Consumer spending rebounds in July
Ace makes case to renovate
Toys 'R' Us recalling art sets because of lead level
Unlocking iPhones could lead to legal problems
Business zooming for Corvette restorer
There's big money in big-name sneakers
Inside Entrepreneurship: Taking the first steps to start a business
Burger bottleneck breaker
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Friday, August 31, 2007
Thursday, August 30, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Company putting Wi-Fi in downtown Billings, Montana
Japan's Warp-Speed Ride to Internet Future
What's New: Eagle extreme sports store opens
EarthLink exits deal to offer free Wi-Fi in San Francisco
American to boost flight times
Ruling Shields Small Businesses From Regulations
Playing Detective in a Patent Case
Amazon delivers groceries on time, but site lacks bells
Organic food no longer a niche
Vista service pack coming
Japan's Warp-Speed Ride to Internet Future
What's New: Eagle extreme sports store opens
EarthLink exits deal to offer free Wi-Fi in San Francisco
American to boost flight times
Ruling Shields Small Businesses From Regulations
Playing Detective in a Patent Case
Amazon delivers groceries on time, but site lacks bells
Organic food no longer a niche
Vista service pack coming
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Business Articles of Note
MySpace could lift ban on commerce
Wal-Mart considers new store formats
Gateway failed to adapt to changing field
China blames toy recalls on faulty U.S. designs
CBH Homes lists offerings on eBay
HP to launch printing campaign
Miami firm unleashes personalized avatars
Barbie mp3's a winner
Internet is no longer the next big thing
Wal-Mart considers new store formats
Gateway failed to adapt to changing field
China blames toy recalls on faulty U.S. designs
CBH Homes lists offerings on eBay
HP to launch printing campaign
Miami firm unleashes personalized avatars
Barbie mp3's a winner
Internet is no longer the next big thing
Monday, August 27, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Dornoff Consulting Group
Custom electronics installers see, hear growth
Private companies that are zooming
Dunkin' Donuts dumping most trans fats
Two years later, New Orleans coffeehouse is back in business
AT&T goes door to door for sales
A generation's trash, another era's treasure
Consumers said to spend more in July
Your Ad Here, on My S.U.V.? And You’ll Pay?
Late to Web Retailing? There’s Still Money There
At 30,000 Feet, Finding a Captive Audience for Advertising
Retailers find their profit from HDTV sales fading away
Custom electronics installers see, hear growth
Private companies that are zooming
Dunkin' Donuts dumping most trans fats
Two years later, New Orleans coffeehouse is back in business
AT&T goes door to door for sales
A generation's trash, another era's treasure
Consumers said to spend more in July
Your Ad Here, on My S.U.V.? And You’ll Pay?
Late to Web Retailing? There’s Still Money There
At 30,000 Feet, Finding a Captive Audience for Advertising
Retailers find their profit from HDTV sales fading away
Sunday, August 26, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Grains of Montana spreading its seeds across nation
Planned fitness center aims to be upscale, not elitist
Back-to-school tech, learning may conflict
New ATM saves time and money
Good help is hard to find
Ugg's arrival just in time for winter
Adversity is the best teacher
Park service donors ready to help upgrade cherished wilderness
Entrepreneurs invited to technology grant workshop
'Live-work' units enliven industrial areas
Starting own business tough, but satisfying
Facebook gets personal with its ad-targeting plan
Small Talk: Post-Katrina: Small businesses still rebuilding
Retail Notebook: Clutch a work of art that spouts spunk and style
Planned fitness center aims to be upscale, not elitist
Back-to-school tech, learning may conflict
New ATM saves time and money
Good help is hard to find
Ugg's arrival just in time for winter
Adversity is the best teacher
Park service donors ready to help upgrade cherished wilderness
Entrepreneurs invited to technology grant workshop
'Live-work' units enliven industrial areas
Starting own business tough, but satisfying
Facebook gets personal with its ad-targeting plan
Small Talk: Post-Katrina: Small businesses still rebuilding
Retail Notebook: Clutch a work of art that spouts spunk and style
Saturday, August 25, 2007
Books to Read...
