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Frankfort Business
A publication of the Frankfort Chamber of Commerce
“When you plan your week,
make it a point to schedule
time with your family and
friends, and activities that
help you recharge. Doing
hobbies, traveling etc...”
February 2015
Work-Life Balance
Work-Life Balance is the idea that a person’s life outside of work is just as important as their
working life and that the time a person spends working should be balanced by time spent doing
things such as spending time with friends and family, keeping fit, doing hobbies, traveling etc.
On the plus side of work-life balance, the idea of work-life balance does bring attention to the
fact that being a workaholic slave is detrimental to a person’s physical and mental well-being;
socializing, physical activity, and being with friends and family are all activities that contribute
to being healthier and happier. On the minus side of work-life balance is the assumption that
work is some sort of drudgery and that the more you do of it, the worse off you will be (except,
perhaps, financially). This whole 19th century sweatshop idea of work being debilitating, grueling
and soul-destroying really shortchanges the positive aspects of work, such as the satisfaction
one derives from achieving goals, creating things and exercising one’s brain and/or intellect to
solve challenges.
Work-Life Balance for Small Business Owners. The positive aspects of work are one of the great
things about running your own small business; you get to do these things, sometimes on a daily
basis. Therefore, you may be particularly prone to spending too much time on the work side of
the teeter-totter and letting your work life interfere with your family/personal life to the detriment
of your personal relationships. You need to guard against this by making sure that you are giving
your family and friends the time and attention they need and by looking after yourself.
5 Tips for Better Work-Life Balance
Beat burnout by making more time for the activities and people that matter most to you.
Inside Information
Monthly Message . . . . . . . .2
Business Bullets . . . . . . . .3
Committee Briefs . . . . . . .4
New Members . . . . . . . . . 5
Member Spotlight. . . . . . .6
Events . . . . . . . . . . 7
1. Build downtime into your schedule. When you plan your week, make it a point to schedule
time with your family and friends, and activities that help you recharge.
2. Drop activities that sap your time or energy. “Many people waste their time on activities or
people that add no value -- for example, spending too much time at work with a colleague who
is constantly venting and gossiping. Take stock of activities that don’t enhance your career or
personal life, and minimize the time you spend on them.
3. Rethink your errands. Consider whether you can outsource any of your time-consuming
household chores or errands. Hire a kid down the street to mow your lawn? Order your
stamps online so you don’t have to go to the post office? Even if you’re on a tight budget, you
may discover that the time you’ll save will make it worth it.
4. Get moving. It’s hard to make time for exercise when you have a jam-packed schedule, but it
may ultimately help you get more done by boosting your energy level and ability
to concentrate.
5. R
emember that a little relaxation goes a long way. Don’t assume that you need to make big
changes to bring more balance to your life. Set realistic goals, like leaving the office earlier 1
night per week. Slowly build more activities into your schedule that are important to you! Even
during a hectic day, you can take 10 or 15 minutes to do something that will recharge your
batteries. Take a bath, read a trashy novel, go for a walk, or listen to music. You have to make
a little time for the things that ignite your joy.
http://www.webmd.com/health-insurance/protect-health-13/balance-life?page=3
http://sbinfpcanada/about.com/od/worklifebance/g/Work-Lie-Balance.htm
FRANKFORT
Chamber of Commerce
2015
Board of Directors
Thomas Powers – President
SAFETY MEETING OUTLINES, INC.
815.464.0200
[email protected]
Thomas Kara – Internal Vice President
DANCING MARLIN
815.919.5996
[email protected]
Mark Giovanazzi – External Vice President
MORGAN STANLEY
WEALTH MANAGEMENT
708.226.5419
[email protected]
Judy Hageman – Treasurer
SILVER CROSS FOUNDATION
815.469.5559
[email protected]
Steve Hogan – Secretary
STUMM INSURANCE LLC
773.862.7761 EXT 109
[email protected]
Lisa Ricchio – Past President
STANDARD BANK
708.499.2062 X60810
[email protected]
Aimee Feehery – Director
LINCOLN-WAY HIGH SCHOOL
815.464.4000
[email protected]
Pauline Modjeski – Director
WHITE STREET CAFÉ, LLC.
