Frankfort Business

Frankfort Business

A publication of the Frankfort Chamber of Commerce

May 2015

"For a small-business owner, procrastination can have serious consequences."

Inside Information

Monthly Message . . . . . . . . 2

Business Bullets . . . . . . . . 3

Committee Briefs . . . . . . . 4

New Members . . . . . . . . . 5

Member Spotlight. . . . . . . 6

Events . . . . . . . . . .

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7 Reasons You're Procrastinating and How To Snap Out Of It!

Do you ever procrastinate? Don't we all ? at least occasionally? But for a small-business owner, procrastination can have serious consequences. It can mean blown deadlines, missed opportunities and lost customers. Ironically, the things we put off are often the most important things in our business. We briskly get to work answering emails, while ignoring the small-business loan application we really need to complete that's rotting at the bottom of a pile of papers. Tricks and rewards sometimes work, but to really kick-start yourself out of your procrastination funk, you've got to dig deep into the reasons behind it.

Are you procrastinating due to:

Fear? Fear of failure is the obvious choice here ? if you never try, you can't fail, so you keep delaying whatever's hanging over your head. But there's also the fear of success. What if you completed that loan application, got the money and grew your business beyond your wildest dreams? Are you afraid you wouldn't be able to handle the growth, that you'd have no time for your family? Figure out what you're afraid of. If the fear is unfounded, it'll become obvious. If it's telling you something important ? such as, you don't want to grow your business because you enjoy your current lifestyle- then listen carefully.

Bournout? Maybe you're putting off a huge task because you're fried. If entrepreneurship is starting to feel like a grind, figure out how to freshen it up. Could you delegate the task you're procrastinating or at least share some of the labor? Is there a way to do it differently so it doesn't feel like the same old, same old? Try breaking up the types of tasks you do. If you've been writing proposals for a solid week, revamping your business plan is likely to feel like a chore. Instead, take a few days to make client calls or do something completely unrelated, then start the big task when you're refreshed.

Incompetence? If a project is outside our comfort zone, we often delay getting started. There are two solutions here: Either delegate the project to someone who/is competent, or become competent yourself. If the skill will benefit you as a business owner, it's likely worth learning. If the skill won't be useful to you in the long term, hand it off to an employee or contractor, and focus on the tasks in your wheelhouse.

Distraction? There are tons of distractions in the average business owner's day ? from workplace crises to employees dropping by your office, from the temptations of Facebook to the temptations of the fridge (if you work at home). To help you keep your blinders on, set a time to start on the project, treat it like a meeting with your most important client, and eliminate distractions however you need to in order to get the job done.

Temporary ADD? When you try to work on the dreaded project, does your brain start bussing with a zillion other things you need to do? Do a "brain dump" and write down every "to do" that's racing through your head, from "Pick up dry cleaning" to "call client before 4 p.m." to "redo spreadsheet" That way, you know you won't forget anything and you can get focused on what's really important.

Complexity? Sometimes a project seems so big, it's just too overwhelming to start. If you're staring down a project with a million moving parts, begin by breaking it into small steps. I mean really small ? like "Find Joe's phone number". Complete at least one step every day. You'll typically find that once you take a step, momentum will keep you going. But even if you only complete one step a day, you'll still get there eventually.

Emotion? Does a project require dealing with someone you can't stand or revisiting an unpleasant situation from the past? Maybe you need to do something uncomfortable, like calling a valued client who's suddenly late paying a bill. Don't sweep these feelings under the rug. Face up to the emotion that's making you stall, and realize the only way to get past it is to complete the task so you can move on.



2015 Board of Directors

Thomas Powers ? President SAFETY MEETING OUTLINES, INC.

815.464.0200 tom@

Thomas Kara ? Internal Vice President DANCING MARLIN 815.919.5996 tgk99@

Mark Giovanazzi ? External Vice President MORGAN STANLEY

WEALTH MANAGEMENT 708.226.5419

mark.giovanazzi@

Judy Hageman ? Treasurer SILVER CROSS FOUNDATION

815.469.5559 judyhageman@

Steve Hogan ? Secretary STUMM INSURANCE LLC

773.862.7761 EXT 109 steve@

Lisa Ricchio ? Past President STANDARD BANK

708.499.2062 X60810 Lisa.Ricchio@

Aimee Feehery ? Director LINCOLN-WAY HIGH SCHOOL

815.464.4000 afeehery@

Pauline Modjeski ? Director WHITE STREET CAF?, LLC.

