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Your Chamber Leaders Officers Chairman

Anthony Mougianis Apollo Professional Cleaning

First Vice Chair Ross Gallabrese

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Treasurer

BJ Nurczyk D’Anniballe & Co., CPA’s

Board Members Mike Florak Franciscan University of Steubenville Robert Gribben, III Grae-Con Construction David Werkin Trinity Health System Evan Scurti Jefferson County Port Authority Robert Naylor Attorney, Barium & Chemicals Co. Inc. Chris Orris Valley Hospice - Ambassador Club Chairman James Emmerling Em-Media Inc. Melony McBride First National Bank Pam Thomas McCauslen’s Florist

Dave Mosti Mosti Funeral Home

Staff Tricia Maple-Damewood President Joy Grimm Accounting & Administrative Coordinator Geena Diomedi Administrative Assistant

Chamber quarterly recap includes contest winner announcement

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CONTEST WINNER — Tricia-Maple Damewood, left, executive director of the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce, presents Karen Dobzynski with her winnings from the “Buy Local” receipt conest

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¯ Jan. 12: Karen Dobzynski from Steubenville was the grand prize winner in the Chamber’s “Buy Local” receipt contest. Participants logged their local spending from Nov. 1 through

Christmas Day. For every $50 spent in Jefferson County, they received an entry in the drawing. Karen was awarded $500 cash, compliments of the Chamber. Thanks to all who participated and supported

our local businesses during the 2017 holiday season. And remember to “think local first” year-round!

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Thanks to those involved in ChamberĘźs trade fair

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t was a great night of networking, music and food at St. Florian Hall as the Chamber hosted its annual Investor-toInvestor Trade Fair on Jan. 29. More than 150 exhibitors and guests were in attendance and enjoyed a great spread of food, door prizes and a live broadcast from 106.3 The River. A big thank you to the 2018 exhibitors: • A&B Sunset Pharmacy • Advanced Entertainment Limousine • Apollo Professional Cleaning and Restoration • AT&T on Sunset • Austin Lakes Inc. • Best Western Plus,

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the Inn at Franciscan Square • Gary W. Cain Realtors and Auctioneers • Capital Health Care Network — Carriage Inn of Steubenville • Capital Health Home Care • Capital Healthcare Network — Gables Care Center • Coleman Professional Services • Colonial Heights, UMH Properties Inc. • Consumers National Bank • Creative Carpet and Flooring by Meg • Designer Kitchens • Diamond Insurance — Nationwide • Eastern Gateway Community College • Em-Media Inc. • Franciscan University of Steubenville graduate school • Indian Creek Local School District Board of Education • Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce • Jefferson County

Joint Vocational School • Jefferson County Veterans Service Commission • The Laurels of Steubenville • Life Vantage • McDonnell Chiropractic • Millseon Insurance Agency LLC • Nelson’s of Steubenville • One Valley Health Center • PNC Park • Performa Innovative Services • Renee’s Confections • ReSo Inc. • Schuetz Funeral Home • Sienna Skilled Nursing and Rehab • Softite Community Federal Credit Union • The Ridgefield Group • Trinity WorkCare • Urban Mission Ministries Inc. • Valley Hospice Inc. • Vapor Jet • Water Transport • WCDK-FM • WTOV-TV

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very week in its member newsletter, In The Know, the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce partners with the Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County to recommend great books about business to its members.

These books cover a wide range of topics, but they’re all chosen to help the Chamber’s members improve and enrich how they approach both their personal and their professional lives.

Here are some of the books the Chamber has recommended to its members in the last few months. Each is available for digital or hardcopy checkout at the Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County.

≤ “Get Better: 15 Proven Practices to Build Effective Relationships at Work,� by Todd Davis FranklinCovey’s Chief People Officer Todd Davis explains that an organization’s greatest asset isn’t its people; rather, it’s the rela-

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A HELPING HAND — Longtime Ambassador Jen Cesta of the Public Librar y of Steubenville and Jefferson County helped to staff out at the Chamber’s door prize table at the Investor-to-Investor event.

tionships between its people that is the greatest predictor of personal effectiveness. In the end, the ability of employees to build and sustain great relationships is an organization’s ultimate competitive advantage. A practical guide for anyone looking to create a competitive advantage in any size and type of organization by building effective relationships—from the performance improvement experts at FranklinCovey. ≤ “Your Best Year Ever,�

by Michael Hyatt New York Times bestselling author and America’s mentor offers a researchdriven, field-tested system for setting and achieving your professional, relational, financial, spiritual, and intellectual goals in order to have your best year ever.

