North Country Chamber- Management Training Series: Motivating, Coaching, and Mentoring for Performance - August 11th! "Coaching employees, rather than just managing them, is the key to employee retention and satisfaction. This session will provide an overview of coaching and mentoring, and how motivation can be used to enhance the process. We will explore why coaching works, and you will learn how to design a coaching plan for each one of your employees. Most importantly, you

Here are some resources from OSHA: -OSHA Heat Illness Prevention Campaign video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kr2ouLj1oW0 -Working Safely in Hot Weather https://www.osha.gov/Publications/OSHA3975.pdf -OSHA’s Water. Rest. Shade. page https://www.osha.gov/heat/ -Occupational Heat Exposure page https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/heatstress/ OSHA’s On-Site Consultation Program https://www.osha.gov/smallbusiness/ OSHA Training Institute Education Centers https://www.osha.gov/otiec/

"The Paycheck Protection Program resumed accepting applications July 6, 2020, at 9:00 AM EDT in response to President signing the program's extension legislation. The new deadline to apply for a Paycheck Protection Program loan is August 8, 2020." More information available here: https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options/paycheck-protection-program #SBA #PPP #PaycheckProtectionProgram #WorkplaceResources

"Protect Yourself Against a Cyberattack Keep software and operating systems up-to-date. Use strong passwords and two-factor authentication (two methods of verification). Watch for suspicious activity. When in doubt, don't click. Do not provide personal information. Use encrypted (secure) internet communications. Create backup files. Protect your home and/or business WiFi network. Go to https://www.ready.gov/cybersecurity to learn more!" (Shared from Albany County, NY's recent

North Country Chamber of Commerce July 9th Webinar - Updates to the Paycheck Protection Program: New Rules and Forgiveness Applications "The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Flexibility Act, which was signed into law on June 5, 2020, made a number of changes to the PPP including extending the period businesses can utilize funds and receive forgiveness, allowing for a greater portion of the loan to be utilized on non-payroll expenses, and much more. The North Country Chamber

"In response to increased rates of COVID-19 transmission in certain states within the United States, and to protect New York’s successful containment of COVID-19, the State has joined with New Jersey and Connecticut in jointly issuing a travel advisory for anyone returning from travel to states that have a significant degree of community-wide spread of COVID-19." More details: https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-travel-advisory Interim Guidance for Quarantine Restricti

"As companies navigate an unprecedented business climate, leadership is more crucial than ever. Every industry has been disrupted and faces unique challenges getting back to business. In this virtual event, we will hear from a panel of business leaders about their plans to reopen the economy and return to work." Register for free! #AlbanyBusinessReview #ABRStraightTalk #RoadmapToRecovery #COVID19Resources #CoronavirusResources #WorkplaceResources #BusinessResources

Brad Simon from D A Collins will be doing a demonstration showcasing software that his company has been utilizing to help manage new challenges due to COVID 19. PRESENTATION TO FEATURE: Safety 101.com and 123formbuilder.com Register here! #DigSafely #VirtualMeeting #Safety101 #123FormBuilder #WorkplaceResources

"At least 30 states are reporting spikes in fatal opioid overdoses and ongoing concern about mental illness or substance use disorders, all in connection with COVID-19.[i] To help employers address these interconnected issues, the National Safety Council (NSC) is calling on employers to prioritize employee stress, emotional and mental health both now and as they return employees to traditional work environments. Additionally, NSC warns employers that they must prepare for an

http://www.wcb.ny.gov/content/main/TheBoard/covid-19-workers-compensation-q-a-june-2020.pdf #WCB #NYSResources #COVID19Resources #CoronavirusResources #WorkersCompResources #WorkersCompensation #WorkersCompensationResources #WorkplaceResources

North Country Chamber of Commerce Lunch & Learn: Returning to Work & Showing Up As The Inspirational Leader You Are - Tomorrow, June 4th! "Join the North Country Chamber of Commerce and guest speaker, Gabrielle Theresa, Holistic Life, Career, and Leadership Coach, for Information & Conversation. During this webinar, we will provide you with the resources and strategy to build your confidence and leadership skills through these times of change. Topics to be Covered: How to Ins

"TANY’s Virtual Call on Washington event is a great opportunity for TANY members to participate in meetings with New York’s congressional delegation without having to travel to Washington, D.C. Priority topics to be covered during the virtual meetings will include status of the Trusted Traveler Program in New York, infrastructure investment, increasing liability protections, and workforce development. Registration for the event is free of charge to TANY members. Once register

Bringing your Workforce Back: Employment Law and Practical Considerations - North Country Chamber of Commerce Webinar - May 27th! "Join the North Country Chamber of Commerce and guest speaker, Jaci Kelleher, of Stafford Owens Law Firm, for a webinar that will help answer the legal and safety questions that you may have or been asked regarding reopening your business. Topics to be covered: Safely bringing employees back to work Prepping your workspace to safely welcome the pub

Viewable here! #SBA #PPP #LoanForgiveness #WorkplaceResources #CoronavirusResources #COVID19Resources

https://www.osha.gov/news/newsreleases/national/05052020 #OSHA #WorkplaceSafety #RespiratorSafety #WorkplaceResources #VPP #RespiratorUse #CoronavirusResources #COVID19Resources #OSHANewsRelease

Link to NYS DOL resources: https://dol.ny.gov/unemployment/employer-unemployment-insurance-information View the Unemployment Insurance Employer Guide. #UnemploymentInsurance #EmployerResources #WorkplaceResources #UnemploymentResources #NYSDOL

"NESCA member Fretto Industrial Cleaning has been providing Covid-19 Disinfection Services to a variety of business since the pandemic started. Their goal is to help ensure a safe work environment for their employees so they can continue to be productive and safe. Fretto Industrial Cleaning is offering this service to NESCA members at a discounted rate. Please see the attached flyer for more details or contact them by phone at 518-466-6244, or email Joe Monahan at jmonahan@fr

North Country Chamber of Commerce Small Business Administration Webinar: Information on Federal Assistance Programs - Friday, April 17th - 10:30 am "Information and your questions on the EIDL and PPP answered! The North Country Chamber of Commerce and SCORE will be hosting a webinar/call on Friday, April 17th at 10:30am to discuss the following federal assistance programs: Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) Program EIDL Cash Advance Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Staff f

April 9, 2020 - 10:00AM - 11:15AM "The North Country Chamber of Commerce is hosting a conversation with Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, State Senator Betty Little, and Assemblyman Billy Jones this Thursday, April 9th from 10:00AM -11:15AM. Our elected officials will be updating us on our current environment and what the Federal and State Governments are doing to address the situation. In order to properly facilitate this discussion, please click the button below and enter any q

"The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the "FFCRA"), signed by President Trump on March 18, 2020, provides small and midsize employers refundable tax credits that reimburse them, dollar-for-dollar, for the cost of providing paid sick and family leave wages to their employees for leave related to COVID-19..." Get resources here: https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/covid-19-related-tax-credits-for-required-paid-leave-provided-by-small-and-midsize-businesses-faqs #CoronavirusRes