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On January 24, the Temple Chamber ofCommerce hosted the 2014 Salute toBusiness at the Frank W. Mayborn Civicand Convention Center. In the words ofKenny McCarty, 2013 Chair of theBoard, “This is an opportunity for thebusiness community, for members ofthe Temple Chamber to join together tocelebrate our rich heritage, past accom-plishments, present endeavors andexciting plans for growth and develop-ment.” These present endeavors and planswere further encouraged by DraytonMcLane, Jr., the guest speaker for theevening. Drayton challenged the audi-ence, as business owners, residents and

leaders in the com-munity, to make2014 through 2025years of growthand developmentfor Temple. The highlight ofthe 2014 Salute toBusiness was when

Keifer Marshall, Jr. was named as recipi-ent of the Drayton and ElizabethMcLane Community AchievementAward. A new feature of the Salute toBusiness, this award recog-nizes an individual whotruly exemplifies servantleadership in the Templecommunity, who gives with-out regard to receiving, andwho has provided guidanceand leadership to advancethe community we all callhome. On behalf of President RodHenry and staff of theTemple Chamber of

Commerce, we extend a heart-feltthank you to the numerous individuals,businesses and volunteers who con-tributed to make the Salute to Businessa fantastic event. From the new addi-tion of the Reception Sponsors to thoseworking behind the scenes, each con-tribution allows the Chamber to carryout its mission of “Serving the businesscommunity by preserving, protectingand promoting a business friendly envi-ronment, free of obstacles to growthand development.”

There is much about 2013to look back on with pride,but as Drayton remindedus, we are never more vul-nerable than when we'resuccessful. May we takethat to heart and continuethe hard work and com-mitment in makingTemple, Texas a great placeto live, work, play, pray andcall home!

FRIDAY, February 7, 2014

Chamber Members Receive Challenge DuringSalute to Business

BUSINESS NETWORKINGBREAKFASTWednesday, February 126:45 amSponsored by:

BUSINESS AFTER HOURSThursday, February 275:00 pmSponsored by:

2014 Business SeminarMarch 18"How to SupervisePeople and Lead aTeam"

With GlennShepard

MAR•2014

BUSINESS LUNCHTuesday, February 1112:00 pmSponsored by:

Platinum SponsorsBaylor Scott & White HealthFikes Wholesale, Inc./CEFCO

Food StoresJohnson Brothers Ford LincolnMcLane Group, L.P.

Diamond SponsorsBrockway, Gersbach, Franklin

& Niemeier, P.C.The David Nix AgencyScott & White Health PlanUniversity of Mary Hardin-

Baylor

Gold SponsorsAtmos EnergyBBVA Compass Central National BankCity of TempleEnergy Solutions of TexasExtraco BanksFirst Convenience BankFirst State Bank Central TexasKachemak Bay Flying ServiceKasberg, Patrick &

Associates, LPKwik Kopy Business CenterMaterials Transportation Co.Perry Office PlusSpherion Staffing ServicesSPJST Supreme LodgeTemple Economic

Development Corp.Temple Machine ShopTexas A&M University -

Central TexasWalmart Distribution

Center #6083Workforce Solutions of

Central Texas

Silver SponsorsAmerican Bank of TexasBalcones ResourcesBJ3 Industries, Inc.Central Texas Housing

ConsortiumConcentus Media GroupThe Entrepreneur Center

of Central TexasGarlyn SheltonHoliday Inn TempleInsurors MarshallLarry Neal/ArchitectsLuvida Care SolutionsMaco ManufacturingProfessional

Datasolutions, Inc.Residence Inn by

Marriott TempleState Representative

Ralph SheffieldSubway SandwichesThomas Biodiesel LLC

Reception SponsorsBJ's RestaurantChick-fil-ACotton Patch CafeDomino'sFuddruckersGoGo'sHilton Garden InnHondeaux Southern