11 White Street, Unit 111
[email protected]
Richard Rappold – Director
LAW OFFICE OF
RICHARD W. RAPPOLD
312.242.4967
[email protected]
Donald Olivieri – Director
OLIVIERI BROTHERS, INC.
2015 Fall Festival Chairman
815.469.6400
[email protected]
Directors’s Message
Steve Hogan, Chamber Secretary
Let me begin by wishing you every success in 2015 both
personally and professionally. One of our main priorities
as Directors is to strive to enhance member benefits. Our
programs continue to evolve and improve. Case in point, our
monthly Meet, Greet and Network event. The 2015 series
begins February 17th and recur on the third Tuesday
of the month through November 17th beginning at 8:00am (come early) at the
Frankfort Township building 11000 W. Lincoln Highway, Frankfort Illinois 60423.
What is the Meet, Greet and Network event? Simply put, it is an opportunity for
our members to come together, network and share their 30 second pitch with the
other attendees. Each event has a sponsor ($60). The sponsor is highlighted and
has the opportunity to share with the entire group of attendees their business
more so than the 30 second pitch. Each event also has a presenter. The goal of
the committee is to bring presenters whose message is geared toward adding
value to you, our members.
Meet, Greet and Network continues to gain popularity reflected by our ever
increasing attendance. How can you help? First, come to our event and you
will benefit. Second, consider a sponsorship as it’s a great way to promote your
business. Third and last consider being a presenter, if you have a message that
can be of benefit to our attendees we want you in our program. We are currently
setting the sponsors and presenters for 2015 and it will fill quickly. Be in touch
with the Chamber Office and we will do our best to accommodate your request.
Best of luck in 2015!
Chamber Information
The Frankfort Chamber of Commerce Board Meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday
of each calendar month. Suggestions or comments are welcome at regularly
scheduled Board meetings during Public Comment. All requests to speak at a
Chamber Board Meeting must be submitted in writing to the Chamber office no later
than the 10th day of each month to be included on that month’s Board Agenda. The
Board President recognizes visitors who are on the agenda, maintains order during
the meeting, and calls an end to public comment when deemed appropriate.
Staff Karen Blake, Executive Director • Marla Krippel, Administrative Assistant
Karen Lozynski, Administrative Assistant
Office Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon - Thurs, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fri
Contact Us Telephone: (815) 469-3356 • Fax: (815) 469-4352
www.FrankfortChamber.com • [email protected]
www.FrankfortFallFestival.info
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February Business Bullets
Frankfort Park District – Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the
Senior Valentine Luncheon on Tuesday, February 10 from
12:00-2:00 pm at the Founders Community Center, $10 per
person. Come dressed in red and enjoy live entertainment, a
catered lunch and dessert. Registration deadline is February
5. Get out of the cold and join us indoors for Family Swim on
Sundays, February 15 at Lincoln-Way East Aquatic Center.
Registration is done at the door at the Lincoln-Way East
Aquatic Center. Fee is $2/child and $5/adult. Children 18 &
under must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Vendor
Spaces are available for the 22nd Annual Family Fun Faire,
which will be held on Saturday, March 7 from 9:00 am - 1:00
pm at Lincoln-Way Central High School. If you are a business
that is interested in exhibiting or being a sponsor for this
large (estimated attendance is over 800 people) family event,
please contact the Frankfort Park District
at (815) 469-9400. The 16th Annual Spring
Craft & Vendor Show is on Saturday, March
14 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at the Founders
Community Center, 140 Oak Street and
FREE Admission! Crafters and Vendors are
wanted! For additional information or booth
availability, please contact the Frankfort
Park District office at 815-469-9400 or www.frankfortparks.
org. For more information on all of these events, please visit
www.frankfortparks.org or contact the Park District
office at 815-469-9400. Come join the fun!