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Jefferson County Chamber Calendar of Events: April, May, June

Small Business Start Up Class Do you have an idea for a business but are not sure where to start? Or are you in the early stages of operating your own business but could use some guidance? If any of these apply, the Chamber has a great opportunity for you. Led by Joe Belinsky, business adviser for Ohio Small Business Development Centers, this workshop will present an overview of issues related to starting and operating a business, including business and financial planning, market demand, financing and more.

Date: Wednesday, April 4 Time: 10 a.m. to noon Location: Jefferson County Chamber Offices 630 Market St., Steubenville Please use rear entrance Price: $30 Chamber Members; $40 Non-Chamber Members Register in advance by calling (740) 282-6226 or e-mailing info@jeffersoncountychamber.com.

CPR/AED/First Aid Training Class Led by Chief Clark Crago of TEMS Joint Ambulance District, this course will prepare attendees to recognize and care for a variety of first aid, breathing and cardiac emergencies involving adults, children and infants. It also meets OSHA work place requirements, and for members of the Jefferson County Safety Council, it will count as one of the 10 required meetings for the Safety Council year.

Chamber and Non-Chamber attendees are welcome.

Date: Thursday, April 12 Time: 4 p.m. to approximately 7 p.m.

Location: Jefferson County Chamber Offices 630 Market St., Steubenville Price: Chamber Members: $55; Non-Members: $75

Chamber forms new committees for 2018

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Space is limited. Please RSVP by April 6. For information, call Joy Grimm at (740) 282-6226 or email jgrimm@jeffersoncountychamber.com.

2018 Quarterly Workshop Series Marketing 101 This three-hour session is for anyone, from new business owners or managers to long-timers who have been at it for years. From non-profits and educational institutions to restaurants, retailers or contractors, all attendees will walk away with solid, doable strategies and useful information. The workshop will start with a brief informational session, then move on to casual “table talks” that will allow you to ask questions and talk face-to-face with marketing professionals and other business owners just like you.

Date: Thursday, April 26 Time: 9 a.m. to noon Location: Jefferson County Chamber Offices 630 Market St., Steubenville Price: $30 Chamber members; Non-Members: $45 To RSVP, e-mail Geena Diomedi at gdiomedi@jeffersoncountychamber.com.

32nd-Annual Chamber Golf Classic Date: Tuesday, May 22 Time: 8:30 a.m. Registration; 10 a.m. Shotgun Start Location: Steubenville Country Club Price: $500 per foursome, which includes golf, cart, box lunch, all-day beverages and a steak dinner.

Sponsorship and volunteer opportunities available. Space is limited. Please call (740) 282-6226 or e-mail info@jeffersoncountychamber.com

ommittees have long been an important part of the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce.

Some have been in place for many years and others have been formed to tackle a specific issue or project.

2018 marks the launch of a new, revamped list of committees that were formed based on Chamber members’ input, a great deal of research, feedback from other chambers and an overall goal of having relevant, important issues and topics addressed on a regular basis. This is the place where local businesses can put their passion, interests and expertise to good use and truly get engaged in the chamber and business communities. The goal isn’t to add another meeting to your schedule, but to bring together committed, working groups who set goals, large and small, and see those goals through to completion.

If you are interested in serving on one of these committees or if you have any questions about these committees, e-mail Tricia Maple, Chamber president at Tmaple@jeffersoncountychamber.com.

We look forward to your input and energy as the new committees come together. ¯ Work Force Training and Education: Jefferson County’s future hinges on being able to supply a quality, educated workforce for all employers, current and prospective. Programming beginning in local high schools or earlier and continuing through the county’s community college or university is key to this success.

