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U DowJones 17,868.76 +139.55 U S&P 500 2068.59 +21.85 U Nasdaq 4787.65 +61.64 Marketwatch D u r i n g t he month of February, not even the work- place is immune to the hearts, choco- lates, and flowers associated with Val- entine's Day. The L- word is everywhere, and while you may not want to hear about your employ- ees' love interests, there is actually one that you should be concerned about. More and more, workers desire to find jobs and employers they love. Simply putting in the hours in order to get a paycheck isn't enough any- more. Employees want to love their jobs, and it's up to employers to help make that happen. In the past 10 years alone, the research has made it abundantly clear that happy employees benefit their companies. After all, it's not surpris- ing that workers who enjoy their responsibilities, like their work environment, and admire their employers are going to perform better. And while love can be fickle, there are five sure-fire ways to make your employees fall in love with their jobs. Bumpup compensation You may not be able to buy love, but employees' sal- aries and overall compen- sation packages do impact their feelings toward their employers. Garry Spinks, co-founder of a human cap- ital and marketing analyt- ics firm, told Forbes, "The more attractive the pack- age, the more employees will feel engaged with the organization for which they work. The result is a more productive workforce and a positive boost to the or- ganization's bottom line." But, this really even goes beyond just engaging em- ployees — it can be a deal breaker. Forbes has pre- dicted that "2015 will be the year of choice for employ- ees and choose they will. Employers may not have a choice but to raise wages if they want to prevent people from leaving." Bring equipment up to date Gifts are always a good way to someone's heart, and for many employees, the simple gift of updated software or an upgraded computer may be just the key. According to Inc.com, a survey by PGi, a leading global provider of collabora- tion software and services, showed that almost 20 percent of employees sur- veyed want better technol- ogy from their employers in 2015. Old, outdated equip- ment can leave employees feeling frustrated and un- dervalued, and that's not good for performance or retention. Cancel those meetings Alone time is important in all relationships, and that includes within the workplace. The majority of employ- ees, especially top performers, are sick and tired of attend- ing meeting after meeting. The article from Inc.com claims that "American businesses waste an estimated $37 bil- lion each day on unneces- sary meetings, with employ- ees suffering as a result." In fact, the article names wast- ing time in meetings as one of the top three things busi- nesses should stop doing this year. Support their personal goals In order for workers to love and support their em- ployers, they need to feel supported in return. And that support needs to ex- tend past workplace goals and bolster their efforts to meet personal goals as well. A writer for Entrepreneur cites a personal example of some team members saying weight management and exercise were big personal goals, for the year. "My company then arranged for its employee benefits to include a gym member- ship and health allowance." PGi's survey also reported that more than one out of 10 employees hoped to pursue additional education op- portunities this year, which gives employers the oppor- tunity to extend tuition re- imbursement programs and accommodate class sched- ules with flex-times. Listen to their suggestions Fostering and maintain- ing love requires a lot of lis- tening. Few employers seem to be listening to the frus- trations and opinions em- ployees have shared over the years, according to Forbes. "Employers conduct annual employee engagement sur- veys year after year, even though nothing is done with the information. Or if something is done, employ- ees are never told or they don't see the results." So, in order to avoid conflicts and painful break-ups, com- panies need to really listen to their workers, implement as many of the requests as possible, and make their at- tempts very visible. People like being in love, and most employees wish they were in love with their jobs. Nobody likes going to work five days a week and feeling disengaged, unap- preciated, and passionless. But, by making just a few changes, employers can make it much easier for em- ployees to fall in love with their businesses. And those changes will