Frankfort-Tinley Park Rotary Club and Boy
Scout Troop 270 is hosting a Frankfort Community
Blood Drive at Breiderts Green located at the
corner of Kansas and Ash Street on Sunday, February 15th
from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. To schedule an appointment,
please contact Steve at 815.469.3658 or sign up online at
www.heartlandbc.org. Prepare for your donation by eating
well, stay hydrated and bring your ID. Questions on eligibility
please call 1.800.7to.give.
Frankfort School District 157-C Education Foundation will
be hosting their 20th Annual Dinner Auction Fundraiser. A
special night for teachers, families, donors and sponsors to
inspire a cycle of growth for the children of Frankfort 157-C
school including Grand Prairie, Chelsea Intermediate and
Hickory Creek Middle School. FUNDraising at every level
is happening all throughout the evening.
Be a part of the can raffles, bid on silent
auction items using your smart phone
and bid on live auctions! Silent auctions
offer something for everyone - spa and
restaurant gift cards, kids’ parties, Chicago
Bulls tickets or the ever popular “Principal for a Day”. Please
join us for cash bar drinks, heavy appetizers and sweet
treats. This event will be held at the Prestwick Country Club
located at 601 Prestwick Drive, Frankfort on Friday, March
20, 2015 from 7 p.m. – Midnight. Tickets: $55 per person
(in advance) and $60 per person (at the door). Casual
Attire. For more information or how to become a Corporate
Sponsor or Corporate Donor, please contact: Cathy Flaherty
- [email protected] or 708-927-6326 or Carrie Nagle at
[email protected] or 708-466-1140. Give, Grant, Grow
Lincoln-Way High School District 210 would
like to invite you to enjoy the multi-talents
of our students as featured in the following
offerings:
Central High School, New Lenox
February 27 & 28 Winter Play -The Musical Comedy
Murders of 1940 - 7 PM
March 5 Band Concert 7 PM
East High School, Frankfort
March 3 Band Concert 7 PM
March 5 Choir Concert 7 PM
March 6 Jazz Concert 7 PM
North High School, Frankfort
February 17 Band-O-Rama 7 PM
March 6 Orchesis Concert 7 PM
West High School, New Lenox
February 6 & 7 Winter Play – Blackbox IV - Fri 7 PM, Sat 3
PM
February 19 Orchestra/Guitar Concert 6:30 PM
February 24 Choir Concert 6:30 PM
February 26 Band Concert 6:30 PM
Lincolnway Special Recreation Center is hosting
a Jumpfest on Saturday, February 7, 2015 from 1:00
p.m. to 7:00 p.m. $10 per child (pay at the
door). Come out and enjoy a gym full of
incredibly fun inflatables and raise funds for
LWSRA! This is a family event. All children
must be accompanied by an adult. For
more information, please call LWSRA at
815.320.3500.
Star Visions Photography - You only get one opportunity
to make a first impression. In today’s world that first
impression is often a photograph on your business card
or website. The best time to update your business portrait
is in February when Star Visions Photography offers a
15% discount on business portraits. Your portrait session
will include 10 JPEG images with basic artwork to ensure
that you look your very best. For more
information and to view examples visit
StarVisionsPhotography.com. To book
your portrait session call 815-469-3858.
Village of Frankfort - A complete Calendar of Events for
2015, is available by visiting the Village website
www.villageoffrankfort.com. To receive free automatic
monthly updates of all events, visit the Village website at
www.villageoffrankfort.com and under the calendar on the
home page, click “Receive Email Updates”. Complete the
short form and submit! On the first day of every month,
you’ll automatically receive a calendar of events.
New water bill payment option for utility customer
convenience can now pay online with an electronic check,
credit card or debit card. There are no convenience fees.