This committee will gather educators, business leaders and all who play a role in creating, growing and educating a strong work force.

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Welcome Returning Chamber Members ≤ A Child’s Place CASA Ltd. ≤ A.A.S.R. Valley of Steubenville ≤ Air Excellence ≤ AMVETS Post 275 – Raymond A. Vallera Memorial ≤ Angel Nails & Spa ≤ AT&T on Sunset ≤ Bates Brothers Amusement Co. ≤ Blackie & Son Excavating & Paving ≤ Buckeye Security & Investigations LLC ≤ Cambridge Home Health Care ≤ Carter Healthcare ≤ The Center of Music & Art ≤ Certwood LTD ‘ODC’ Ohio Distribution Center ≤ Checker Transportation ≤ Clause, Joseph DDS ≤ Colonial Heights/UMH Properties, Inc. ≤ Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley ≤ Corabi, Joseph M. ≤ Crestview Veterinary Clinic ≤ Crossroads Christian Church ≤ Crystal Clear Window & Gutter Cleaning LLC ≤ Daily Insurance Agency ≤ Dee Jay’s BBQ Ribs & Grille ≤ The Dove Restaurant ≤ Esquire Cleaners LLC ≤ Finishing Touches with Jenn Cesta ≤ Florak, Dr. Edward ≤ Fort Steuben Maintenance, Inc. ≤ Franciscan University of Steubenville Graduate School ≤ Friendship Park Board of Commissioners ≤ Gast, Jerry A. Insurance & Financial Services

≤ Harrison County Board of Developmental Disabilities ≤ Harrison Metropolitan Housing Authority ≤ Heritage Complete Home Care ≤ Historic Fort Steuben & Visitor Center ≤ Iggy’s Pizza & Pasta Inc. ≤ J. Zamberlan & Co. ≤ Jarvis Law Office ≤ Jeffco Workshop Inc. ≤ Jefferson County Community Action Council ≤ Jefferson Landmark, Inc. ≤ JRG Advisors LLC ≤ Kline Home Exteriors ≤ The Laurels of Steubenville ≤ Lauttamus Communications Inc. ≤ Luckino, Frank Jr. ≤ Maryland Market ≤ Mattern Tire Ltd. ≤ MB Office & More ≤ McCauslen’s Florists, Inc. ≤ McDonnell Chiropractic ≤ Ms. Brenda’s Cafe ≤ Muxie Distributing Co. ≤ Nelson Fine Art & Gifts ≤ North American Service Group ≤ Ohio Midland Newsgroup ≤ Ohio River Valley Council Boy Scouts of America ≤ Ohio Valley Music Guild ≤ Ohio Valley Youth Network ≤ P.S. Marketing, Inc. ≤ Payroll Plus ≤ People Ready ≤ The Peoples National Bank

≤ Petrella Wealth Management LLC ≤ Pierce Media ≤ Prichard Consulting LLC ≤ Professional Lawn & Landscape LLC ≤ Professional Tire and Alignment ≤ R & L Construction Inc. ≤ Richard Sherrin & Associates, CPA ≤ Riley Petroleum Products LLC ≤ Rocco Boniey Associates Inc. ≤ Schrickel Health & Wellness Center ≤ Sienna Skilled Nursing & Rehab ≤ Sleep Outfitters ≤ Softite Community Federal Credit Union ≤ Starvaggi Industries Inc. ≤ STAT MedEvac ≤ Steel Valley Emergency Physicians LLC ≤ Steubenville Dialysis — DaVita ≤ Steubenville Pharmacy Service Inc. ≤ Steubenville Truck Center ≤ City of Steubenville ≤ Super Mail Inc. ≤ TEMS Joint Ambulance District ≤ Tri-State Maintenance & Janitorial Services ≤ TS Electric ≤ US Bank ≤ Valley Eye Care Inc. ≤ Value Leader Pharmacy ≤ Village Sleep Center ≤ Wal-Mart Supercenter No. 2193 ≤ Weldon Trucking ≤ West End Excavating Inc. ≤ Wheelhouse Creative LLC ≤ WTRF-TV

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hamber president Tricia Maple-Damewood recently attended an annual conference sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Ohio in Columbus.