be well worth it when businesses then ex- perience the results of the power of love. LisaHansenownsExpress Employment Profession- als, 243 S. Main St. in Red Bluff and can be reached at 527-0727. EMPLOYERS 5 ways to make your employees love their jobs The Red Bluff-Tehama County Chamber of Com- merce announces 2015 Red Bluff Round-Up Parade en- try forms are available in our office or online at www. redbluffchamber.com. The parade is set for Sat- urday, April 18, with the theme of "Legends & Leg- acy of the Red Bluff Round- Up." BEAM The Chamber Business Expo And Mixer reports a record number of regis- trants. The event is scheduled 5-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19 at the Red Bluff Commu- nity Center, 1500 S. Jack- son St. This is an excellent op- portunity for all local busi- nesses and organizations to showcase what they have to offer to the Red Bluff and the Tehama County com- munity. This event will feature a record number of more than 70 vendors form all categories of business, or- ganizations and events. The cost is only $50 per table. The registrants will bring props, tell their story and will make it fun. The sky is the limit for this event. The event is open to the public with no admission fee. Delicious appetizers will be included in the event prepared by Cook Red Bluff and a no host bar hosted by the Round-Up Saloon. There will be door prizes and raffles. Grand prize give away to some fortu- nate person at the event is a flat screen television. Send an email to jason@ redbluffchamber.com or call 527-6220 ext. 301 for more information. Thanks renewing members The chamber team would like to say a big thank you to all our mem- bers that renewed their membership this past month. Your continued support is what keeps your chamber working to promote all that is Red Bluff and Tehama County: 3CORE, Inc., American Cancer Society, Ameri- canWest Bank, Bank of America, BloodSource, CareNet Pregnancy Cen- ter, Carlitos Mexican Res- taurant LLC, Comfort Inn, Costco Wholesales #133, Crossroads Feed and Ranch, Enjoy Magazine, Etzler Financial Advisors, LLC, Gregg Frey, CPA, Growney Brothers Rodeo, Kremer Family Chiroprac- tic, Liberty Tax Service, Moule's Tehama County Glass, Inc., Nine Mile Hill Ranch, North State Blinds & Draperies, Northern Cal- ifornia Property Manage- ment, Pain Whisperer, Red Bluff Auto Clinic, Red Bluff Daily News, Red Bluff In- dustrial Electric, Red Bluff Round-Up Association, So- roptimist International of Red Bluff, State Theatre For The Arts, Sunrise Ro- tary of Red Bluff, Sunrise Speakers — Toastmasters International, Tehama Es- tates, Tehama Together, Umpqua Bank Red Bluff and Walker Printing. Cowboy Golf Tournament April 17 The Chamber Cow- boy Golf Tournament will have more prizes than ever. First prize will be flat screen televisions. The tournament is set for 9 a.m. Friday, April 17 at Wilcox Oaks Golf Club in Red Bluff. Lots of prizes, fun and a chance to play with Pro Ro- deo Cowboys. It was very successful and full field last year so don't miss your opportu- nity to play in the best tour- nament of the year. Regis- tration deadline is April 10. Register at www.red- bluffchamber.com or call 527-6220 ext 301. Be in compliance for 2015 E mploy ment l aw changes for 2015. Order your Employment Post- ers now for 2015 from the chamber by calling 527- 6220 ext 301. An Oscar Viewing Party Prime Cinemas presents a live Oscar telecast in partnership with the cham- ber at 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22, with the doors opening at 4 p.m. Admission is free. The event will have beer and wine available and a ballot competition for the night's nominations. Great prizes and raffle tickets will be part of the fun. Red car- pet attire encouraged as a Studio 530 photo booth op- tion will be part of the fab- ulous evening. Thank you to our donors Dales Carpet and Studio 530 Photography. Calendar of events The 2015 Tehama County Calendar of Events, pub- lished by the chamber, is available at the chamber office and at www.redbluff- chamber.com. The calendar lists more than 250 events taking place in our area through- out the year. Thousands of the calen- dars are distributed to ho- tels, restaurants, motels, RV Parks, tourists centers, visitors, city and county of- fices as well as to local resi- dents each year. In addition, the calen- dar will be included in all visitor information and re- location packets that are mailed out as a result of in- quiries and requests. RED BLUFF CHAMBER Ro un d- Up P ar ad e en tr y fo rm s av ai la bl e Cornerstone