Elisabeth Leach

🚨💰GRANT ALERT ‼️ You need a well-trained workforce for your business to thrive, but training can be costly, and as a result, a larger investment than the owner can handle. The Delaware Division of Small Business (DSB) has a grant program that can give a much-needed boost to businesses of all sizes in need of employee training programs. The Workforce Training Grant is a matching grant program available to eligible Delaware companies, as well as non-profits with w-2 employees. To be eligible for funding, training programs should be related to new and innovative processes or programs, machinery, or technology-related upgrades, and not training that occurs due to the regular cost of doing business. Workforce Training Grants are capped at $100,000 per grant, and it should relate to employment and industry trends that will support Delaware’s economy. The applicant must demonstrate a business need for the training. DSB will reimburse up to 50% of eligible costs, including instruction, classroom space or facilities and other directly related costs of training (wages paid to participants during training are not eligible for reimbursement). The Workforce Training Grant is a great way to advance your employees’ skill level in an affordable way. Want to learn more or find out if you are eligible? Contact the DSB Regional Business Manager for your county by going to https://lnkd.in/eBpDCeKD for a list of names and contact information. #workforce #workforcedevelopment #businessdevelopment #governmentcontracting #smallbusinesses #businessowners #founders #nonprofits #entrepreneurs #sbe #dbe #mbe #wbe #lbe #mwbe #wosb #edwosb #veteranowned #womanowned #supplierdiversity #minorityowned #wealth #lgbtq #smallbusinessresources #small biz #grants #startups #disabledowned #funding

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Imagine your SMB leadership team has achieved “high performing” behaviors enabling you to focus as the owner, president or CEO on strategic vs. tactical issues and opportunities. How much would that add to your bottom line, 2X, 5X or even 10X?

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Happy National Small Business Week 2024! One of my favorite things about building my Vistage Peer Advisory Group has been to get to know business owners and how they have driven growth for their businesses. Small and midsize businesses serve as the cornerstone of healthy communities, driving economic growth, and creating opportunities for individuals to thrive. While National Small Business Week is a great reminder of their impact, Vistage CEO Sam Reese shares five reasons it's essential to champion SMBs year-round. #SmallBusinessWeek #SmallBiz #Vistage

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Chamber Pros, what are you doing at your chamber to help and serve micro-sized small businesses? We just released a brand new article with examples of what other chamber are doing or could be doing. Go to How to Help with Micro-Business Marketing Success https://lnkd.in/gQXSZNu3 and give this new resource a read. #Chamber #ChamberOfCommerce #ChamberPros

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Heather shares why she decided to bring legal assistance to entrepreneurs and discusses several tips that are critical for every small business owner. Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/ATWyp #Coaching #Personaldevelopment #Alchemy #Business

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Bonus Marketing Podcast: Check out my friend Susan Friedmann wonderful interview with marketing expert Mark Schaefer. Mark shares great insights about building your personal brand! Susan Friedmann, CSP Earl Bell Mark Schaefer

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As a new local consumer-oriented business, your initial marketing efforts should be hyper-focused on making an impact in your local community. Before you can realistically think about large-scale growth, you need to generate awareness and build a solid customer base in your own backyard. Here's how to develop an effective local marketing strategy from day one. https://lnkd.in/evrsjRmP #marketing #startup #branding #customeracquisition

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In today's digital age, an online presence is essential for small business owners, indie artists, and bands. A well-designed website is your digital storefront, but it doesn't stop there. ChatBots can revolutionize how you interact with your audience. Discover why you need a website and the benefits of integrating a ChatBot. #today #benefits #artists #audience #age #designwebsite #beessential #smallbusinessowner #chatbots #website #instabusiness #businesspassion #integrating #band #site #discover #smallbusiness #owners #bands #needawebsite

Are you ready to elevate your business to new heights? Join me at Shift/Co, Public Benefit Corporation as the monthly expert panels where top business growth topics are explored and successful strategies are shared. As of December 2023, a staggering 84.9% of entrepreneurs on our platform have DOUBLED their income since joining Shift/Co. This isn't just growth; it's transformation! It all comes down to the incredible support from our Member Success Team. Our dedicated mentors and coaches are the cornerstone of these achievements, providing tailored advice and actionable insights that truly make a difference. Discover how you can also benefit from the game-changing impact of Shift/Co’s mentors and coaches. Whether you’re looking to boost your revenue or refine your business model, our experts are here to guide you every step of the way. Register now to be part of our next session and start transforming your business today! #confidence #entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #NetworkingEvent #BusinessCoaching #success

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🌟 Exciting News Alert! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce the launch of our newest blog post that delves into crucial strategies for success in the realms of small businesses and nonprofits. Discover insightful tips and learn how strategic planning, grant writing, and mentoring can pave the way to growth and sustainability. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gUMEpctd. #StrategicPlanning #GrantWriting #Mentoring #SmallBusiness #Nonprofit #SuccessStrategies

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Presenting a NEW eBook you can download for *free* when you subscribe to our mailing list + get the #IdeaoftheDay delivered to your inbox + once-a-month roundup of #smallbusiness news -https://bit.ly/4bKdZTb #smallbusiness #smallbiz #entrepreneurs #taxtips

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Need help marketing your business? Here are three actionable tips to effectively market your business and maximize your reach:

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From Pulpit to Boardroom: Spiritual Insights for Transformative Business Leadership." Explores what business leaders can gain from the wisdom of pastors, blending spiritual insights with effective business strategies. 🔗 Discover how these insights can elevate your leadership. Check out my latest article here: https://cstu.io/17a1aa #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessLeadership #Innovation #GrowthMindset #TheFoursquareChurch

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