The event brought together over 100 chamber executives from

throughout the state for a three-day event filled with networking, workshops and presentations. Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted gave the opening remarks, noting his former position as a chamber of commerce executive in Dayton, and touching on the goals of his

office for the coming years, in addition to the changes he has made to make it more business-friendly and efficient.

“This is great way to see what other Ohio chambers are working on and meet lots of people who will be helpful resources down the road,”

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“There is no better way to benchmark our chamber and ensure that we’re working on

what we should be working on than to hear from others in the industry,” Maple said.

“Our chamber already has programs and events in place that are the result of learning about them from a fellow chamber at a conference and more are on the horizon.”

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Chamber to host its second-annual trip abroad

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he Chamber’s inaugural trip to Prague, Vienna and Budapest in the summer of 2017 was a globetrotting success, and its 2018 excursion is shaping up to be the same. There are still spots available for “Shades of Ireland”, departing Sept. 3.

This 10-day trip, guided by worldrenowned Collette Travel, hits all of the must-

Committees ¯ Oil and Gas Committee: Helps chamber members and the local business community stay informed and up-tospeed on state and local oil and gas industry happenings. The committee is aware of job and business opportunities and works to help businesses and residents take advantage of those opportunities. ¯ Advocacy Committee: The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce is the only entity in the county that represents businesses of all sizes, industries and stages of development.

This committee ensures the Chamber is acting on behalf of its mem-

see stops including Dublin, the Cliffs of Mohr, the Blarney Castle, the House of Waterford Crystal, and more.

Prices start at just $3,599 per person for double occupancy and include 13 meals, roundtrip air from Pittsburgh International Airport, lodging, taxes, and fees.

Last year’s travelers gave rave reviews about the experience, praising everything from the

bers and helps research and address issues with elected officials and key policy makers that may affect the local business climate. It also addresses issues or concerns that could affect the perception of Jefferson County as a prime place to locate and grow a business and attract new talent for our current employers. ¯ Retail and Restauant Committee: Works to promote the local retail and dining community, develop programs to encourage local spending and prevent out-shopping and improve on local businesses’ customer service. The committee also

organization and service Collette provided to the food and special events they enjoyed. They especially valued the freedom to stay with the large group, if they chose, or enjoy the sites on their own.

The trip also makes a great retirement gift.

Do you have a valued employee who’s retiring soon and you’re looking for a way to honor their years of service to your

is involved with and assists with Chamber programming such as the “Shift Your Shopping” holiday programs and Small Business Saturday. ¯ Veteran, Female and Minority-Owned Business Committee: Addresses the challenges and opportunities that surround businesses that are veteran, female or minority owned. The committee stays informed on federal, state and local programming that may be available and promotes awareness throughout the Chamber membership and the local community. ¯ Southern Business

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Contact the Chamber at (740) 282-6226 for details.

Committee: Addresses issues specific to businesses located in the southern part of the county, including, but not limited to, Mingo Junction, Rayland, Tiltonsville, Yorkville, Mount Pleasant and Adena. The committee promotes and informs the Chamber membership and the local community about businesses in these areas through programs and outreach projects. ¯ Northern Business Committee: Addresses issues specific to businesses located in the northern part of the county, including, but not limited to, Toronto, Empire, Stratton and

Richmond. The committee promotes and informs the Chamber membership and local community about businesses in these areas through programs and outreach projects. ¯Ambassador Club: This volunteer arm of the Chamber supports programming and events through hands-on assistance, in addition to working on membership retention and member recruitment. It also sponsors an annual scholarship funded by the Burger Bash, a favorite Chamber summertime event. Space is limited on the Ambassador Club roster and applications are accept-

Continued from Page 4 ed through the club chairperson. ¯ Young Professional:This “under 30” group will support and assist with Chamber projects and initiatives as they network, grow and get involved in the local business community.

They will be a sounding board and resource for new ideas and projects as they help the Chamber attract and retain new talent to the area.

Members are sponsored by a Chamber member business and pay an annual fee to participate. Space is limited with prospective members completing a short application and questionnaire.

