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?? How to Use the "We're Local" Advantage in Business! ???? In a world of big corporations and online giants, local businesses have a unique edge—but are you leveraging it effectively? ?? Our latest blog explores strategies to highlight your local presence, build trust, and attract more customers by playing the "We're Local" card. ???? ? Strengthen community connections ? Showcase your local expertise ? Build lasting customer loyalty ?? Read more: GLM Blog - How Businesses Can Effectively Play the "We're Local" Card ?? How does your business embrace being local? Share in the comments! ?? #SmallBusiness #ShopLocal #BusinessGrowth

?? Caribbean Classic Photos Are Here! ???? Relive the magic of the Rotary Club of Schaumburg-Hoffman Estates' Caribbean Classic Gala! The event was filled with island vibes, community impact, and unforgettable moments—now captured in stunning photos. ?? Special thanks to our talented photographer, Stan Kotecki! Check out more of his work at https://zurl.co/SR4Rd ?? View the full photo album here: Caribbean Classic 2025 Photos ?? A heartfelt THANK YOU to our sponsors, volunteers, attendees, and donors who made this incredible evening possible. Your support helps us continue making a difference in our community! ???? #CaribbeanClassic #RotaryImpact #ThankYou https://zurl.co/CyLhn

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?? Illinois Business Law Changes Recap – Are You Ready? ?? ?? Chicagoland Business Owners & Employers! Major law changes in 2025 will impact your finances, payroll, and compliance. Here’s a quick recap of the Top 5 things you NEED to know! ?? 1?? ?? Destination-Based Sales Tax – Sales tax is now based on the buyer’s location, not the seller’s! Update your systems accordingly. ?? 2?? ?? Vendor’s Discount & Interchange Fee Rule – The vendor’s discount is now capped at $1,000/month, and credit card interchange fees on tax & tips are banned starting July 1. ?? 3?? ?? Pay Transparency – If you have 15+ employees, job postings MUST include salary & benefits. Time to update those listings! ?? 4?? ?? Personnel Record Requests – Employees now have the right to request job-related records, and you must respond within 7 days. ? 5?? ?? Minimum Wage Increase – $15/hour is now the state minimum wage! Adjust payroll & budgets ASAP. ?? ?? Action Item: Don’t wait! Review your compliance strategy NOW to avoid surprises. ??? ?? Which of these changes will impact YOUR business the most? Drop a comment below! ?? #IllinoisBusiness #StayCompliant #AccountingUpdates #PayrollChanges #HRUpdates #FinanceMatters ??

Minimum Wage Increase ???? ?? Illinois Minimum Wage Now $15/Hour! ?? Effective January 1, 2025, the state minimum wage has increased to $15/hour. ??? ??♂? Who is affected? ? All hourly employees must be paid at least $15/hour ? Small businesses need to adjust payroll & budgets accordingly ?? Business Tips: ? Update payroll systems NOW to reflect new wages ?? ? Budget for increased labor costs in 2025 ?? ? Ensure compliance to avoid penalties ?? Higher wages mean a stronger workforce—let’s grow together! ?? #MinimumWage #IllinoisJobs #HRUpdates #BusinessSuccess

Employee Access to Personnel Records ???? ?? Attention Illinois Employers! New Record-Keeping Rules in 2025 ?? ?? Employees can now request access to: ?? Benefits-related records ?? Employment contracts ?? Company handbooks ?? Policies affecting job qualifications ? What this means for businesses: ? You must respond to employee requests within 7 working days ?? ? Keep all records organized & accessible to avoid compliance issues ?? Stay transparent & compliant—a little preparation goes a long way! ?? #HRUpdates #IllinoisBusiness #RecordKeeping #ComplianceMatters

?? Spring = Networking Season! ?? Are you ready to make meaningful connections that help grow your business? Conferences, expos, and local events are in full swing—so now’s the time to step up your networking game. Check out our latest blog for tips on how to maximize your spring networking strategy and make real, lasting connections. https://zurl.co/B2Q9I ?? Read more and find local events: https://zurl.co/atzM8 #NetworkingTips #BusinessGrowth #SpringNetworking #GLM #LocalBusiness #GetConnected

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Pay Transparency Law ???? ?? Illinois Employers: Are You Ready for Pay Transparency? ?? ?? New in 2025: If your business has 15+ employees, you MUST include pay scales and benefits in all job postings! ???? ? How to Prepare: ? Audit your current salary structures for fairness & accuracy ?? ? Update job postings to include salary ranges ?? ? Align payroll systems with advertised compensation ? Transparency = Trust! Let’s make hiring fair for all. ?? #EqualPay #IllinoisJobs #HRCompliance #PayTransparency

Vendor’s Discount Cap & Credit Card Fee Changes ???? ?? Illinois Businesses: Be Aware of These Financial Changes! ?? ?? New Vendor’s Discount Cap: Now limited to $1,000 per month on sales tax returns ?? ?? Credit Card Interchange Fee Rule: As of July 1, 2025, banks cannot charge interchange fees on tax & gratuity portions of transactions ???? ?? Action Steps for Businesses: ? Adjust financial forecasts ?? ? Work with your payment processor to stay compliant ?? ? Keep an eye on transaction costs ?? Make sure your business is ready and protected! ?? #IllinoisTax #BusinessFinance #SalesTax #InterchangeFees