Kitchen & BarSchlotzsky'sSchoepf's Old Time Bar-B-QueStripes Convenience Stores

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This course and its groundbreakingcurriculum are major shifts in theway we learn aboutEntrepreneuring and businessbuilding. You may not consideryourself an entrepreneur, yet if youare the principle leader or decisionmaker in any business or depart-ment within a business, you must

be an entrepreneur in order to con-tinue to grow your business. If you aspire to a lead-ership role in your company, you can also benefit bythinking like an entrepreneur or owner rather thanan employee. And finally, if you are thinking aboutbranching out on your own, you must have theentrepreneurial mindset and business building skillsto succeed.Entrepreneurship is NOT management. It is aprocess of discovering opportunities in other peo-ple’s problems, building a solution and a companyto deliver that solution. It requires a different mind-

set than managing an established business. Thiscourse is designed specifically to teach you to thinklike an entrepreneur and execute a defined processto discover, develop and profit from an opportunity.This course has changed people’s lives and it willchange yours if you attend.The prestigious Kauffman Foundation, an entrepre-neurial center located in Kansas City, has heraldedthis course. The Kauffman Vice President ofEntrepreneurship, Thom Ruhe said, “The Ice HouseEntrepreneurship Program is changing the wayentrepreneurship is being taught in classrooms andcommunities throughout the world.” In just twoyears, the program has been introduced in many col-leges and universities throughout the United Statesand in 11 countries.

So what makes this course so special?The course introduces the trainee to a way of think-ing that is different than most people. It teaches anEntrepreneurial Mindset. The course is based onkey business and character traits, experienced by

Clifton Taulbert, who was born into the environ-ment of small town, cotton farming in pre-integra-tion Mississippi. Starting from this complete lack ofadvantages, Clifton is now a major owner of theBank of Oklahoma and speaks to audiences largeand small throughout the country. He attributes itto learning eight life lessons.These eight lessons are brought to you during thecourse by meeting, through video, 14 real worldpeople who started with less than a few thousanddollars, some with nothing, and all now own multi-million dollar companies. After viewing the videoassignments each week, you will come to class for aguided discussion and mentoring. The life lessonswill be discussed with the class and with local entre-preneurs who own successful local businesses.During the course you will also discover and prac-tice the Opportunity Discovery Process. This is away of examining your business ideas to see if theyare financially suitable for investing your time. Thisprocess alone could save you from wasting count-less dollars.The classes meet at The Entrepreneur Center eachTuesday for 10 weeks beginning Feb. 18th. Seatingis limited. Don’t miss out! Seats are confirmed bygetting your check to The Entrepreneur Center at 19North Main St. in Temple. You may also register atwww.tec-centex.com or call 254-598-7400.

Local Entrepreneur Center Brings Powerful NewBusiness Mindset Training Program to Central TexasBy: Vane Hugo, The Entrepreneur Center of Central Texas

The Entrepreneur Center of Central Texas introduces this revolutionary new learning program designed toinspire and engage you in the fundamental concepts of an entrepreneurial mindset and the unlimitedopportunities it can provide. This is a timely reminder that entrepreneurship can empower ordinary peo-ple to accomplish extraordinary things, while reminding us that building new companies and creating newjobs will lead to a brighter future and a stronger Central Texas economy.

Shop Local: Unique Gift Ideas For Valentine Friends And LoversBy: Carol Mouché, Chisholm Trail Chorus, Sweet Adelines International

Candy and flowers are traditionalgifts for Valentine’s Day, but ifyou’re looking for somethingunique for sweethearts of all ages,here are a couple ideas some of thelocal Temple Chamber members areoffering…

“Dance lessons are a wonderful surprise for any woman – women love to dance,” says KarenGonzales, co-owner of In The Mood Ballroom/Dance Studio at 13 & 15 S. Main Street in down-town Temple. “Dancing is a great activity to do together, and everything about it is good for you– emotionally and physically.” Gift certificates are available for private lessons and group class-es. Two great events are scheduled at the Ballroom over Valentine’s weekend – February 14 is aDJ country western dance night, and on Feb 15, the Ballroom hosts Gary Hobbs, a well-knownTejano personality. More information about gift certificates and scheduled events is available atwww.inthemoodballroom.com or call 254-773-7088. (cont. on pg. 3)

