Spotlight Tier Member Serving Southern Minnesota and beyond since 1981, Curt’s Truck & Diesel Service, Inc. is a family owned and operated full-service truck dealership. They cater to the trucking, farming, construction, snow removal industries and many more. Curt’s Truck & Diesel Service is built on small business values with a mission to work hardRead more
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CEOs today are increasingly sensitive to creating more inclusive leave policies. Although you may concentrate more on engagement activities such as fancy corporate retreats, today’s employees are looking for more inclusivity. Note that nuclear families — consisting of a father, mother, and 2.2 biological children — don’t represent the typical American family structure. A studyRead more
The talent shortage is affecting businesses across a variety of industries. As our world has moved firmly into the digital age, more and more businesses are looking to hire employees who have digital skills, including web design, digital marketing, social media and more. However, many businesses are finding that there just aren’t enough job applicantsRead more
Major disasters like earthquakes, acts of terror, and widespread power outages, though relatively rare, can have a devastating impact on your business. However, even more common and seemingly less detrimental emergencies like burst pipes, electrical fires, or server failure can have a surprisingly crippling effect. Many companies have a plan in place for worst-case scenarioRead more
They say that you only get one chance to make a first impression, and nowhere is that more important than in the retail industry. You’ll need to draw customers into your store from the moment they step foot inside, and this requires care and attention to detail when planning the entrance to your shop. Here’sRead more
Maybe you’ve heard the value of word-of-mouth advertising; according to Nielsen ratings, 92% of consumers trust their friends’ and family’s recommendation over traditional advertising. That doesn’t mean you can simply sit back and assume that the quality of your product is so much better than your competition’s that customers will be raving about it toRead more
Thinking about saving some money on your next business remodeling project by doing the work yourself? Before you start ripping down walls and installing new fixtures, you might want to re-think whether or not doing your own renovation work is really worth it. Unless you’re a professional contractor, chances are good this is one projectRead more
In 2008, Taliban militants, who had taken over the Swat Valley of Pakistan the previous year, banned girls from going to school. This edict hit an 11-year-old girl hard. Malala, who loved her school and loved getting an education, began to blog about her school’s closing for the BBC. When the Pakistani Army started fightingRead more
Cabela’s is more than just a store. It’s an immersive, interactive experience with a towering display of taxidermied wildlife mounts and a stately buck statue that immerse guests in the excitement of the outdoors as soon as they arrive. A leader in the outdoor industry for more than 60 years, Cabela’s brought its team ofRead more
Courtyard by Marriott Owatonna, MN ABOUT Located in the heart of downtown Owatonna, The Courtyard Owatonna Downtown provides a seamless, convenient transition between work, play and rest. Experience the new state-of-the-art lobby and guestrooms or enjoy breakfast or drinks at The Bistro. Your stay at Courtyard Owatonna Downtown is more than just a trip –Read more
