President’s Letter: Embracing the Spirit of April with EFBC
Dear EFBC Members, Spring has sprung in Chicago, bringing with it a sense of renewal and inspiration for all. As we eagerly anticipate the Easter holiday later this week. Several golf courses have already opened!!!! Someone we know is getting… Read more→
Advocacy VS Inquiry: How to Use Them Effectively at Work
Chances are, at some point in your career (maybe even in school), you were probably either told to speak up and voice your opinion more OR to make room for others to speak. Maybe since then you’ve discovered the perfect… Read more→
Safeguarding Your Engine: A White Paper on Key Person Insurance
Key Person Insurance (KPI) offers a powerful risk mitigation tool, providing financial resources to navigate these challenges and ensure business continuity. This white paper explores the different types of KPI, its benefits, implementation considerations, and how it can empower your… Read more→
Which of the 12 competencies of emotional intelligence do leaders need to be successful?
Emotional Intelligence. It’s an essential quality for anyone to have, but it is absolutely vital for leaders in business. Managing teams requires not only managing your own emotional wellbeing, but that of your employees and sometimes your clients, which isn’t… Read more→
Join the Journey: EFBC Committee Opportunities for Every Member
July 2024 marks the beginning of EFBC’s 35th anniversary year. The programming committee is hard at work finalizing the details of our programming plan for next year. We have so many great events in store, and I’m excited to see… Read more→
President’s Letter: The Art of Business Growth
Dear EFBC Members, March brings with it an opportunity for introspection and reflection on our growth strategies and the health of our businesses. Recently, I had the privilege of reading an insightful article in the Harvard Business Review titled “How… Read more→
The Value of Surrounding Yourself with “Like-Minded” People
At this point in your career, you’ve probably heard the advice “surround yourself with like-minded people.” Perhaps you’ve heard this wisdom from a business course or a trusted mentor, or even found it in another online blog — a simple… Read more→
NEW YEAR FINANCIAL CHECKLIST
As changes in your life occur, are you adjusting your financial plan accordingly? Our Strategic Partner Private Vista has put together this 7-point checklist of key areas of your financial life. Take a look and see if you are ready… Read more→
President’s Letter: A Call to Action and Sneak Peek of What’s to Come
EFBC members, as we journey through February, it’s the perfect time to start activating the processes and strategies we set in motion during January’s goal-setting frenzy. Understand that setting ambitious goals is just the first step. Execution is where the… Read more→
2024 Financial Outlook Key Takeaways
The EFBC recently held a finance seminar with the collaboration of our Strategic Partners and experts from Private Vista sharing their expert insights on the financial market landscape for 2024. This blog post will highlight the key takeaways from the… Read more→