7 tips to work from home successfully

Businesses are now requiring employees to work from home due to the recent COVID-19 outbreak. If you're new to...

By: Nathan Wingate

Impact of Nashville Reconnect Cafès and Reconnect Ambassadors highlighted in recent Brookings article

The city of Nashville and Middle Tennessee have experienced tremendous growth over the past 10 years. The Nashville region is ...

By: Brogan Bunnell

Mitsubishi announces relocation from California to Tennessee

We’re excited about Mitsubishi’s announcement today to relocate its headquarters to Franklin, Tenn. from Cypress, Calif. ...

By: Dawn Cornelius

Pilot.com announces plans to locate new headquarters in Nashville

Pilot plans to create 450 new jobs in the Nashville Region over the next 5 years. ...

By: Dawn Cornelius

JPMorgan Chase announces $250K investment to advance more adults in IT careers

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 8, 2019) – Today, the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce released its Tech Workforce Study and announced the launch of...

By: Dawn Cornelius

4 signs your employees are unhappy and how to handle it

Most employees are unhappy with their jobs. Depending on your perspective, this statement either comes as a huge shock or seems like common ...

By: Carly Vaughn

The Gig Economy in Nashville: How it affects your hiring

In the Nashville area, hearing the word “gig” is nothing new. Musicians, who are not in short supply here, have used the term to descri...

By: Judy Bumgarner

3 ways to help young employees develop professionally

Future economic growth is dependent on developing young people to become a high-quality, talented workforce.  YP Nashvil...

By: Carly Vaughn

Nashville Chamber hosts first Talent Solutions Forum to explore workforce issues

This new quarterly series is designed to inform and inspire employer participation in talent pipeline solutions. In March of 2019, the Ch...

By: Samantha Perez

Why do happy employees quit?

Employee happiness is not always the best indication of retention.You couldn’t be more surprised. One of your top salespeople just turned in...

By: Judy Bumgarner

Remote working benefits for start-ups

Small business owners and entrepreneurs might have the most to gain from the rise of remote work in the United States. Remote working is ...

By: Carly Vaughn

3 ways young professionals can get more connected to Nashville

Nashville is attracting a lot of young professionals thanks to a strong economy and a reputation for high quality of life.  Here are...

By: Carly Vaughn

Want to finish your degree in Nashville? Check out the Reconnect Cafés!

Thinking about going back to college? Get free support and navigation at the Reconnect Café! Middle Tennessee Reconnect Cafés a...

By: Carly Vaughn

Women’s professional and personal development organizations in Nashville

March is Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day is Friday, March 8 but we should be celebrating the women that move our city fo...

By: Carly Vaughn

Investing in quality office furniture can boost your business’s bottom line

When was the last time you thought about office furniture? If you are an employee who is dissatisfied with your current office furniture, ch...

By: Carly Vaughn

Generation Z is entering the Nashville workforce – here’s what to expect

Forget millennials. The newest generation to hit the workforce is Generation Z and they’re here to stay. What can your Nashville business ex...

By: Carly Vaughn

“Soft skills” are necessary for the future workforce

Even in a world increasingly focused on automation, so-called “soft skills” are the ones that are most in-demand. What are “soft skills”? T...

By: Carly Vaughn

The best employment agencies in Nashville

Sometimes, recruiting on your own for open positions doesn’t work. There are many reasons your business could need the services of one of Na...

By: Carly Vaughn

Artificial intelligence and hiring: how will AI affect the recruitment process?

Artificial intelligence is expanding into many industries, leading to the automation of some jobs.  According to research, human resou...

By: Carly Vaughn

2019 Nashville Emerging Leader Award nominations and applications are open

The Nashville Emerging Leader Awards (NELA) are presented annually by YP Nashville and the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce. These awa...

By: Carly Vaughn

Is your job “robot-proof”? Find out which Nashville industries are most at-risk for automation

The rise of automation and artificial intelligence has many people worried about the possibility of losing their job to a robot. Research s...

By: Carly Vaughn

Employers need to address the health issues facing the Nashville region

The health problems facing Nashville are mirrored across the country.  Chronic health conditions like obesity, diabetes, depression ...

By: Carly Vaughn

Help build a healthy future for Nashville – take the survey

Since October, more than 12,000 randomly-selected households in Davidson County have received the Nashville Community Health + Well-being Su...

By: Carly Vaughn

Workforce and education initiatives needed to help Nashville region remain competitive

As part of our 2018 Vital Signs report, the Chamber’s Research Center analyzed the workforce and education outlook for residents in the Nash...

By: Carly Vaughn

Managing your employer brand to attract and retain better talent

Employer branding is the way your company is perceived by current, potential and former employees. This perception can affect your abil...

By: Judy Bumgarner

Evaluating your business's onboarding process for new hires

According to LinkedIn, after a horrible first day, 4 percent of new hires leave a job and 22 percent of turnovers occur within the first 45 ...