815.277.2790 pmodjeski@

Richard Rappold ? Director LAW OFFICE OF

RICHARD W. RAPPOLD 312.242.4967

RWR@

Donald Olivieri ? Director OLIVIERI BROTHERS, INC. 2015 Frankfort Fall Festival Chairman

815.469.6400 dono@s4b.bz

Directors's Message

Rich Rappold

Winter's claws are finally releasing us from its grasp. Daylight is longer. Trees are budding and spring plants blooming. Summer can't be far behind. Thoughts are turning to outdoor activities as the long winter hibernation ends. Days of golf, tennis, swimming, hiking, baseball and just relaxing outside are almost here. It's time to start planning for those fleeting days of summer.

At the Chamber we are very excited that we are moving our community

golf outing to Prestwick Country Club this year. This is your chance to

Law Office Of

spend a day at Prestwick on Monday, July 27th.

Richard W. Rappold

Prestwick is the premier golf course in our area. It will give golfers who haven't had a chance to play there before, a great chance to test themselves against this fine course. For those who have played there before it gives them another opportunity to walk those beautiful fairways, explore the undulating greens and try to stay out of the sand traps (where I'm usually at).

This year's outing is more than just golf. We wanted to open up this event for all who want to enjoy the facilities at Prestwick. If you don't golf, or feel you need some instruction, Prestwick is offering a 90-minute golf clinic by its highly-regarded club pro. Tennis will be available as well as the pool.

With an a la cart menu, you may choose any one or more of the day's events. Lunch and dinner will be served. Come for lunch, go to the golf clinic, play some tennis and swim. Or, have a very relaxing day by going to lunch, hanging out at the pool and staying for dinner. If you can't leave work that day, then just come to dinner. There will be a cocktail hour starting at 5:00 pm with dinner starting sometime between 6:00 and 6:30 pm.

The outing starts a little later than in the past. It will start at 11:30 am with time for lunch and some practice at the range before a 1:00 pm shotgun start. This will allow participants to do some work in the morning if they're so inclined and still allow time for a full outing.

All of these activities allow you to relax and mingle with your customers, friends, neighbors, co-workers and new friends that you'll meet that day. This event is open to our members and the Frankfort community. So tell your neighbors and friends about this outing. We'd like to see all of you out there. This is a great opportunity for everyone to come out for at least part of the day without having to pay the full cost for golf.

Sponsors are a big part of this event. We expect more participants this year because of all the extra activities. Have your name in front of your fellow members, the Frankfort community and their customers and friends. Banner sponsorships are available by the pool, tennis courts as well as usual spots on the holes, golf and beverage carts. Put your name on golf balls that people can use all day.

You should have received the flyer in the mail or in an email sent last week. The outing information is on the Chamber's website and you may register online or by filling out the flyer. Spots are limited for golf and the golf clinic. So make your reservation now. July 27th will be here sooner than you think.

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 am - 5:00 pm Mon - Thurs, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Fri

Contact Us Telephone: 815.469.3356 ? Fax: 815.469.4352

? Office@

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May Business Bullets

Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce is committed to helping provide college financial assistance to deserving high school seniors wishing to continue their education. The Chamber will award up to $6,000 in college scholarships to deserving 2015 high school graduates who are a son or daughter to Chicago Southland chamber business owners and their employees. The committee is looking for students with a B average or better. Interested students should fill out an application. Please contact the Southland Chamber office at 708.957.6950 for the application and rules. Deadline for returning the complete application is Friday, May 15, 2015.

Frankfort Historic Business Association - For over 150 years, downtown Frankfort and its locally-owned merchants shops and services have been the heartbeat of the community. The mission of the Frankfort Historic Business Association to partner with other organizations to continue that tradition and promote a healthy and vibrant historic district, which welcomes visitors year round. Become a member today for only $25 a year. Membership benefits consist of a Thank You with a Friend Discount Card and early bird notice of Wine Walk and Cookie Walk ticket sales. Your support will help the FHBA continue to enhance the events like Christkindl & Cookie Walk Weekend, Witchy Girls Night Out, Winter on the Green Souper-Bowl Supreme, the Wine Walk and more. For more information go to info@ .