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health care, manufacturing, police and public safety, public employers, restaurant and food service, transportation and trucking, trash collection, wholesale and retail.

In Memory of… ¯ On Jan. 12, the Ohio Valley lost one of the most respected members of our community, George Creegan.

According to WTOV-TV, Creegan, known to a generation of area children as the co-host of “Creegan and Crow,” diedat Pines Rehabilitation Center in Canton following a long illness.

He and his wife, JoAnn, also achieved international acclaim for the puppets and animatronics they sold through the Creegan Co., which was prominently situated in Steubenville. According to the Herald-Star, “The family’s Washington Street-based firm was known for providing holiday displays and animated characters to businesses around the world.” Creegan also was an advocate for the arts, particularly opera and classical music, and an amateur Egyptologist. “Mr. Creegan, his family and his business were all such an important part of Steubenville’s history, especially its business history,” Tricia MapleDamewood, president of the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce, said. “They helped gain nationwide attention for our area and their products and store brought a lot of positive energy to downtown.” The Chamber will greatly miss this leading light in our community. Our prayers and best wishes are with Creegan’s family.

Hats Off! ¯ Jan. 20: It was the end of an era for local journalism as Dave Gossett, longtime reporter

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According to Ross Gallabrese, the executive editor of the newspaper, Dave proved himself to be a versatile community journalist during his decade with the newspaper and was the kind of “reporter who can handle any type of story he is assigned or comes across. His beat was always covered — there was not too much that happened in the city that he was not aware of, and his coverage of local government activities has been second to none. His versatility, however, was always on display. If it was a feature story or a business story, Dave knew just how to approach the subject.” The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate Dave on his many contributions to the local community and for diligently enriching our knowledge of the Ohio Valley and all that has happened here. Best wishes for a happy and healthy

retirement, Dave! ¯ Jan. 31: The Ohio Bureau of Worker’s Compensation, in conjunction with ActiveHealth Management, held a free, no-obligation informational presentation at Eastern Gateway Community College in Founder’s Hall to discuss its new health and well-being program, “Better You, Better Ohio!” The program helps Ohio employers with 50 or fewer employees in certain industries launch a comprehensive wellness program with no cost to them or their employees to join. This new program brings employees a wealth of health and well-being resources, including: a snapshot of their current health related issues; simple, convenient digital tools to utilize; lifestyle and conditioning coaching; a 24hour nurse hotline. Participating industries include: Agriculture, repair and service, construction, firefighters,

¯ Feb. 3: Franciscan University of Steubenville and the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce once again partnered for the Third-Annual Hank Kuzma Community Day. Kuzma was an important and exceptional part of both the university and the Chamber of Commerce families for many years, and this event brought together his family, university students and staff and the local community to

honor him. The ladies’ and men’s basketball games that day, in which they challenged the Hilbert College Hawks, were enjoyed from the beautiful Baron Room overlooking the basketball courts in the Finnegan Field House. Tickets were on the house and compliments of Franciscan University’s athletic department. The event was sponsored by Apollo Pro Cleaning & Restoration, EM-Media and Trinity Health System. ¯ March 23: The 2018 Tri-State Home & Garden Show kicked off with a complimentary “Business After Hours,” sponsored by Wheel-

Continued from Page 2 house Creative and Piergallini Catering at St. Florian Hall in Wintersville. Co-sponsored by the Weirton Area Chamber of Commerce, this three-day event was a great opportunity for businesses to put their name in front of literally thousands of attendees.

Last year, more than 4,000 attendees came out to gather information and meet local businesses, ranging from homerelated products and services to financial institutions, computer and WiFi services, and more. Furthermore, the Home & Garden Show was a great first-quarter advertising and promotional tool for businesses and organizations of any size or type.

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Chamber Workshops for 2018 Regardless of size or industry, just about any business struggles to keep up with its marketing and promotional efforts. Whether print, radio, television, direct mail or the ever-changing social media platforms, it’s extremely difficult to tend to the daily tasks at your business while trying to get the word out about your products and services in an efficient, effective and affordable way.