To sign up for “E-billing” visit www.frankfortutilities.com
to request an account. This option also allows customers
to view their water bill online or received email bills. For
further information regarding water bill payment options,
visit www.villageoffrankfort.com
under “LIVE/PAY YOUR WATER
BILL” or call Village administration
office at 815.469.2177.
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Committee Briefs
Ambassadors
Our Ambassador Committee supports the many events
planned by our various committees held throughout the
year. Planning for our signature event is one of the many
ways in which we focus on welcoming all current, new and
potential members. It is our pleasure to be one of the first
to welcome new members by providing important chamber
information and highlighting different opportunities. Join
us the last Tuesday of each month at 8:30 a.m. at the
chamber office to be part of the Ambassador Group.
Meet, Greet and Network
The next Meet, Greet and Network event is scheduled for
Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Please
join us at the Frankfort Township Office Community Room
located at 11000 W. Lincoln Highway in Frankfort. We
will have guest speakers with informative information
concerning your community or business needs. Loads of
networking opportunities at this meeting allowing you to
introduce yourself to fellow chamber members.
Chili Cook-Off is part of Winter on the Green and is
scheduled for Sunday, February 8th at Breidert Green
from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. or until the chili is gone!
Bring your family out to taste some delicious chili made
by local contestants. For more information go to www.
frankfortchamber.com (under the calendar of events).
Community Showcase will be Saturday, March 21st at
Lincoln-Way East High School field house. Be sure to
get your application in now and reserve your spot. The
discount for early registration ends February 19th. Once
again we have partnered with the local Artworks program.
Be one of the over 100 area businesses showcasing your
products and services at this free to the public
event. Booth fees start at $125 for a standard Chamber
Member Booth and New this year “Taste of the
Showcase”. For complete information call 815.469.3356 or
view our website where you can download a
registration form.
Is your business contact
information accurate?
The NEW Frankfort Chamber
Directory is in the works now!
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Please confirm your membership listing and
contact information today! Visit
www.frankfortchamber.com and find your
business under the Business Directory
tab. Please email any necessary changes or
updates to [email protected]
before we go to print with the new
directory. Deadline to submit updates is
Tuesday, February 10th.
Welcome New Members
At a recent Board Meeting the following new members were approved.
Dealer HD
Kelly Garver
7777 West Lincoln Highway
Frankfort, IL 60423
P. 815.469.4555
www.dealerhd.com
Fuse Digital Marketing
Kelly Garver
7777 West Lincoln Highway
Frankfort, IL 60423
P. 815.469.4555
www.fusedigitalmarketing.com
Law Office of Cheryl A. Morrison
Cheryl Morrison
19065 Hickory Creek Drive, Suite 150
Mokena, IL 60448
P. 708.479.8855
www.cherylmorrisonlaw.com
The Private Practice Coach
Renee Matlock
10071 W. Lincoln Highway
Frankfort, IL 60423
P. 815.370.6097
www.theprivatepracticedcoah.com
PMT Advertising
Kelly Garver
7777 West Lincoln Highway
Frankfort, IL 60423
P. 815.469.4555
www.pmtadvertising.com
C.R.U.M.B.S.
Chamber Rushes Unexpecting Members Baked Sweets!
Keith Wallace and his staff from Lincolnway Special
Recreation Association (LWSRA) were surprised this
month as the chosen C.R.U.M.B.S. recipient. LWSRA
has provided adaptive and special recreation services
for individuals with disabilities through a cooperative
agreement with Frankfort, Manhattan, Mokena, New
Lenox, Peotone and Wilmington Island Park Districts.
LWSRA programs are for individuals from preschool
through adult who have recreation needs that are not met
by regular park district programs. Visit their website at
www.lwsra.org.
Best Office Suites
20550 S. LaGrange Road
1290 sft to 3,000 sft is available for lease. Good
Layout and natural lighting. Close to Highway.