Frankfort Park District ? Sign your kids up for the 6th Annual Kids Garage Sale on Saturday, May 16 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm at the Founders Community Center. Sellers must be age 5-14 years old. Fee is $9 per space which includes table and advertising. Do some kid's stuff spring cleaning now, the Registration Deadline is May 7. Indulge yourself with a morning of pampering and relaxation at the Mother/Daughter Spa Day on Saturday, May 16 from 10:00 am -12:00 pm at the Founders Community Center. The Registration Deadline is May 8th or until filled. Fee is $12/Nr $15 per person. The Frankfort Park District is sponsoring a Frankfort Community Garage Sale on Saturday, June 6 from 9:00am - 3:00 pm. $10 per home and the Registration Deadline is May 27. A list of participating homes will be available at the Founders Center (140 Oak Street), on our website at and the village hall the week before the sale. Our 15th Annual Short Run On A Long Day 5K Run/Walk is on Wednesday, June 17 at 7 pm at Main Park. The Pre-Registration (by June 15) fee is $19 and $25 after 5:00 pm on June 15. Volunteers are needed for this 5k event! Please contact the Park District office at (815) 469-9400 if you are interested in volunteering your time. Sponsorship Opportunities are available for the 15th Annual Short Run on a Long Day and the 4th of July Celebration, please contact Cali DeBella at 815.469.9400 / cdebella@ for more information. For additional information on all of these events, please visit or contact the Park District office at 815-469-9400. Come join the fun!

Frankfort Public Library ? Just in time for Mother's Day... The Friends of the Frankfort Library 4th Annual Geranium and Herb Sale will be held Saturday, May 9th at the library, Route 30 and Pfeiffer Road. Hours: 9:00 AM until the last plant is sold. In addition to the beautiful geraniums, there will be an expanded selection of herbs featured. All plants priced at $4.00.

Get to know the IPO! The Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra is NOT your father's orchestra. With our charismatic young conductor, Maestro David Danzmayr, and our gifted musicians, the IPO continues to delight audiences with our musical artistry and innovation. Chamber members can receive 30% off your ticket order for our May 2 concert with NY-based YouTube sensation PROJECT Trio and/or our May 30 Season Finale with guest percussionist Cynthia Yeh of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Full details online at . Use code FRANKFORT30 when ordering online or by phone. Performances are at 8PM at Lincoln-Way North Performing Arts Center, 19900 S. Harlem Ave., Frankfort.

Lincolnway Special Recreation Foundation will host a Candlelight Bowl on May 30, 2015 at Laraway Lanes located at 1009 W. Laraway Road in New Lenox. $30 per person or $160 per lane of 6 people or $15 for dinner only. Dinner starts at 6:30 and bowling is from 7 to 10 pm. LWSRA is also looking for sponsorships. Spare Lane Sponsorship: $25 gift card raffle prize donation or Strike Lane Sponsorship: $100 per Lane. Register on-line at bowling.

Metaphrasis Language & Cultural Solutions, LLC is proud to announce that Elizabeth Colon was named the 2015 Woman Business Owner of the Year by the Chicago Area Chapter of The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO). Join us in congratulating Elizabeth for receiving this honor! We are extremely proud of her and look forward to seeing what she has planned for the rest of the 2015 terms of her business and community accomplishments.

Phillips Chevrolet Presents $8,800 to Children's Heart Foundation

(left to right: Bill Foley, Curtis Pascarella, Lesley Wilson, Christina Moser; front row: Claire and Taylor Moser) Phillips Chevrolet was proud to present the Children's Heart Foundation with a check for $8,800, the result of our February fundraiser to fight Congenital Heart Defects. Phillips President Curtis Pascarella and Executive Assistant Lesley Wilson presented the check to Bill Foley, Executive Director of the Children's Heart Foundation, and the Moser family.

Jose Abreu of the Chicago White Sox will be at Phillips Chevrolet in Frankfort Monday - May 4th, 7pm ? 8:30 pm. Free Meet & Greet/Photo Op taken with Jose Abreu! No autographs.

Saint Xavier University is offering facility rental at the Orland Park campus. We offer facility rentals for meetings, conferences and other events. Situated on 46 acres of wooded land near the intersection of I-80 and LaGrange Road, this beautiful state-of-the-art campus is the perfect place for your professional event. We can accommodate small groups as well as large groups of up to 110. The campus features 10 classrooms, three computer labs, conference rooms, a Lifelong Learning Center large meeting space, a cyber caf?, faculty and administrative offices, soaring atriums, and outdoor gathering spaces surrounded by a natural setting. To learn more or to inquire about rates specific to your event, call 708.802.6200 or visit our website at sxy.edu, keyword: Orland Facilities.

