The importance of joining a Chamber of Commerce

Chamber of Commerce can be one of the best investments you can have in getting your business visibility. Many people join Chambers thinking that the Chamber will magically refer all traffic to them. It does not work that way. If you want to re coupe your money OR you want to take full advantage of joining the Chamber then you must have a plan.

Before you join a Chamber make sure you do your research. Visit more than a few. Ask around which one has the most members. Visit their luncheons as a guest. Many times guest do not need to pay the luncheon fee.

Once you have narrowed the search to a few then before signing up, have a plan on how you will get visibility. Make sure you attend as many luncheons and mixers and other events for the Chamber.

Get your name in front of the Chamber staff. Sponsor events. Help the Chamber recruit more members.

These are some ways you can really get noticed and take full advantage your membership.