Call Chris at 630-229-2212 or email
[email protected]
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Craig Lyons, Owner of Chief Performance Dynamics Inc.
www.chief.sandler.com
815-735-6914
Email: [email protected]
“No matter what business you’re in, or which profession
you practice, if you need to sell something to make a living,
or if you rely on others to sell for you, I’ve got something
important to tell you: You can’t teach a kid to ride a bike at a
seminar!” David H.Sandler, founder of Sandler Training.
So what does riding a bike have to do with sales
training? Well, even though some traditional selling
techniques are still being taught in seminars, people in
sales today know that such antiquated techniques simply
don’t work anymore. Every sales prospect has heard the old
techniques countless times before. That’s why prospects
can so easily control the sales call – they already know
what the salesperson is going to say.
Remember when you learned how to ride a bike? You didn’t
just jump on a two-wheeler and take-off. First you had to
acquire techniques and then practice mastering them.
You had to learn balance, negotiate turns, manipulate the
brakes, and visualize yourself riding that bike! Fortunately
you had someone to steady the bike while you practiced.
You needed a guiding hand and words of encouragement.
You fell off, but kept trying until the day you grabbed the
handlebars and pedaled all by yourself.
Occasionally, you still run off the path, but there is
no doubt about your ability to ride. Learning how to
sell professionally is a lot like learning how to ride a
bike. People don’t learn to sell at a seminar, but the
reinforcement training of a seminar is helpful. Nor do
people learn how to sell from reading books and listening
to CDs, but these, too, are useful tools, like training
wheels, or a balancing hand. Coaching is the secret
weapon of reinforcement training.
Sandler Training is a proven, effective, and efficient
Selling System delivered by ongoing, reinforcement sales
training by licensed trainers/coaches.
Craig Lyons is the authorized Sandler Trainer in the
southwest suburbs. He has over 30 years of sales and
leadership experience in companies both large and small.
He is a business consultant, speaker, coach and trainer.
He is sought out by business owners and executives
when they discover that an unacceptable gap exists
between their business goals and reality. To find out more
about what Sandler Training offers,
please visit our website at www.chief.
sandler.com, like us on Facebook at
Chief Performance Dynamics, give us
a call at (815) 735-6914, or send us
an email at [email protected].
Chamber Member Spotlight
The Chamber office is looking for Chamber Businesses to Spotlight in the monthly Newsletter. If you are
interested please email your business profile article (approx. 200 words) and a picture (logo, office or person)
to [email protected].
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Annual Meeting at Dancing Marlin
January 26, 2015
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FRANKFORT
Chamber of Commerce
123 Kansas Street
Frankfort, IL 60423
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2015 February and March Calendar of Events
All events take place at the Chamber Office unless otherwise stated.
February 1
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Winter on the Green
Super Bowl
Breidert Green
March 3
4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Business After Hours
Frankfort Township Event Centre
20701 Landing Pointe
February 3
4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Business After Hours
Anytime Fitness
21134 S. LaGrange Road
March 56:00 p.m.
Community Showcase
Committee Meeting
February 5
6:00 p.m.
Community Showcase
Committee Meeting
March 10
4:30 p.m.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
RWK Design
9645 Lincolnway Lane, Suite 101
February 8
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Winter on the Green
Chili Cook-Off
Breidert Green
March 17
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Meet, Greet and Network
Frankfort Township Office
11000 W. Lincoln Highway
February 15
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Winter on the Green
Valentine’s Weekend
Breidert Green
March 18
6:30 p.m.
Frankfort Fall Festival Committee Meeting
March 19
5:30 p.m.
Board of Director’s Meeting
February 17
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Meet, Greet and Network
Frankfort Township Office
11000 W. Lincoln Highway
February 19
5:30 p.m.
Board of Director’s Meeting
February 24
8:30 a.m.
Ambassadors Committee Meeting
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March 21
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Community Showcase
Lincoln-Way East High School Fieldhouse
201 Colorado Avenue
March 24
8:30 a.m.
Ambassadors Committee Meeting