The Chamber is here to help with the first in its series of 2018 quarterly workshops called “Marketing 101.� It will be held on Thursday, April 26, at the YWCA in downtown Steubenville.

This three-hour session is for anyone, from new business owners or managers to long-timers who have been at it for years. From nonprofits and educational institutions to restaurants, retailers or contractors, all attendees will walk away with solid, doable strategies and useful information. We’ll start things off with brief informational sessions, then move on to casual “table talks� that will allow you to ask ques-

tions and talk face-to- face with marketing professionals and other business owners just like you.

Some of the topics covered will be: ÂŻ Advertising basics: print, radio, television, direct mail, billboard and social media. ÂŻ How to write a press release. ÂŻ Creating a working marketing calendar. ÂŻ Customer service basics — how to carry your marketing message through to the actual shopping experience. ÂŻ The three “must-havesâ€? and how to get them: A basic, attractive website; a quality marketing piece — postcard, brochure or flier; and a professional logo.

The cost is just $30 per person for Chamber members and $45 for nonmembers. Space is limited. Please -mail Geena Diomedi at gdiomedi@jeffersoncountychamber.com to reserve your space. Make 2018 the year that you put an efficient, results-driven marketing plan in place that works for your business.

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Green started her first online business at the age of 20. She knows what it’s like to be an ambitious and creative woman with big dreams and huge determination, but she also knows the challenges of starting and running a business, including the fears, confusion, and overwhelming roadblocks that entrepreneurs face. ≤ “When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing,” by Daniel H. Pink Everyone knows that timing is everything.

But we don’t know much about timing itself. Our lives are a never-ending stream of “when” decisions: When to start a business, schedule a class or get serious about a person. Yet we make those decisions based on intuition and guesswork. Timing, it’s often

assumed, is an art, but Pink shows that timing is really a science.

Drawing on a rich trove of research from psychology, biology, and economics, Pink reveals how best to live, work, and succeed. ≤ “Treating People Well: The Extraordinary Power of Civility at Work and in Life,”

by Lea Berman and Jeremy Bernard A guide to personal and professional empowerment through civility and social skills, written by two White House social secretaries who offer an important fundamental message: everyone is important and everyone deserves to be treated well. ≤ “Culture Code: The Secrets of Highly Successful Groups,” by Daniel Coyle Where does great culture come from?

How do you build and sustain it in your group or strengthen a culture that needs fixing?

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— and reveals what makes them tick. He demystifies the culture-building process by identifying three key skills that generate cohesion and cooperation and explain how diverse groups learn to function with a single mind. ≤ “The Road to Reinvention: How to Drive Disruption and Accelerate Transformation,”

by Josh Linkner Companies, communities and individuals fail for many reasons, but one of the most common — and easily avoidable — is the failure to reinvent. When people and organizations rest on prior suc-

cesses rather than driving purposeful transformation, they discover too late that they have lost their market position altogether to competitors and external forces.

Venture capitalist and serial entrepreneur Josh Linkner identifies six elements in any business that are ripe for reinvention and shares examples, methods and step-by-step techniques for creating deliberate, productive disruption. ≤ “You Said What?!

The Biggest Communication Mistakes Professionals Make,” by Kim Zoller and Kerry Preston

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Continued from Page 3 Many professionals make common communication mistakes that detract from their image and hamper the clear delivery of their intended message.

Ordinary pitfalls, such as interrupting, reacting without planning what to say, or not being aware of your image, may be holding you back professionally.

Communications experts Kim Zoller and Kerry Preston identify the 16 worst communication blunders, tell you how to correct or avoid them, answer recurring questions and offer goal-planning strategies you can incorporate into your daily schedule.

John Quinones to appear as Speaker Series guest

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n April 19, the Herald-Star Speaker Series, presented by Trinity Health System and Eastern Gateway Community College, will present the next installment of its popular speaker series. The 2018 featured guest is John Quinones. Quinones has worked at ABC News for more than 30 years and is the host and creator of the television show “What Would You Do?,” the highly rated, hidden-camera ethical news magazine. He will share his many years of covering national news for a major television network and challenge everyone in attendance to examine the “whatwould-you-do” moments we face every day.

