Just One Degree Makes the Difference
At the 2008 summer Olympics, Michael Phelps won his seventh gold medal by a fingernail when he touched the wall .01 second before Milorad Cavic. One-hundredth of a second made the difference between a gold and silver medal.

"At 211 degrees, water is hot. At 212 degrees, it boils. And with boiling water, comes steam. And with steam, you can power a train," claims Sam Parker in his book 212: The Extra Degree. Just one degree can make a difference.

Arrive fifteen minutes earlier in the morning to read a few of those industry newsletters in your inbox. Carry a business book so you can grab a few pages when stuck in line or left waiting for a meeting. Eat at your desk one day a week and watch a webinar on social media or search engine optimization.

One degree could make all the difference. Where can you find yours?

Quickbooks Payroll
February 16, 2010, 11:30 am-1:30 pm
Henrico Economic Development Authority
4300 East Parham Road, Henrico, VA 23228
What you need to know about setting up a payroll system and compliance with federal and state tax requirements. Presented by Kelly Garrett, QuickBooks Pro Advisor, Kelly Garrett Consulting. Contact: Jackie Carter (804) 783-9314 Registration fee: $49.00

Business Succession Planning: Unique Value Proposition – How to Close on More Sales
February 24, 2010, 11:30 am-1:30 pm
Chesterfield Department of Economic Development
9401 Courthouse Road, Suite B, Chesterfield VA 223832
Contact: Jackie Carter (804) 783-9314 Registration Fee: $20.00
In the workshop you will learn:
. How to get people to discover the value of doing business with you
. How to differentiate yourself from your competition
. How to be more of a specialist than a generalist
. How to get people to talk about you more often
. How to attract more business
. How to close more sales
Presented by: Jim Roman, CEO, Business Owners Institute

Franchising in Virginia 2010
Tuesday, February 23, 2010, 8:30 am – Noon
The Sheraton Richmond West Hotel, 6224 West Broad Streets, Richmond 23230
Talk to Representatives from Successful Franchises.

Biz Fit 2010 Sessions
February 12, 19, 26 & March 5, 2010, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Greater Richmond Chamber Offices
600 East Main Street, Suite 700, Richmond, VA 23219
Alex DerHovhannessian of Advantage Global solutions, LLC will lead an interactive 4-part seminar series to help your business be all it can in 2010. Seminar content is tailored to entrepreneurs, business owners and corporate leaders and space is limited. Bring your lunch and spend an hour helping your business get the competitive edge it deserves. Register for one or all our "Fit Friday" sessions to learn:
February 12, 2010 >> Session 1: “Breaking the Rules … and Being Successful”
February 19, 2010 >> Session 2: “People, Partnerships, Possibilities”
February 26, 2010 >> Session 3: “Thirty Seconds that Will Change Your Life”
March 5, 2010 >> Session 4: “The TKO Approach to Success”

Killer Play Strategy Sessions: Helping Your Business Get Ahead of the Game
March 25, 2010
The West Cary Group
Killer Play is a new Chamber initiative intended to help small business owners discover the strategies that will take their businesses to the next level. Chamber members are invited to apply for this special opportunity - if chosen, you’ll receive a free group strategy session with nationally recognized consultants. Experts will help define what sets your business apart from the competition and what strategies allow you to become an industry leader. Application deadline is March 4, 2010.

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