Today I met with Deb Kazle, the Chamber administrator to find out more information about the Zimmerman Chamber of Commerce. I’ve debated on whether or not to join a local chamber, and if so, which one. I decided to join the Zimmerman chamber. Even though I live in Big Lake, I am actually closer to Zimmerman which is where we do our quick shopping and buy gas.

The chamber is in the process of having their site redesigned. Once that is done, Digital Teardrops will be listed as a member.

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I am creating  a new website that will feature a blog and a directory. As I learn about the Sherburne area, I am going to introduce the area residents to our community. I’m sure there a lot of people who haven’t ventured very far beyond their own worlds. Hopefully, people will find value in what I present!

Down the road I will add a community directory that will list all of the area businesses and organizations.

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I have been very fortunate to be hired as a virtual assistant to Steve and Jean Hanson, owners of an online janitorial community. I am excited by this opportunity because I am able to use many of my skills while still working from home.

Steve and Jean are wonderful people. We actually met them because Dave signed up on their website to help him start up his new janitorial company. We were amazed that they from Brainerd. Steve called Dave up shortly after he signed up to see if he could stop by and meet Dave in person. We were very impressed that Steve would go out of his way to do that. Dave told Steve about me and it happened that Jean needed a new assistant. I was in Tennessee taking the kids for visitation when Jean called to interview me.

I have a lot to learn about their membership site software, but it presents a challenge that I look forward to.

See their site at: http://www.thejanitorialstore.com

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We have finally moved into our new home and are settling down. It is going to take some time to get all of my equipment set up. I have one computer that I can use now. I am not taking any new video projects or new websites yet, so that will give me time to get ready.

Meanwhile, we are enjoying exploring our new surroundings.

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