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(cont. from pg. 2) If you’d like to spendValentine’s Day in the city of romance, but don’thave the budget for a flight to France, considerpurchasing a “See You in Paris” couples packageat Invisions Day Spa, located at 3411 Market Loopin south Temple. This package includes two 1-

hour ChocolateSoufflé Swedish relax-ation massages in theirPrivate Couples RoyalRoom along with aChampagne Toast bycandlelight, saysPhyllis Dunlap, spaowner. Do you have afriend or loved one

who is expecting a baby?Then you might want to purchase the “Be MyBaby” treat, which includes a 1-hour prenatalmassage, massaging facial, chocolates and non-alcoholic champagne. Dunlap says the“Romancing the Stone” package is especiallypopular in the colder months for both men andwomen, with a 1-hour hot stone massage fol-lowed by a 30-minute foot reflexology treatment.And of course, no Valentine’s Day is completewithout chocolate – their “Chocolate Truffle” spe-cial includes chocolate and sour cherry rejuve-nating masques as well as chocolate paraffinhand and feet treatment. For more informationabout these and other holiday specials, visitwww.invisionsdayspa.comor call 254-773-2662.Gifts & Goodies is a locallyowned store at Temple Mallthat carries a wide array ofgifts for all budgets, saysLinda Goodenough, co-owner. “We have ‘perpetual’red and yellow roses, madeof porcelain, which are gor-geous to give, and they lastforever instead of dryingup in a week. We also have

jeweled perfume bottles, which look wonderfulon a woman’s dresser, as well as plush stuffed ani-mals. And for something completely unique toTemple, we have 6-foot sock monkeys foryour favorite monkey.” Other populargifts this year are ‘chalkboard’ items –things you can write on with chalk –such as mugs, wine glasses and gift tags.Purchasers can write their own senti-ment or name on them and easily eraseit for the next party. For a little humor,the store also carries red boxer shortswith creative sayings such as “honeybuns.” Find Gifts & Goodies on Facebook or

call 254-774-6868 for moreinformation.For that special man inyour life, Dianna Sargent,independent beautyconsultant for Mary KayCosmetics, says well-priced cologne is a greatchoice. In addition, twopopular Mary Kay prod-

ucts for both men andwomen during the winter

months are Satin Lips (an exfoliating mask for thelips, followed by a moisturizing lip balm) andSatin Hands (3 separate products to make them“nice and smooth.”) She also offers a Valentinebasket with a stuffed animal and perfume, as wellas gift certificates for all skin care products, cos-metics, perfume and cologne. “Christmas andValentine’s Day aremy best-selling timesof the year, becausepeople want to buysomething a little dif-ferent for their lovedones,” she says.Sargent provides freedelivery to pur-chasers and gift recip-ients in the Temple-

Belton-Killeen area. For more information, visitwww.marykay.com/dsargent or call 254-780-2595.

To satisfy your sweetheart’s sweettooth, “There’s nothing wrongwith a Valentine kolache!” saysKirk Lammert, owner of TeddyBear Bakery at 115 W. French Ave.in downtown Temple. The bakeryis at French & Third Streets and isconnected to the Czech HeritageMuseum. For the uninitiated, akolache is a rich Czech pastry

with a fruit or cream cheese filling.“We can always bake a cake for that specialsomeone, such as dark chocolate with a straw-berry filling – we just need 72 hours’ notice,” hesays. “Or for something a little different, considergiving a homemade cookie bouquet.” All itemscan be ordered and picked up at the bakery. Forhours and other details, find the bakery onFacebook, website www.teddybearbakery.comor call 254-231-1926.

For more Valentine’s Day ideas, also consid-er: Ye Olde English Bakery, Paperdoodles,Zooty’s, Callie’s, Brickwood and more. Forthe complete and most current list ofChamber members, be sure to search the“Business Directory” tab at www.tem-pletx.org or call the Chamber office at(254) 773-2105.

