTERIORS by Charissa LLCCharissa Robinett is a college-educated business professional who decided to leave her 10+ year career in human resources to pursue

her dream career of interior design. Growing up in Santiago, Chile, Charissa gained an appreciation for architecture at a young age. Her

passion for interior design was evident early on as she got excited about decorating her room with each of her family’s frequent moves.

She did what seemed logical and decided to pursue a business degree when she graduated from high school, building her career on her fir

job as a bilingual secretary. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Missouri Southern State University whi

managing an employment agency and later transitioning into an HR Generalist role in TAMKO Building Products’ corporate human

resources department. As she approached graduation, she moved to Leggett & Platt’s corporate human resources department and worked

as an employment coordinator for over five years. In her free time, she watched countless hours of HGTV, leafed through the pages of

numerous decorating magazines and books, and decorated for friends and family on the side.

Determined to turn her life-long hobby into a career, she enrolled in the Interior Design program at Pittsburg State University in August

of 2007 and attended classes full-time for three semesters while working at the Better Living Store in Joplin. She poured herself into her

studies and became a member of the Phi Upsilon Omicron and Tau Sigma national honor societies. As a student, she also became involv

with the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) and the National Associatio

of Home Builders (NAHB), serving as Vice President of Pittsburg State University’s student chapter of IIDA during the 2008-09 schoolyear.

By the summer of 2009, she had completed all but two classes required to obtain a second degree in Interior Design so she moved

forward with plans to start her own decorating business while taking classes on a part-time basis. Just before graduating in May 2010,

she received national recognition by earning the second place prize in an international student design competition sponsored by the Retai

Design Institute. After having received additional training from the Home Staging Institute and the Staging Diva, she found herself ready

to launch her new career. For more information about INTERIORS by Charissa LLC, call Charissa at (417) 850-7191 or visit www.interiorsbycharissa.com.

Just Us Bar & Grill Downtown Café

After looking at some of the available downtown locations, Darci Peterson decided that it was time to put her culinary skills to work! S

and her brother, Eric Meehl, decided that the old Champs location would be perfect for a local restaurant serving fresh food with a smile

Just Us Downtown Café is pleased to feature daily specials, including desserts and soups made fresh every day. All of their food is mad

to order; they don’t precook it and hope you order their daily special. They are open for dine in and carry out Monday-Friday from 10:3

a.m. – 3:00 p.m., and also accept faxed orders for pick up! They can cater lunches for groups of 10 or more, and are also available in th

evenings and weekends for holiday parties, receptions and more!

Their desire is: “All who may enter as guests, will leave as friends!”

For more information, give them a call at 782.6666, fax your order to 782.6668 or stop by and see them at 516 South JoplinAvenue.

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Ask the Executive Coach...Question:“I like your “Burning Question” concept you mentioned in your Due & DONE: “How Do you get all that’s Due DONE”

seminar you did for the Chamber. Explain more about that.”

Answer:

The Burning Question is this: “ Is what I’m doing right now the most productive use of my time?”

If we asked ourselves that all day long we would be so much more productive. Sometimes we stray off course

during the day-- probably because it is more comfortable. When we stray we begin doing tasks that are not our toppriorities. Lower priority items are sometimes easier to do. Before we know it we have done much less than we set

out to do for the day—and probably haven’t spent enough time working on the top priority items we told ourselves

we would do.

I think part of it is that sometimes (or many times, for some) we are more fatigued than we realize. There is a lot going on in our lives a

we tend to rob from our hours of sleep and pay for it the next day. Because of that we are not operating at our peak performance level,

and it’s easier to gravitate toward a task or behavior that is simpler to do. It’s not something that is intentional -- it just happens.

For that reason we should be asking ourselves the Burning Question all day long:

“Is what I’m doing right now the most productive use of my time?”

Asking ourselves this question will keep us on track. Consider this example: When we drive a car we hold on to the steering wheel sothat the car doesn’t stray off course to one side or another. Shouldn’t we do this with our day, too? Don’t stray from doing the things

that really matter. Of course this doesn’t mean that we shouldn’t take an occasional break so that we can relax and rejuvenate. This is a

important part of our day, too. It helps us focus when we do return to the job.

When you are at work, pretend that you have two hats. At any point during the day you need to know which hat you are wearing. Is it

the “friendship hat” or the “work hat?” You need to wear both hats, but you shouldn’t be wearing them at the same time. Your work ha

should be worn more than your friendship hat, but the friendship hat conversation is important, too, for it helps you to be an effective tea

member. It’s also important to remember not to switch hats when you are involved in a conversation. If you do, you will lose your foc

and effectiveness. Keep your focus so that you are “present” during friendship conversation and “present” during work conversations.

During our Due & DONE seminar we also talked about the importance of doing a Time Log, which will show you how you handle your

time. We will spend more time on this process at the next Due & DONE seminar. If you or anyone wants to get on the list and attend t

next one, call Ginger LaMar at the Chamber office: 417.624.4150.

I am writing this column on Sunday, so now that I’ve had my work hat on to do it, I’m going to put my friendship hat back on until

Monday morning. I’m not sure what you will be doing this weekend, but try to get enough rest, enjoy your friendship hat all weekend a

then be ready to go Monday morning. Your work hat is waiting for you.

iMPACT Training & Development, Dan Chiodo, President Copyright [email protected] 417.439.4900 Visit impactbydan.com

Submit your questions for this column to joplincc.com/askthecoach.html by the fifth of each month.

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January 8, 2010Wildcat Glades Conservation and Audubon Center

located at 201 West Riviera Drive, Suite A

,

,

November 5, 2010Sponsored by and located at:

Vatterott College

809 South Illinois Avenue

November 16, 2010Sponsored by and located at

KSN and KODE

1502 Cleveland

5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

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November 117:30 am360 Degrees NewMember OrientationCity Pointe BeautyAcademyNovember 12

12:00 pmCommunityEnhancement/SpecialEvents

November 1312:30 pmYPN Gives Back Lafayette House

November 1512:00 pmLeadership JoplinSteering Committee

Chamber Office

November 169:00 amLeads Group OneHigdon Florist5:30 pmBusiness After HoursKSN / KODE

November 179:00 amLeads Group ThreeChamber Office12:00 pmYPN CEO LeadershipLunchChamber Office

November 18

7:30 amYPN ExecutiveCommitteeColumbia Traders4:00 pmChamber ConnectionChamber Office

November 2211:30 amChamber Board of DirectorsChamber Office

November 25 & 26Chamber OfficeClosedHappy Thanksgiving!

November 309:30 amLeadership Secrets of Santa Class

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