Here is some books I recommend. There is links that will take you to the Amazon website to purchase them.
Try to books and see what you can take from them.
Try to books and see what you can take from them.
Friday, August 24, 2007
Business Articles of Note
New-home sales rise, factory orders up
NJ teen unlocks iPhone from AT&T network
Macy's new ads rely on star power
Wal-Mart increases toy testing
China threatens recall retaliation
Graco warns customers of safety issue on ComfortSport car seat
Safety problems bear down on Chinese manufacturer
Four clothing retailers deliver mixed bag of earnings reports
Venture Capital: Think you can call each play?
Site is like 'suggestion box for the Internet'
Inside Entrepreneurship: Passion and determination help achieve business dreams
NJ teen unlocks iPhone from AT&T network
Macy's new ads rely on star power
Wal-Mart increases toy testing
China threatens recall retaliation
Graco warns customers of safety issue on ComfortSport car seat
Safety problems bear down on Chinese manufacturer
Four clothing retailers deliver mixed bag of earnings reports
Venture Capital: Think you can call each play?
Site is like 'suggestion box for the Internet'
Inside Entrepreneurship: Passion and determination help achieve business dreams
Thursday, August 23, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Fewer people sign up for jobless claims
Recall of lead-tainted goods expands
Class of 2011 encouraged to adopt greener lifestyle
Small Web radio stations balk at deal on royalties
At some gas stations, it pays to use cash
Back to the DeLorean
What's New: Store has party goods for all ‘Occasionz'
Mastering the material
India faces skilled manpower shortage
AT&T’s Overstuffed iPhone Bills Annoy Customers
As Industries Wane, Entrepreneurs Reinvent
Companies cheer lower gas prices
PCC getting rid of plastic shopping bags
Internet gives television a run for its money
Business niche comes 'round
Recall of lead-tainted goods expands
Class of 2011 encouraged to adopt greener lifestyle
Small Web radio stations balk at deal on royalties
At some gas stations, it pays to use cash
Back to the DeLorean
What's New: Store has party goods for all ‘Occasionz'
Mastering the material
India faces skilled manpower shortage
AT&T’s Overstuffed iPhone Bills Annoy Customers
As Industries Wane, Entrepreneurs Reinvent
Companies cheer lower gas prices
PCC getting rid of plastic shopping bags
Internet gives television a run for its money
Business niche comes 'round
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Wal-Mart: Melamine traces in dog treats
Dark chocolate captures a marketing sweet spot
Wal-Mart Offers DRM-Free Music Downloads
U.S. retailers' sales climb 2.7% from year-ago period
Hotels see year-over-year increases in statistics
Toy recall not a problem for local businesses
Balihoo creates search engine for media buyers
Scam Alert: Keep your laptop out of the hands of thieves
Counterfeit imports flood into Southland's ports
U.S., China fought push to police imported toys
In Business With Your Children
Fire leaves entrepreneurs floundering
Startup's plan: To make fuel from algae
Dark chocolate captures a marketing sweet spot
Wal-Mart Offers DRM-Free Music Downloads
U.S. retailers' sales climb 2.7% from year-ago period
Hotels see year-over-year increases in statistics
Toy recall not a problem for local businesses
Balihoo creates search engine for media buyers
Scam Alert: Keep your laptop out of the hands of thieves
Counterfeit imports flood into Southland's ports
U.S., China fought push to police imported toys
In Business With Your Children
Fire leaves entrepreneurs floundering
Startup's plan: To make fuel from algae
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Back to school — Parents and kids gear up for one of year's biggest shopping seasons
Duel between disc formats heats up
Two Studios to Support HD DVD Over Rival
Adobe Flash is a big step up
Outcry on China goods isn't political, European Union says
Wal-Mart stores, Idaho join forces to offer local produce
Survey: Economic problems aren't going away
A Resource Center Even a Microsoft Hater Can Love
Small-business owners vent their regulation frustration
'Believe in Made in China' aims to rebuild trust
Duel between disc formats heats up
