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West Hartford Chamber Blog

Welcome to the West Hartford Chamber of Commerce Blog! Check back here for updates on the Chamber and its Members. We will also curate a collection of articles, tips, and resources to assist you and your business.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
What Would Fall Apart If Your Best Employee Left Tomorrow?

Your most experienced employees often carry years of knowledge that may exist nowhere else. This week’s blog looks at how documentation, cross-training, succession planning, and stronger talent pipelines can protect your business when change happens.

Christina Metcalf

Monday, August 31, 2026
Do You Really Have to Answer Every Email?

Being responsive is good business, but constant availability can make it difficult to get meaningful work done. This week’s blog explores how setting communication expectations, protecting focused work time, and creating better systems can help business owners stay responsive without sacrificing productivity.

Christina Metcalf

Monday, August 24, 2026
Would AI Recommend You? Here’s How to Find Out

Customers are increasingly turning to AI for recommendations. So, can AI find and understand your business? Building on our August PM Connections conversation with Dan Trujillo, this week’s blog offers a simple “AI audition” to see how your business appears in AI-generated recommendations and where your digital presence may need some attention.

Christina Metcalf

Monday, August 17, 2026
9 Ways to Finance Your Small Business (Beyond a Bank Loan)

Need capital to hire, buy equipment, build inventory or improve cash flow? This week’s blog explores nine financing options beyond a traditional bank loan and explains how to choose the right one based on what you need the money to accomplish.

Christine Metcalf

Monday, November 24, 2025
How Small Businesses Can Win Big on Black Friday

Big box stores own the deals, small businesses can own the experience. This blog offers practical, creative ways to stand out on Black Friday by making shopping feel personal, calming, and even joyful. Six ideas to turn the busiest day of the year into a meaningful win.

Christina Metcalf

Wednesday, November 19, 2025
A Small Business Survival Guide for the Holidays

The holiday season can feel like a balancing act on a tightrope. But small, intentional habits can be the secret weapon that helps businesses thrive, not just survive. This week’s blog breaks down practical ways to keep momentum through the chaos and enter the new year stronger than ever.

Christina Metcalf

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