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Ribbon Cutting Events

Golden Corral: With more than 495 restaurants nation-wide, Golden Corral opened a brand-new location at5101 S. General Bruce Drive in Temple. The GoldenCorral Buffet and Grill features multiple “stations” offeringguests selections from around the world as well as grilled-to-order steak, the freshest and most abundant salad baranywhere and the popular Bakery and Dessert Café.During the first two weeks of their Grand Opening theyreceived contributions for Camp Corral, a free SummerCamp for children of wounded or disabled military fami-lies. In addition, the new Golden Corral brings approxi-mately 130 new jobs to the Temple community and willoffer banquet facilities free of charge for groups andorganizations in the area who wish to book their partyroom for a special dining function. For more information,contact General Manager Tony Esparza at (254) 773-8356 or visit them online at www.goldencorral.com

Titan Total Training Wellness Center: T3, Titan TotalTraining, is the premiere personal training and group fit-ness facility in Central Texas! Located at 2329 S. 57thStreet in Temple, Titan Total Training offers over 12,000square feet of interior workout space, hosting a myriad ofdifferent classes such as Les Mills Body Pump, TRX,Zumba, Yoga, and even access to personal trainers! Allmemberships include access to every class available, asmany times a month as you want! Additionally, membersand guests can enjoy worry-free work outs while their chil-dren enjoy a monitored play area in the Kids Zone.Whether you're young or old, a beginner or fitness expert,T3 is the place to be! For more information, contactJennifer Weir by calling (254) 742-2020, email jen-nifer@titantotaltraining.com or visit their website atwww.titantotaltraining.com.

American Legion Post 133: Located at 1300 S. 25thStreet in Temple, the American Legion Post 133 is a non-partisan, not-for-profit organization that stands behindthe issues most important to the nation's veterans com-munity, backed by resolutions passed by volunteer lead-ership. Per their listing on www.legion.org, “AnAmerican Legion Post is only as effective as its members.Get involved. Support local Post programs...and theentire community benefits!” Led by Commander John TPotts Jr. and Adjutant Gary J Ivy, meetings for theAmerican Legion Post 133 are at 6 p.m. on the firstTuesday of each month. For more information, contactCommander John Potts at (254) 493-0720 or go onlineat www.legion.org.

Energy Solutions of Texas: Located at 6600 N. StateHighway 6 in Woodway, Energy Solutions of Texas pro-vides lighting products and services for commercial, indus-trial and institutional facilities. With the goal of achieving“conservation without compromise,” their solutions willdramatically reduce operating expenses and improvefacility appearance, workplace safety and functionality.The professionals at ESOT are a team driven to providemaximum energy savings by performing detailed audits,conducting interviews with key personnel and guiding cus-tomers through the process of identifying the best solutionavailable. For more information, contact Sonja Fitzke bycalling (877) 434-4363 or visit them online atwww.esotx.com.

Domino’s Pizza: Founded in 1960, Domino’s Pizza cele-brated the Grand Opening of their new location at 7410W. Adams #100 in Temple. From one pizza store inYpsilanti, Mich., Domino’s evolved to become the recog-nized world leader in pizza delivery, operating a networkof company-owned and franchise-owned stores. They areimmersed in the towns and cities where they make andsafely deliver pizzas every day, because Domino’sbelieves in giving back to the communities that supportthem. Delivery hours are Su. – Th. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.,Fr. – Sa. 10:00 am - 1:00 a.m., and Carryout hours are Su.– Th. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m., Fr. – Sa. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00a.m. For more information, contact Thomas Garcia at(254) 228-5584 or visit them online atwww.dominos.com.

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JOIN US IN CONGRATULATING THESE BUSINESSES!