Commu- nity Bancorp recently an- nounced the completion of the process of forming a bank holding company and the transfer of owner- ship of Cornerstone Com- munity Bank to Corner- stone Community Bancorp. The bank became a wholly-owned subsidiary of the company on Jan. 30. In addition, existing shares of the bank's common stock were converted into an equal number of shares of the company's common stock. Shareholders hold- ing physical certificates of bank stock may, but are not required to, surrender and exchange their certificates for new certificates in the company. "We are excited to have completed this next step in our strategic process," said Jeffrey Finck, president and CEO. "The creation of Cornerstone Community Bancorp provides us with additional flexibility when it comes to growth oppor- tunities and business alter- natives." Cornerstone is a Califor- nia state-chartered bank with its headquarters office in Red Bluff and a branch office in Redding. The bank provides commercial bank- ing services, including a wide variety of deposit products and real estate, construction, commercial and consumer loans to small businesses, profes- sionals and individuals. Additional information about the bank is avail- able on its website at www. bankcornerstone.com. Financial results The bank announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended Dec. 31, 2014. The bank reported net income of $254,000 for the three months compared to net income of $256,000 for the same period last year. Current quarter re- sults were impacted by the $171,000 provision for income taxes as the bank became fully taxable dur- ing 2014. Income before income taxes increased by 59% for the three months. Diluted earnings per share for the three months were $0.19 compared to $0.20 for the same period last year. Net income for the year was $779,000, or $0.59 per diluted share compared to net income of $1,073,000, or $0.83 per diluted share, for the year ended Dec. 31, 2013. Current year results were impacted by the $519,000 provision for income taxes as the bank became fully taxable during 2014. In- come before income taxes increased by 20% for the year compared to the same period last year. The return on average assets for the three months was 0.68% and the return on average equity was 7.43%. For the year, the re- turn on average assets was 0.55% and the return on av- erage equity was 5.91%. "We are pleased with our fourth quarter and full year results, particu- larly the 59% growth in in- come before income taxes during the fourth quar- ter and the 38% growth in loans during the year," Finck said. "This perfor- mance and our recent for- mation of the bank hold- ing company, Cornerstone Community Bancorp, po- sition us well for future growth and opportunities." CO RNE RS TO NE Local bank forms holding company CORNING The cham- ber's monthly get together, Corning in the Evening, will be hosted tomorrow, Feb. 12, by Northern Cal- ifornia Child Develop- ment Inc., Tehama County Head Start and Early Head Start. Corning's Head Start is at 617 Fig Lane. Every- one is welcome to come and see what Head Start is all about and mingle with other businesses and con- cerned citizens. Bring your business card for a chance to win a door prize. Re- freshments will be served. Pancake breakfast The Corning Youth Bowl- ers are having a pancake breakfast 8-11 a.m. Sunday at Java Lanes, 2075 Solano St. The proceeds will go to- ward a trip to Brentwood in April for the State Bowl- ing Tournament. For infor- mation call 824-3500. Valentine Sweetheart Ball Everyone is invited to the American Legion Post 45 sponsored dinner and dance 6-11 p.m. Saturday at the Corning Veterans Me- morial Hall, 1620 Solano St. There will be a hand sliced New York steak dinner, dance band and a no-host wine and beer bar. Dinner is at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 single or $35 for a couple. For more information call 209-3415. Proceeds benefit the American Legion Post 45 for scholarships and community projects. Take your sweetheart to a nice dinner and dance for Val- entine's Day. Corning Chamber website The Chamber would like to encourage you to use our website, www.corningca- chamber.org. As members you may add events to the calendar for approval. If you have any problems log- ging in to our site, call us at 824-5550. We will also include your event in our newsletter. CO RNI NG C HA MB E R Corning in the Evening set tomorrow DAILYNEWSFILEPHOTO Red Bluff Round-Up Parade is scheduled for Saturday, April 18. 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