Two Studios to Support HD DVD Over Rival
Adobe Flash is a big step up
Outcry on China goods isn't political, European Union says
Wal-Mart stores, Idaho join forces to offer local produce
Survey: Economic problems aren't going away
A Resource Center Even a Microsoft Hater Can Love
Small-business owners vent their regulation frustration
'Believe in Made in China' aims to rebuild trust
Monday, August 20, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Photo gallery by Red Lodge seeks niche market
Softening the blow of being let go
American Airlines sues Google
Building a Brand Name, via Business Cards
It’s Time to Get Professional About Getting Organized
A Soap That Goes to the Mat
Introverts, Start Writing
Despite housing turmoil, economic indicators upbeat for future
A USB server that shares
Software Notebook: Penny Arcade Expo itself will be a game
Workplace Coach: The best leaders are a mixture of styles
Softening the blow of being let go
American Airlines sues Google
Building a Brand Name, via Business Cards
It’s Time to Get Professional About Getting Organized
A Soap That Goes to the Mat
Introverts, Start Writing
Despite housing turmoil, economic indicators upbeat for future
A USB server that shares
Software Notebook: Penny Arcade Expo itself will be a game
Workplace Coach: The best leaders are a mixture of styles
Sunday, August 19, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Businesses need new techniques to find workers
Meatpacking remakes rural U.S. towns
Home Depot settles waste dumping suit
It's a hot season for retail
School supply lists create shopping must-haves for students
Restaurants act as retail magnets
Yahoo puts faith in ever-changing Smart Ads
Resources for students looking to start a business
A family tries 12 months without 'Made in China'
Harmon's taps gourmet on-the-go customers with new format
Bike man comes full circle: Changing gears to stay in the peloton
Reshaping: CEOs may encounter resistance in changing company 'culture'
Idaho Small business owners can air concerns over regulations
Taking workplace lessons from life-or-death stories
When a Television Is Suitable for Framing
Retail Notebook: Each of his gourmet ingredients has a story
Barbie doll's cost rose little since '59
Meatpacking remakes rural U.S. towns
Home Depot settles waste dumping suit
It's a hot season for retail
School supply lists create shopping must-haves for students
Restaurants act as retail magnets
Yahoo puts faith in ever-changing Smart Ads
Resources for students looking to start a business
A family tries 12 months without 'Made in China'
Harmon's taps gourmet on-the-go customers with new format
Bike man comes full circle: Changing gears to stay in the peloton
Reshaping: CEOs may encounter resistance in changing company 'culture'
Idaho Small business owners can air concerns over regulations
Taking workplace lessons from life-or-death stories
When a Television Is Suitable for Framing
Retail Notebook: Each of his gourmet ingredients has a story
Barbie doll's cost rose little since '59
Saturday, August 18, 2007
What about a blog?
Many businesses (obviously including myself) have started blogs to keep their customers more informed and hopefully bring customers to their website and business.
I highly recommend a blog as an additional form of promotion. So what can you do with a blog?
-You can have a weekly newsletter or article on your products and services including how to articles that assist your customers.
-Inform you customers when new products arrive so they can be the first to get them.
-Post articles of relevance to your customers and your business.
-Let your customers know about important sales, special events or times you may be closed due to special circumstances.
When I first started my blog I was amazed how easy it truly was. I just went to blogger.com which is the service I use, there is a link to start a blog, then you pick out a template and get started. Also there is areas where you can post links and descriptions about yourself and your company. There is many blogging services available but from my experience so far, Blogger is about the easiest I have found.
Just remember to have fun!!
I highly recommend a blog as an additional form of promotion. So what can you do with a blog?