By: Judy Bumgarner

Why young professionals love Nashville

In November 2018, Amazon made a surprise announcement; they will open an Operations Center of Excellence in Nashville, bringing 5,000 jobs t...

By: Judy Bumgarner

Nashville is one of the best cities for young professionals

Young professionals are an important part of Nashville’s economic growth. These professionals under the age of 40 are starting businesses, m...

By: Carly Vaughn

Managing stress of working in the music industry

Everyone has experienced work stress at one time or another. But the music business is one of the more stressful industries for everyone inv...

By: Carly Vaughn

Build a resumé that will get you hired

Building a resumé that attracts the right attention from recruiters or hiring managers is the first step to securing your dream job. If y...

By: Carly Vaughn

Why unpaid internships might be hard to fill in Nashville

Unpaid internships are back but might not be the best way to get work done in a tight labor market like Nashville. The US Department of L...

By: Carly Vaughn

Accommodating dietary restrictions in the office

Whether it’s a holiday potluck, a birthday celebration or a catered lunch, food is an important part of workplace culture in America.  ...

By: Carly Vaughn

When to terminate an employee or help them improve

Deciding when to fire someone is a delicate decision. There are many considerations such as: the cost of replacing the employee; whethe...

By: Carly Vaughn

Hospitality employment in Nashville

This article was provided by North Point Hospitality, who are developing the new tri-brand Marriott hotel slated to open in Nashvi...

By: Guest Author

How to manage remote employees

Remote working is on the rise and some businesses are seeing huge benefits. From 2012 to 2016, the percentage of American workers who wor...

By: Carly Vaughn

Employees going back to college could mean better outcomes for your business

Businesses have an opportunity to make their company more competitive by helping employees improve their skills.  Learn more about t...

By: Carly Vaughn

Should your business be planning for a pandemic?

Many businesses have not planned for operating while many employees are out sick. Sometimes, this can just mean planning for continuing b...

By: Carly Vaughn

Literacy in Nashville – what you can do to help

International Literacy Day is celebrated every year on September 8. This day is dedicated to the importance of reading and writing for every...

By: Carly Vaughn

Dollar General’s literacy focus serves employees and customers

This blog was provided by Chamber member and P2020 Investor Dollar General as part of our Member Content program.Education is a cornerstone ...

By: Guest Author

Office design and company culture: sending the right message

Most businesses want to create a company culture that empowers employees to do their best work, grow professionally and help the company gro...

By: Carly Vaughn

Why employees come to work sick and how to stop them

It’s common sense that when employees come into work with a contagious illness they are spreading their germs among everyone else. Nobody wa...

By: Carly Vaughn

How your office space affects employee health

Sometimes, employers can view employee health as separate from their performance at work.  The truth is that employee health affects...

By: Carly Vaughn

Employee engagement, "flow" and how to retain your talent

A key to retaining talent is helping your employees find engagement with their work. Employee engagement has become somewhat of a buzzwor...

By: Carly Vaughn

How to help employees manage stress

Employees need your help in managing their stress. Workplace stress costs the United States $300 billion every year due to is...

By: Carly Vaughn

5 tips to make firing an employee less stressful

What’s the best way to fire an employee? There may be no way to make the process painless since getting fired or firing someone else is incr...

By: Carly Vaughn

How to support your female colleagues, no matter who you are

Women in the workplace can always use more support from their peers – including bosses and both female and male coworkers. This support c...

By: Carly Vaughn

Professional development creates a leadership pipeline for women

If your business wants to reap the benefits of more women in leadership roles, you have to help them get there. Women are lagging behind ...

By: Carly Vaughn

4 meaningful strategies to retain female employees

Once you’ve realized the importance of attracting female employees, you need to put thought into how you will retain a workforce with gend...

By: Carly Vaughn

3 reasons you should be hiring women

Whether you’re an entrepreneur or leading the hiring process at a huge corporation, the benefits of hiring women can positively impact almos...

By: Carly Vaughn

Protect your business – and your employees – by becoming a Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace

Almost 25% of American workers between the ages of 18 and 35 have illegally used drugs. Furthermore, a survey of Middle Tennessee residents ...

By: Carly Vaughn

Fill open positions and hire great employees (without losing your mind)

Talent and skills gaps, along with low unemployment have made it increasingly difficult for some employers to fill open positions. ...

By: Carly Vaughn

Why you’re losing motivation at work

Losing motivation at work but don’t know why?  Read below to see if one of these reasons for losing motivation at work resonates with ...

By: Carly Vaughn

How to address employment gaps on your resumé

Do you have an employment gap on your resumé? If so, it can be a source of significant anxiety, and some potential employers may have questi...

By: Carly Vaughn

Can you really improve your employees' health?

How healthy are your employees? The data tells a story that is probably born out in your office or business: health-related productivity ...

By: Carly Vaughn

2018 Nashville Emerging Leader Awards nominations are open

The Nashville Emerging Leader Awards (NELAs) are presented each year by YP Nashville and the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce. These award...