With all of the hard work that our Red CarpetAmbassadors put in, we like to acknowledgethose who have gone the extra mile in repre-senting the Temple Chamber of Commerce andsupporting our local businesses. This time wewant to congratulate Shelly Hatch (pictured onthe left) as our Ambassador of the Quarter!Aside from her dedicated attendance at net-working events and Ribbon Cuttings, Shellyhas been instrumental in bringing new mem-bers into the Temple Chamber of Commerce.We also want to congratulate our runner-up,Eula Jett! (Pictured on the right)

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Domino's PizzaThomas Garcia7410 W. Adams #100Temple, TX 76502(254) 228 5584www.dominos.comRestaurants

Glenn Shepard Seminars, Inc.Cindy Shepard6953 Charlotte Pike #303Nashville, TN 37209(615) 353 7125www.glennshepard.comTraining & Development

Thomas Biodiesel LLCBill Burden3736 Bee Cave Rd #1 214Austin, TX 78746(512) 291 6582www.thomasbiodiesel.comBiodiesel Manufacturing

January New Members

January Renewing MembersAaron's Sales & LeaseAce High Bingo & SaloonAdvanced ChiropracticAmerican ClassifiedsAtmos EnergyAware Central TexasBaird, Crews, Schiller & Whitaker, P.C.

BBVA CompassBest Li'L Hairhouse In TempleBig Chew Chew's, Inc.Blackland Research & ExtensionCenterBrockway, Gersbach, Franklin

& Niemeier, P.C.BSP Engineers, Inc.Congressman John R. Carter - Texas 31

Centex HomesCentral Texas 4C, Inc. (Head Start)Central Texas Children's CenterCentral Texas Council on Alc. & Drug Abuse

Centrifugal Castings, Inc.Chaney Cox Construction, Inc.Christ Church SchoolCoca Cola Enterprises

Concentus Media GroupCornerstone Home Lending, Inc.David Coufal AgencyCunningham Real EstateD.R. HortonDale Carnegie TrainingJ. Philip Davis, Jr., D.D.S.Dietz McLean Optical Co., Inc.Direct Auto InsuranceDiscover Natural Foods, Inc.Drews/Hunt Builders, LLCEcho Station ApartmentsEcono LodgeEquipment Depot, Ltd.Express Employment ProfessionalsFirestone Complete Auto Care I 35Gorilla LubeHarrell & Stoebner, P.C.Hill Country Transit District

(The HOP)Insurors MarshallJaynes, Reitmeier, Boyd

& Therrell, P.C.Johnnie's Cleaners & TailorsJohnson Oil CompanyJunior League of Bell Co/

Second Hand Rose

Jupe Feeds, Inc.KCEN TVKiella HomebuildersKWTX TV News Channel 10KXXV News Channel 25 (ABC)La Quinta Inn TempleLinzy & Thigpen, Attys.Lonestar StructuresMars Petcare US Inc.McLane Group, L.P.Morris Financial ServicesOdyssey HospiceOncor Electric DeliveryPattillo, Brown & Hill, L.L.P.Peaceable Kingdom Retreat

for ChildrenPods Central TexasPrimus Real Estate ServicesRE/MAX Temple Belton/

Margaret PleasantResidence Inn by Marriott TempleRexel Electrical & Datacom SuppliesRichard's Lawn Sprinklers

& Pool ServiceRight at Home For Central TexasRM Rodriguez Construction, LPRodney Dunn Co., Inc./

Nancy DanielRodney Dunn Co., Inc./

Rodney DunnShallow Ford Construction Co., IncSPJST Supreme LodgeState Farm Insurance/

David JenningsSweet Adelines InternationalTemple Bible ChurchTemple Feed & Supply Inc.Temple HELP CenterTemple JayceesTemple Meridian

Retirement CommunityTemple Welding Supply, Inc.Temple Belton Board Of

REALTORS, Inc.Texell Credit UnionTurley Associates, Inc.United Way of Central TexasUniversity of Mary Hardin BaylorWalmart Distribution Center #6083Waters of Life Christian CenterWells Fargo Advisors, LLCWest Temple OrthodonticsWilsonart LLC

Goody bags filled with information and promotional items from TempleChamber of Commerce members were distributed Feb. 6 at the bi-annu-al Hood Howdy Information Fair. An estimated 1,200 people attended theevent to welcome newly arriving military families at Fort Hood."Hood Howdy Information Fair is a tremendous opportunity for the recently

assigned Fort Hood soldiers and their families to learn and understand about theincredible working relationship Fort Hood has with the surrounding community,"Shelly Damo, Fort Hood Commercial Sales Manager, said. "There are over100 different businesses and organizations that educate and inform theFort Hood soldiers, who live in Temple and its outlying area, what thecommunity has to offer."

