Better Business
It's in the service...
As human beings, it is in our blood to be of service to others. We at Chic Total Business Services know that outstanding service is what sets every small business apart from "the big guys". Whether it's assisting with writing a business plan, building a website that truly represents your brand, providing top-notch public relations, writing a new software program or editing a screenplay — it's about service. As a small business, consultant, non-profit agency or artist, you pride yourself on giving your very best. And to make it better, your service is driven by passion and by a desire to succeed. We at Chic are here to help. Why? Because for us — it's all in the service.
Client Quotes
Our Business Services
Chrissie with Chic worked independently and produced the desired results within the times specified. Every one of our colleagues found her easy to speak with, and effective at producing results. She learned her tasks quickly, and continues to excel at performing the job.

Jen Brown »

Treasurer
Hudson Mohawk Traditional Dances
The NYSCA grant was a huge project. With the the new energy of folks like Ian & Chrissie, all bubbling over with enthusiasm, etc, the paperwork will seem less tedious.

Paul Rosenberg »

Co-Founder and Past President
Dance Flurry Festival
Chrissie is amazingly efficient and extremely organized. I can send her an email or leave her a phone message and she usually gets back to me in the same day, often within an hour or two. I appreciate that she keeps phone tag to a minimum.

Bill Matthieson »

President
Hudson Mohawk Traditional Dances
Bookkeeping & Accounting
Bookkeeping & Accounting
As small business people ourselves, we know that the last thing you want to do at the end of the day is your books. Quickbooks® has certainly made it easier to keep track of business income and expenses, but do you really want to sit there and plug in the information when you're tired, when your time could be better spent finishing a project, or when you could be networking with like-minded folks who will lead you to more business? We at Chic Total Business Services understand your pain and are here to offer our staff to handle your bookkeeping at reasonable rates. We're quick, organized, and best-of-all, trained in many types of business accounting. We are seasoned professionals who will not just plug in your numbers; we will offer you insightful comments based in real business experience on how to cut expenses, run more efficiently and fatten up your bottom line. Our success speaks for itself and we are happy to offer references for our work.
Web Development
Temporary Office Assistance
Are you overwhelmed by a project with a tight deadline? Our staff are well-versed in office software programs. You supply the desk and/or computer and we will get right to work. Hourly and project rates are available.
Multimedia Design
Chic's creative team stands ready to deliver high-quality multimedia and marketing design solutions. We stay up to the minute with today's leading design technologies and techniques including motion graphics, interactive web design, graphic design and branding/identity development. As a team, we continually challenge ourselves to make each project better than the last. Our ability to impact your business future is measurable in our past results. We are also proud to offer downloadable digital media kits that save you printing and paper costs. It's simple, dynamic, and cost effective. We get it.
Multimedia Design & Web Development
Web Development
Chic's seasoned developers understand the value of a website that is user-friendly, secure, cross-browser compatible, and built upon strict web standards. Additionally, we understand the importance in search engine rankings that get your site noticed. We are experts in Search Engine Optimization and can guide you in your "rise to the top". We are proficient in various programming technologies, such as combining XHTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP into powerful and dynamic productions. And as if all of this weren't enough, a built-in admin system makes it easy for you to maintain your own site, giving you more power and freedom. Challenge us... we dare you.
Multimedia Design
Publicity
So now you have a wonderful product; a novel, paintings, sculptures, a product to sell, a program to push — something that just has to be shared with the public. We at Chic Total Business Services know from experience how intimidating it can be to go out and talk yourself up — to blow your own horn. You're an artist or a business person and we know you'd prefer to be spending your time making art in whatever form you've chosen, or busy producing the product you need to sell. But you're also serious about making money and you need your brand to become a household name. Chic Total Business Services is proud to have an on-staff publicist who knows how to get you noticed. We've done it for many others — so why not you?
Web Development
Copywriting & Editing
It can be tough to find the right words to describe exactly what you're trying to say, what service it is you're really providing, or the most concise content for your website or marketing materials. Maybe it's a difficult letter you’re trying to write to a vendor or customer you really don't want to lose. We at Chic Total Business Services are here to help and will keep at it until you're happy right down to the last apostrophe, comma, and period. Your next book proposal, query letter, or business plan is in the right hands.
Copywriting, Editing & Grant Writing
Grant Writing
These days it is tougher than ever to find funding and we at Chic know how challenging it can be to acquire a grant writer. We are willing to give you references to a handful of our successful grant writers. And if you'd like to try your hand at grant writing and need guidance, we'll be happy to walk you through the process. We are here to give you clear instruction, introduce you to helpful sites, and even network you with other grant writers if we don't have the right one for you.