During the past six months, the Bend Chamber conducted a “three-horizon” survey of more than 160 business leaders in the Bend area. The survey asked what is influencing business today, what assumptions they are predicting for 10 years out, and how they will track progress between now and then.
Question: I’ve been thinking about creating a natural beverages business. I will be working alone, part time, and don’t anticipate having employees. What are my business-structure options? A: Congratulations on thinking through your new business! The structure...
Nearly 90% of U.S. job seekers say they’ve worked a side hustle with 41% admitting to double dipping on the clock either part-time (24%) or full-time (20%). While employers are concerned about workers' divided attention, 50% say their company has no code of conduct or...
In the eyes of U.S. hiring managers, workforce productivity is high. But social media trends like “Lazy Girl Jobs” and “Bare Minimum Mondays” could spell trouble as job seekers admit these fads are affecting everything from career development to their mental...
The 2024 Federal Reserve Small Business Credit Survey is open for responses and we’re seeking your help in spreading the word to small businesses you work with. Small businesses are critical to the U.S. economy, but data on small businesses is limited—especially data...
Honesty Crucial for a Productive Workforce—Latest Results from The Harris Poll Honesty in the workplace is critical to almost all U.S. job seekers, as 96% say it’s at least somewhat important they can be honest with new managers, while 36% believe open...
Company-Led Training Top Reskilling Tool—Latest Results from The Harris Poll Increasing headcount through the end of 2024 may not be feasible for some U.S. companies, as 33% of hiring managers say budget constraints or the inability to hire is responsible for...
by Katy Brooks, CEO & President, Bend Chamber Measure 118 is the most misleading measure on this year’s ballot and would be the largest tax increase in Oregon’s history. This so-called “rebate” is actually a massive tax on sales that would ultimately cost Oregon...
A Learning Opportunity for Those Seeking to Foster a Sense of Belonging in Their Workplaces Our businesses, employees, and community will thrive when people feel welcomed and accepted in their workplaces and daily lives. To this end, the BendNEXT...
Earlier this month a broad, bipartisan coalition representing hundreds of large and small businesses, consumers, taxpayers and leading organizations from across Oregon, including the Bend Chamber, announced its formal opposition to a costly ballot proposal to create...
Join us, for an opportunity to connect with fellow experienced insurance brokers and benefits industry professionals. This event is designed to provide you with valuable insights into the latest health benefit plans available to your clients through the BBSI Benefits...
Employers Increasingly Lenient on Attire, Cell Phones and Communication—Latest Results from The Harris Poll A casual work environment, coupled with an emphasis on strong positive company culture, appears to play a major role in ensuring company success and...
However, Employers Encourage Authenticity, Promoting Positive Mental Health—Latest Results from The Harris Poll Although overall company culture has become more casual, 41% of U.S. job seekers still don’t feel comfortable being themselves in the workplace as 79%...
Latest Results from The Harris Poll American employers continue to show interest in hiring college graduates with more than half (55%) planning to hire recent alumni, a positive trend over the past few years, aside from a dip in the first half of 2023. This is...