“Response from chamber members has been won-derful,” Sheila Poling, Events Coordinator, said.Goody bags filled with promotional items provid-ed by Chamber members are distributed at theTemple Chamber table at Hood Howdy. “We’repretty outgoing in greeting the soldiers and theirfamilies and handing out the goody bags and invit-ing them to explore our community,” she said.

Why contribute to Hood Howdy?“The first thing that soldiers see is a bright orange bag that welcomesthem to the area, so we hope they take the opportunity to visit Templeand see all we have to offer,” Sennett Farias, Temple Visitors Center, said.(Cont. on pg. 6)

Temple Says “Howdy! Welcome toCentral Texas” at Fort Hood EventBy: Susan Howe, Friends of the Temple Public Library

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A Day Behind Social Services With Leadership Temple

On Tuesday, January 28, 2014, theLeadership Temple 2013 – 2014 classhad their Social Services Day. We visit-ed Feed My Sheep located at 112 WestAvenue G, to assist with preparationand serving lunch to those in need.Feed My Sheep daily prepares and dis-tributes sack lunches and one hot mealto any individual who comes to the

kitchen needing something to eat. In2013, food and monetary donationsfrom various individuals, businessesand churches in the community pro-vided all the necessary items to pre-

pare meals for 365 days, without thekitchen having to purchase any fooditems. Feed My Sheepalso serves as a warm-ing shelter from 5:00p.m. to 9:00 a.m. formen when the tem-peratures outside arefrigid.Feed My Sheep wasorganized when agroup of concernedcitizens from Templesaw the need to feedthe homeless and hadstrong communitysupport. Feed MySheep has receivedassistance fromChurches Touching Lives ThroughChrist regarding a 501 c(3) status andwill eventually be a stand alone min-istry in the community.Visiting Feed My Sheep gave the classof Leadership Temple the opportunityto see a side of Temple that we nor-mally would not in our daily routines.We were greeted by Ms. Ellen andgiven a tour of the facility. Feed MySheep is extremely short-staffed, andour morning visit there was a greatopportunity for us to see not only howdifficult it is for those at Feed My

Sheep to put together and feed nearly160 people daily, but for us to see just

how many people are in need ofhelp. Our visit to Feed My Sheepgave this 2013-14 class ofLeadership Temple our firstchance to come together andwork as one team in a group set-ting. It was great to see the classtaking charge of the situationand helping in all facets of theFeed My Sheep daily meal.Once all the duties of feedingthose in need were completed,we assisted with cleaning thefood preparation areas.Our next stop was the Chamberwhere we participated in a work-

ing lunch, while Ann Thompsonfrom the United Way spoke to usregarding the services that the UnitedWay provides to the community andalso the various community agencieswho receive United Way funding.Thirteen different social service com-munity partners participated in theafternoon event by giving a briefoverview of the services their agencyprovides. The Leadership team wasdivided into five different groups witha possible case scenario. Each groupwas to determine which of the socialservice agencies could assist with the

needs presented in each scenario, byvisiting with the agency representa-tives. The scenarios provided us with agood understanding of the servicesavailable regarding various needs inthe community such as housing, childcare, job training and job assistance,utility assistance and educational.The Temple/Belton social service agen-cies work very closely with one anoth-er when it comes to sharing resourcesand assisting the needy in this commu-nity. Networking is a vital componentto each of us as we collaborate togeth-er to meet those needs.

Temple Leadership enjoyed our SocialServices Day as we were able to meetmany of the agencies that make a dif-ference in so many lives. Temple istruly a great place to live and work!

