As a chamber of commerce, our members often ask for marketing advice. We’ve found that the best people to go out and advertise to small local businesses like our members are their customers. Companies in our region have a solid connection to the community, and using their successful prior business interactions is a perfect wayRead more
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Over the past few years, a rise in the ability to work remotely has driven scores of families across the country to leave costly urban areas in search of a better quality of life in smaller towns. Owatonna, Minnesota, is one area that has welcomed new residents. And, if you’re looking for a great place toRead more
Owatonna offers ways to explore the outdoors year-round with endless activities and wide-open spaces. Here’s your four-season recreation guide. Hikes in colorful fall foliage, snowshoeing through the woods on a blanket of white, hitting the back nine on a spring day or cooling off in the lazy river at the local water park are justRead more
We got a local to dish on how much he spends on things like rent, a cup of coffee or a night out. Owatonna, Minnesota, is what some may call a best-kept secret: Consistently ranked as one of the most livable small towns in the country, it’s welcoming and diverse, and it offers affordability, great schoolsRead more
From high school marching bands to nationally-known performers, the Owatonna community embraces music. It may be surprising to some, but Owatonna, Minnesota, is a veritable mecca for the musically inclined and a major destination on the map for lovers of marching bands. Click HERE to read more on the Livability article.Read more
Ready for your close-ups? Why the star of your next business video should be you No one knows your business like you do. While it may take some getting used to, you are your own best advocate and should be featured in your own business videos. People like to know who they are dealing with.Read more
If your website analytics have been stagnant for a while, you may be wondering what you can do to boost your traffic. Is it time to give your website a new look? We believe in supporting local businesses, so we’ve put some thought into the matter. Take a look at 3 tips for determining whetherRead more
Have you ever been stuck between multiple options and simply unable to make a decision? Of course, you have — you’re a human being. While the human brain is the most complex computing system known to man, people are still prone to finding big life decisions difficult. Nobody likes being paralyzed by a decision, yetRead more
It’s a new year and a new legislature in St. Paul. Some might say the political rhetoric stays the same. With that said, this year does feel different. There are obvious changes like one-party control of the Governor, House, and Senate. Or the small mountain of cash the government has in surplus right now (theRead more
Hustle culture is the sentiment that we’ve never quite worked enough. Despite how much we’ve put in on a given day, we can’t simply allow ourselves to rest and feel good about it. Hustle culture teaches us to be ever-critical of our own performance and to never stop improving. It’s the ominous whisper before we sleepRead more