By: Carly Vaughn

Nashville Emerging Leader Awards Announce the 2017 Finalists

In it’s 11th year, the Nashville awards that honor young professionals who show outstanding leadership are up for grabs once again. The Nash...

By: Alex Hughes

Apply or Nominate Today for the 2017 Nashville Emerging Leader Awards

In coming years, it’s projected that young professionals (YPs) will make up the majority of the workforce. That means YOU (or someone you kn...

By: Meredith McKay

Nashville Is a National Leader for STEM Job Growth

The Nashville MSA leads the nation in advanced industry job growth, according to a new report released by the Brookings Institution. The...

By: Alex Hughes

Meet Our Next Generation of Outstanding Community Leaders

Amidst a time of unprecedented growth and prosperity, Middle Tennessee faces opportunities and challenges we've never seen before. Strong...

Complete College Scholarship Winner Rises to the Challenge

Courtesy of WGU TennesseeMiranda Goolsby was passed over for a job because she lacked the required educational qualifications. She wante...

Meet Our Brand-new Recruiting Tool, LiveIt Nashville!

"It's a new dawn, it's a new day, it's a new life for me." – Muse, Nina Simone, Michael Bublé and any other artist who has ever covered ...

By: Alex Hughes

Nashville's STEM Income Growth Leads the Nation

New research published by personal finance website SmartAsset.com cites Nashville as one of the best U.S. metros for high-paying jobs in ...

By: Alex Hughes

Nashville Ranked Among Top Cities for Tech Graduates

Business research firm DataFox has released a new study that ranks Nashville fifth among 10 cities that it calls "secretly great" ...

By: Alex Hughes

Apply Today For the 2016 Nashville Emerging Leader Awards

The Chamber's YP Nashville initiative launched the Nashville Emerging Leader Awards (NELAs) to honor the accomplishments of the outstanding ...

Meet Sidney Williams, a Winner of the Nashville Area Chamber Complete College Scholarship

By Sidney Williams, WGU Tennessee student Courtesy of WGU Tennessee I was an extremely bright student growing up. My parents were prou...

THEC Awards $200,000 to Middle TN to Support Adults in Postsecondary Attainment

The Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce will serve as the lead partner in overseeing the implementation of a $200,000 grant from the Tennesse...

By: Nancy Eisenbrandt

Nashville Continues Growth As Leading Tech Jobs City

Nashville's tech job growth continues to outpace many of its peer cities, according to a new study published by CBRE. With a nearly 23 perce...

By: Alex Hughes

Meet the Leaders Carrying Middle Tennessee's Future

2015 Nashville Emerging Leader Awards Winners Architecture, Engineering & Construction Ashley Smith Pro...

By: Alex Hughes

Updated Research Will Provide Insights Into Workforce Trends

In 2010, the Chamber published a comprehensive regional workforce study to identify major trends driving Middle Tennessee's job growth and p...

By: Nancy Eisenbrandt

What It Takes To Be a Leader

Guest post by Stephanie Winn, manager of talent attraction and retention, Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce For the past year, we've been ...

By: Alex Hughes

Chamber & WGU Tennessee Partner to Create New Scholarship Program

If you've been considering going back to school, this may be your year. As part of the Chamber's commitment to helping increase the number o...

By: Nancy Eisenbrandt

Congratulating Our 2015 Nashville Emerging Leader Award Finalists

Guest post by Stephanie Winn, manager of talent attraction and retention, Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce Today, we are pleased t...

By: Alex Hughes

Nashville Remains a Top City for Tech Talent

A new report from commercial real estate firm CBRE places Nashville near the top of U.S. cities for tech job growth. Between 2010 and 2...

By: Alex Hughes

Mayoral Forum Empowers Nashville's Future Leaders

Guest post by Stephanie Winn, Chamber manager of talent attraction & retention Transit, public education, affordable housing, green sp...

By: Alex Hughes

Where Are the 'Young and Restless' Going?

Increasingly, well-educated young people, 25- to 35-year-olds with a bachelor’s degree or higher, are moving to the urban cores of the U...

By: Nancy Eisenbrandt

Obama Selects Nashville For New Tech Talent Initiative

President Barack Obama has tapped Nashville as one of 21 partner cities for TechHire, a new nationwide initiative that seeks to address ...

By: Alex Hughes

Celebrating Our Outstanding Young Professionals

Guest post by Stephanie Winn, Chamber manager of talent attraction & retention The Chamber's YP Nashville initiative launched the Nashv...

By: Alex Hughes

Nashville a Top City For STEM Jobs

Science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) professions are some of the highest-paid, most in-demand jobs in the country. According...

By: Alex Hughes

Nashville Named Second Fastest-growing Tech Job Market in the U.S.

The outlook has never been brighter for technology workers in Nashville, according to a new study from tech job site Dice.com. As repo...

By: Alex Hughes

Outstanding Young Professionals, Apply For the 2015 NELAs

Guest post by Stephanie Winn, Chamber manager of talent attraction & retention Applications for the ninth annual Nashville Emerging Le...

By: Alex Hughes