By: Sharon Sapp, Chris Peal & Erik Ray, Leadership Temple

(Cont. from pg. 5) “This is a great way to promote Temple to the newlyarriving soldiers and their families,” Patti Thompson of TanglewoodMedical Supply said. “We feel it is important to be a part of the commu-

nity and want newcomers to beaware if they have a durable med-ical equipment need, we are hereto help. This calendar is just a smallthanks for their service to ourcountry.” Jose Alejo of Alejo USA contributednotepads. “Everybody can use one,

whether it’s in their purse, their car, for grocerylists or random notes,” he said. “Hopefully I getsome business out of it, but it’s also part of ourwelcome to the community area for the soldiersand their families at Fort Hood.” The Temple Chamber has participated in HoodHowdy events since 2003. Members who want toparticipate in future events should plan to provide300 items for the goody bags. For more informa-tion, call the Chamber at (254) 773-2105 or e-mailSheila Poling at sheila@templetx.org.

Temple Says “Howdy! Welcome to Central Texas” at Fort Hood Event

Other Chamber members whocontributed to Hood Howdy.

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Mid Winter Used Book Sale

Have you enjoyed an event or program at theCultural Activities Center before? Help them“Kickstart” this make-over to keep culturealive and thriving in Temple!The Cultural Activities Center in Temple (www.cacarts.org) has just launched a Kickstarter

Campaign to finance some much-needed repairs at the facility, including replacing the bucklingstage floor, the disintegrating stage curtains and the outdated sound board equipment. More than 90,000

area residents use the facility every year. To find out more and show your support, search for “Cultural Activities Center” at www.Kickstarter.com.

Teams of volunteers have been sorting books for weeks inpreparation for the 6th annual Mid-Winter Used Book Sale setfor Feb. 12-15 at the Temple Public Library.Thousands of books presorted into more than 90 categoriesare offered in a comfortable, roomy setting at the annualevent sponsored by the Friends of the Temple Public Library. Fiction, non-fiction, children's books, cookbooks, biographies,mysteries, romance novels, art books, sports books, and com-puter books will be available.All types of paperbacks and hardback books have been donat-ed for the sale, and most books will be sold for $2 or less.Some current bestsellers, vintage books, and other specialtybooks will be priced slightly higher.Donations of books for the sale are accepted year round atthe Temple Public Library circulation

desk. Volunteers meet weekly throughout the year to sort books inpreparation for the four-day event.Building on the success of the Labor Day weekend used book sale, this

will be the sixth year for the Mid-Winter sale. Since its incep-tion more than 25 years ago, the Friends Used Book Sale haveraised many thousands of dollars for the Temple Public Libraryfor projects not covered by the regular library budget.

The public sale Feb. 12-15 will be held in the McLaneRoom on the third floor of the Temple Public Library in down-town Temple. Shopping hours will be 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. onWednesday and Thursday and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridayand Saturday. Members will have an advance opportunity toshop at the Members’ Night sale from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb.11. Memberships will be available at the door.

Susan Ghertner, H-E-B Director of Environmental Affairs will share valu-able eco-conscious information with businesses and individuals onWednesday, February 19 from 12 noon - 1pm at the Temple Chamber ofCommerce, 2 N. 5th Street. H-E-B has received numerous awards andrecognitions for their support and work tomake communities and schools greener. Theirinitiatives to conserve natural resources,being energy efficient, building green storesand school recycling, continues to raise thebar on environmental quality. "Hundreds ofnon-profit organizations have been supportedthrough the company's Community Investment Program in support ofenvironmental programs, stated Susan Ghertner. “We believe that ourwork to care for the environment not only makes us better neighbors buthelps us to serve the public better." H-E-B’s environmental sustainabilityprograms and the companies long-standing commitment to the commu-

nities they serve make it convenient for residentsto make environmentally sustainable choices intheir daily lives. Environmental education can have a positive impact in any setting. Forindividuals and businesses looking to engage in environmental educationKTB's Eco-Lunch & Learn is a perfect tool to get the message out that it

is easy being green. Each ses-sion raises awareness provid-ing tools to improve bothhome and work environ-ments. Each Eco Lunch &Learn is free to the public. As part of their continuedcommitment to Temple, H-E-

B and KTB are asking thatattendees bring 5 plastic bags for recycling to the event

and you will receive a free reusable bag. A wonderful lunch and goodieswill also be provided by HEB. To RSVP or to be a "Presenter" at future Eco Lunch & Learns, please con-tact Tanya Gray at (254) 493-4000 or tanya@keeptemplebeautiful.org.

