Things to Know: Weekly Updates

Every Monday we share a list of business things you need to know this week. We cover everything from HR issues to tourism trends. If you're not already subscribed, sign up for our Monday morning email newsletter for a quick wrap-up of Chamber and community news.

October 8

• Governor signs new employment laws for 2019 - HR Watchdog
• The words and phrases to use - and to avoid - when talking to customers - Harvard Business Review
• Why perks aren't the answer to employee retention problems - CNN Business
• Let word-of-mouth ignite your marketing fire - Smart Company
• How to lead your business through its tricky adolescence - Inc.
• 9 accounting tasks you should do every day - Business News Daily
• Facebook was hacked -- 3 things you should do after the breach - The New York Times

October 1

• How to get a small business expansion loan - U.S. News & World Report
• Crowdfunding: what is it, when small businesses can use it, and when it doesn't make sense - Small Business Trends
• Study: one size fits all approach to independent contractors ignores value to CA economy - CalChamber
• In-depth look: joint-employer standard and liability under CA law - HR Watchdog
• How to strengthen your reputation as an employer - Harvard Business Review
• 96% of U.S. professionals say they need flexibility, but only 47% have it - Harvard Business Review

September 24

• 3 tips to have better conversations - The New York Times
• Governor signs CalChamber-supported bill protecting businesses from lawsuits - CalChamber
• California makes people ask for straws, sodas with kid meals - U.S. News
• Why the Cottage Food Law is a game changer for talented home cooks - LAist
• Business community leadership is critical for a healthy environment - U.S. Chamber of Commerce
• Updated FCRA form for background checks must be used starting sept. 21 - HR Watchdog
• Don't let technology leave you behind - SBDC webinar - Oct. 10
• Eastern Sierra Capital Summit - SBDC conference - Oct. 18