Many business owners are concerned about their company’s status and fail to realize the things they can do personally to improve their company. At a recent meeting of the Yorkville Area Chamber of Commerce, Leads Group II; Barry Kolanowski of The Compass Group educated members on how they could immediately begin to rethink their objectives and satisfy their client needs as well as their own.

Barry’s presentation on “Five Things You Should Know in Business & Why,” gave insight into different areas individuals can improve to make themselves more successful in their industry. According to Barry, one of the best ways to achieve goals is to focus on the short term. Planning for the near future allows you to revise goals as needed, especially if you are new to your industry or are forming a new revenue stream.

Another way to improve your personal and professional lives is to have a team of people that you rely on for certain values. Do you have someone that will tell you the truth, unconditionally; not just what you want to hear, that you value in your life?

If you would like additional information regarding personal and professional relationships and ways to maximize them while navigating challenging times and market trends, contact Barry Kolanowski at barry@thecompassgroup.org. Barry is a Motivational Speaker and Certified Life Coach who has conducted numerous speeches to many groups on a variety of topics.

YACC’s Leads Group II is a non-compete networking group that focuses on business building, sharing networking opportunities and generating business for members through referrals. The leads group currently has over 20 active businesses within its membership and meets weekly on Thursdays from 12:30-1:30pm. The group is currently seeking new members. If you are interested in visiting the YACC Lead’s Group II, please contact the group’s facilatator, Colanne Schwemlein of Colanne’s Accounting and Tax Service at 815-786-6050 or the YACC Office at 630-553-6853.

Mike Prendeville, of Task Force Cleaning, gave the Leads Group II an update on his business. In addition to what one would expect, such as commercial and residential cleaning, Mike has expanded into several areas. He now has a 3-person crew to take care of residential jobs, which makes for a very efficient and thorough cleaning. He can custom-design the cleaning priorities to fit the needs of the budget, and the desires of the customer. A custom-designed program can even include green products.

In addtion, Mike is going to be purchasing a van to house a mobile carpet cleaning system. His current system is designed for commercial use, or residences that are empty. The new equipment will be more flexible and maneuverable.

As a reminder, he told the group that he can provide deck power-washing and staining, and floor stripping and waxing.

Mike also described an aspect of his business that appeals to landlords and other property managers. He can provide cleaning services for move-ins, move-outs and other cleaning issues.

Thanks, Mike, for a great talk! We will all be thinking of you and bring you new leads!

Stephanie Roskopf and Glen Skoff from Yorkville Auto Body today gave a presentation to the Yorkville Area Chamber of Comerce Leads Group II. Stephanie is the manager of the shop, while Glen is the owner.