Eco-Lunch and Learn with H-E-BBy: Tanya Gray, Keep Temple Beautiful

By: Susan Howe, Friends of the Temple Public Library

“We believe that our work to care for the

environment not only makes us better neighbors but

helps us to serve the public better."

-Susan Ghertner, H-E-B Director of Environmental Affairs

Join Keep Temple Beautiful for the first Eco-Lunch & Learn of 2014 andexplore some of the ways H-E-B is making sustainable practices a part ofhow they conduct business and how you can too!

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The Extra Mile

Some, who actually gothere, find it is like theSahara Desert. Almost noone else is there. Othersdon’t really go the extramile. They think, why amI doing this, no one else is,this is nuts! So, they stopgoing the extra mile. Forthose who keep going, therewards are great!Show up early, stay late, doextra work, engage more people,help a coworker, help your boss, gothe extra mile with a customer. Beattentive rather than just taking upspace. Offer to help. Offer to trainemployees. Let your initiativeshine. Don’t wait for an invitation,just do stuff that moves the compa-ny or is just the right thing to do.Lead from the front! Do the dirtylittle jobs and show other employ-ees how to do things.There is a corollary to Murphy’sLaw that goes, “In order to get any-

thing done, you have to do some-thing else first.” Instead of com-plaining about those things, decidethat you like to do what the peoplewho pay you want you to do anddo those little pop up tasks thatcome along. It often takes less timethan bringing them to someoneelse’s attention for resolution or adecision. Like the Nike line, “JustDo It!” As a decision maker, you need tofind ways to go the extra mile withyour customers. Often customerswill tell you exactly how you can

go the extra mile, if you are listen-ing. I had a friend who plannedand executed events for adults. Hehad a niche, was focused and was

doing fairly well. One ofhis clients asked himto do a birthday partyfor her pre-teendaughter. He said,“No.” because it was-n’t in his view of whathis company was allabout. He was asked asimilar question soonafter and still he said,“No.” He was proba-

bly asked about 6 timesover the course of a few monthsfrom his existing customers for thisnew service. Finally the light bulbcame on. Today, he has a thrivingpre-teen girl’s birthday party com-pany, in addition to his other com-

pany. Listen to your cus-tomers; they will pave theway for you to go the extramile.Anything a customer will pay you aprofitable price to do, as long as itisn't illegal or unethical, you should

do. If they want you to deliver out-side your regular area, price it fairlyand if they agree, do it! If they wantsomething special, if they'll pay youfor it, great. If the customer’s needsrequire you break a sweat and domanual labor, stop whining, roll upyour sleeves, and get paid.• If you just do what you want todo, you might be able to build abusiness. • If you will do what customerswant you to do, you can build anenduring business. • If you then go the extra mile, youcan build a greatly admired busi-ness.Whenever you do anything, thinkof that one special extra thing youcan do—Then Do It!Going the extra mile will make youstand out and in the long run that iswhat will make you incredibly suc-cessful.

The best managers have learned how to deal with problems without missinga beat. Now you can too! In this short, intensive and enjoyable seminar, you’ll learn how to effortlessly:

* Defuse tension* Derail toxic behavior* Defang even the most malicious employee

Energize your people and bring everyone together solidly as a team. Learn thepowerful strategies you need to solve your worst workplace problems.

Seminar Cost Highly DiscountedYour Chamber has worked out a great deal for you on the tuition. Managershave paid as much as $1,295 to hear Glenn Shepard speak. You, as a memberof the Temple Chamber, may attend this event for only $129, and your 4th com-pany registration is FREE!

Register by Friday, March 14. For more information, call the Temple Chamberof Commerce at (254) 773-2105.

By: Vane Hugo, The Entrepreneur Center of Central Texas

Almost everyone says they go the Extra Mile.Many even believe they do.

2014 Business SeminarMarch 18"How to SupervisePeople and Lead aTeam"

With GlennShepard