Village of Frankfort is "on the move" with a new free mobile app, available through the App Store (IPhone) or Google Play (Android phone). To download the free app, just search "Village of Frankfort" through the App Store or Google Play and install. The app is now available for download. The app provides another opportunity to connect with the Village with easy to use icons: About Frankfort--brings you to the Village website and a brief history of

Frankfort Contact Us ? Information on Village hours, elected officials and staff

contacts, ask a question and FAQ's FCTV ON DEMAND ? View Frankfort videos on demand Police Updates--provides the ability to sign up for NIXLE (police update

notification) and displays current NIXLE police updates Event Calendar ? displays Village event calendar and details with the

ability to add events to your personal calendar Service Request ? provides an opportunity to report areas of service (i.e., tree down, pothole, street light out). Provides the ability to send a photo of the service location. "The Village is pleased to provide another opportunity for our residents and visitors to connect.

White Street Caf? located in Frankfort, IL is looking to add experienced line cooks to growing family. Full and part-time positions are both available. Ideal candidate will have at least 2 years line experience. We are a scratch kitchen looking for the right minded individual who wants to learn and grow with us. Please email your resume to info@whitestreetcafe. com to set up an interview and perhaps a stage. We look forward to hearing from your soon!!!

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Committee Briefs

Ambassadors

On April 29th, the Ambassadors and the Education Committees hosted a luncheon at Lincoln-Way East High School about the "Affordable Care Act". This was sponsored by Stumm Insurance LLC who brought in Attorney, Larry Grudzien to speak to the audience on how their company could stay in compliance with the "Affordable Care Act". Those who attended walked away with very informative information.

Frankfort Fall Festival

Frankfort Fall Festival is scheduled for the Labor Day Weekend and the chamber is diligently working on getting everything in order. This event solely relies on all those dedicated VOLUNTEERS. Please mark your calendar to attend either the Saturday, May 16th or Wednesday, May 20th Volunteer meeting which will bring you up to date with the most current information. Don't forget to join the chamber for their Annual Volunteer Picnic on Saturday, August 15 at 10:30 a.m. More details to follow.

Golf

Golf Outing is scheduled for Monday, July 29th at the Prestwick Country Club in Frankfort. Golfing and Sponsorship Opportunities are available.

Meet, Greet and Network

The next Meet, Greet and Network event is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19, 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. Our speaker for May is Don Anderson from Top Quality Online Solutions, Inc. who will provide some pointers as to how to get your website noticed. Our bagel sponsor is Climate Control Systems. Start your day with some networking opportunities!

Earth Day Festivities

The Frankfort Chamber provided an Alsip Nursery Gift Card to assist with supplies for Earth Day on April 18, 2015.

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Proud Sponsors of

Welcome New Members

At a recent Board Meeting the following new members were approved.

Edward Jones Tom Hohbach 9975 W. Lincoln Highway Frankfort, IL 60423 P. 815.464.0461

Frankfort Family Automotive Repair Bill and Tracy Sampognaro 22359 S. Center Frankfort, IL 60423 P. 815.469.6722

Sullivan Septic & Sewer Inc. Ryan Murphy 1947 Airway Court New Lenox, IL 60451 815.485.5955

C.R.U.M.B.S.

RIBBON CUTTING

Chamber Rushes Unexpecting Members Baked Sweets! FirstMerit Bank one of our long time chamber members was surprised by the Frankfort Chamber of Commerce. FirstMerit employees, Sebastian and Cindy enjoyed receiving the big baked cookie from the chamber ladies. Please note, FirstMerit is moving their location to 14700 S. LaGrange Road in Orland Park so don't forget to visit them. FirstMerit can help you with any banking need so give them a call at 708.460.8200 and ask for Sebastian Gieraskinski or Cindy Costalunga.

On Tuesday, April 5th, Margo McDermed hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony and business after hours event to invite everyone to visit her new office located at 11032 W. Lincoln Highway in Frankfort (former assessors building on Route 30). Margo McDermed is the Ilinois State Representatvie for District 37 and is our voice in Springfield. Margo plans to be an active part of our community and welcomes everyone to stop by her office.

Have you heard the new buzz in Frankfort or seen all the vehicles on Center Road right behind the Speedway just south of Laraway Road. Well we have a new business in Frankfort and it's called Frankfort Family Automotive Repair. You need your vehicle fixed whether its your commuter car, a hobby car or even a race car. They can fix it, restore it or soop it up! Let's welcome the Sampognaro Family to Frankfort. They are long time residents of Frankfort but they finally found a location in Frankfort to set up shop. We wish them great success. Check them out by visiting 22359 S. Center or give them a call at 815.469.6722.

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