The event will take place from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Lanman Hall at

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o you feel as if your smartphone has taken over your life?

Does it sometimes feel like a third appendage?

What about your tablet?

Or your laptop? Sometimes, even the good, ol’ Desktop feels more like a monster than the

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• W HAT : Herald-Star Speaker Series, Presented by Trinity Health System and Eastern Gateway Community College.

• W HO: John Quinones, moderator of the ABC series “What Would You Do?” • W HEN, W HER E: 7:30 p.m., April 19, Catholic Central High School.

• R ESER V ED SEAT T IC K ETS: $20 in advance, $25 at the door (if available).

• V IP PA C KA GE: Includes admission to a private reception that will run from 5 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. at Catholic Central High School; a selection of beer, wine and hors d’oeurvres; the opportunity to meet Quinones and have a photograph taken with him; a copy of the book “What Would You Do?”; a pass for reserved parking; preferred seating for the presentation. Price — $125 per couple, $75 for a single seat.

John Quinones Catholic Central High School in Steubenville.

Reserved seat tickets are $20 and preferred seat tickets are $40.

There will be a private VIP reception with Mr. Quinones from 5 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Tickets for the VIP event are available at $75 for individuals and $125 for couples.

The number of VIP tickets available is limited to ensure an intimate atmosphere for the reception.

For information, contact Diana Brown at the Herald Star offices at (740) 283-4711 or e-mail her at dbrown@heraldstaronli ne.com.

mountain of paperwork teetering precariously at the edge of our desks.

According to a 2015 article in Fast Company, the consequences of being constantly connected actually go deeper than you may expect.

“Results from the few studies that have been

done are troubling.

Social media appears to promote narcissism, smartphones could be causing insomnia, and screens seem to be making our kids less empathetic.”

If you catch yourself yearning for the days of low- or no-tech, then you might be a candidate for digital detox. Going on a digital detox, Fast Company explains, can actually have numerous benefits, including better posture, deeper friendships, engaging and memorable conversations, improved memory, and more efficient sleep.

Implementing a digital detox does take some planning, Forbes recent-

• P R EF ER R ED T IC KET : Includes preferred seating to the presentation, a copy of the book “What Would You Do?” and the opportunity to be among the first people to meet Quinones after the presentation. Price — $40.

• F OR I NF OR M ATI ON OR T O P UR C HA SE T IC K ETS: Call Diana Brown at (740) 283-4711.

• SP ONSOR S: Trinity Health System, Eastern Gateway Community College, Franciscan University of Steubenville, Cattrell Cos. Inc., the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce and WTRF-TV. Special support is provided by the Inn at Franciscan Square, Piergallini Catering, Catholic Central High School, Newbrough Photo and Hertz-Thrifty Car Rental.

Isnʼt it time for a ʻDigital Detox?ʼ

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ly explained. “There are plenty of places that specialize in providing these kinds of technology-free retreats, and while you don’t necessarily have to go through an organized trip to do it, this does help to ensure you go through with it. If the detox is pre-arranged for you, and you’re put in a situation with others who are in the same boat — you’re less likely to fail.”

But if an actual detox retreat is a little unrealistic from a money or time management standpoint, you can still take some simple steps to make your work place a more personal, lowertech environment.

¯ Check e-mail at the top of the hour only, rather than when they come in. This not only reduces screen time, but it increases efficiency since you are less likely to get sidetracked by something you find out about in an e-mail. ¯ Only view Facebook notifications on your lunch hour. It’s a fine line to walk between personal and business accounts to begin with.

By limiting when you look, you’re less likely to post something you’ll regret later. ¯ Brainstorm with coworkers rather than immediately heading to Pinterest. Face-to-face interaction is still the

best way to create a sense of camaraderie and company loyalty. ¯ Make your meetings tech-free by implementing a “no cell phone” rule. Nothing is ruder than being on your phone during a meeting. It’s offensive to those who are speaking or presenting and doesn’t do much for your professional reputation when others witness it.

Don’t get us wrong.

Smartphone technology is amazing. As with everything else in life, however, mastering that technology, instead of being ruled by it, is the key to making it work for you instead of against you.

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