-You can have a weekly newsletter or article on your products and services including how to articles that assist your customers.
-Inform you customers when new products arrive so they can be the first to get them.
-Post articles of relevance to your customers and your business.
-Let your customers know about important sales, special events or times you may be closed due to special circumstances.
When I first started my blog I was amazed how easy it truly was. I just went to blogger.com which is the service I use, there is a link to start a blog, then you pick out a template and get started. Also there is areas where you can post links and descriptions about yourself and your company. There is many blogging services available but from my experience so far, Blogger is about the easiest I have found.
Just remember to have fun!!
Friday, August 17, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Recall of Chinese toys draws attention to European makers
Retail trio's profits climb
Recalls may hamper holiday toy sales
Housing starts hit 10-year low
Gap touts improvements for overseas workers
When Opportunity Knocks and Knocks
Fewer choices in mortgage market
Inside Entrepreneurship: Funding possible without a patent
Retail trio's profits climb
Recalls may hamper holiday toy sales
Housing starts hit 10-year low
Gap touts improvements for overseas workers
When Opportunity Knocks and Knocks
Fewer choices in mortgage market
Inside Entrepreneurship: Funding possible without a patent
Thursday, August 16, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Toy industry challenged by disposal plan
Do baby bibs exceed levels for lead?
Idaho companies set another record for exports
Family enterprise wants to expand to next level
Preparing a disaster plan gets serious
Rising food prices squeeze consumers
Self-employed feel pinch after evacuation
What's worn beneath surfaces at Nordstrom
At Netflix, Victory for Voices Over Keystrokes
Toy Makers Brace for a Chill in Sales
Chinese Want to Cut Slice Going to U.S. Middlemen
Do baby bibs exceed levels for lead?
Idaho companies set another record for exports
Family enterprise wants to expand to next level
Preparing a disaster plan gets serious
Rising food prices squeeze consumers
Self-employed feel pinch after evacuation
What's worn beneath surfaces at Nordstrom
At Netflix, Victory for Voices Over Keystrokes
Toy Makers Brace for a Chill in Sales
Chinese Want to Cut Slice Going to U.S. Middlemen
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
Business Articles of Note
For U.S. consumers, allure of Chinese goods still price
Retail sector flunking test to entice consumers
Consumer prices edge up by smallest amount in 8 months as gasoline prices fall
Travelocity fined $183,000 for booking trips to Cuba
U.S.-Made Toys Benefit From China’s Troubles
Washington’s Small Businesses Tap Into Green Power
Nokia warns of millions of defective cell phone batteries
New boss at Eddie Bauer lays out a turn-around strategy
Retail sector flunking test to entice consumers
Consumer prices edge up by smallest amount in 8 months as gasoline prices fall
Travelocity fined $183,000 for booking trips to Cuba
U.S.-Made Toys Benefit From China’s Troubles
Washington’s Small Businesses Tap Into Green Power
Nokia warns of millions of defective cell phone batteries
New boss at Eddie Bauer lays out a turn-around strategy
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Mattel could announce 2nd toy recall
Yahoo tops Google in satisfaction survey
Retail sales present pleasant surprise
Trade deficit falls to 4-month low reflecting record exports
Click on 'Business' for Dells with XP
Brazil shows economy can be green and healthy
Businesses keep tradition of at-home dinners alive
Selling Television Sets by Turning Up the Glamour
Digital disconnect
Yahoo tops Google in satisfaction survey
Retail sales present pleasant surprise
Trade deficit falls to 4-month low reflecting record exports
Click on 'Business' for Dells with XP
Brazil shows economy can be green and healthy
Businesses keep tradition of at-home dinners alive
Selling Television Sets by Turning Up the Glamour
Digital disconnect
Monday, August 13, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Billings wedding planner sweats the details so you don't have to
Treasure hunter fits new business around family
Yoga, other 'stress-busters' help engage the workplace
Consumer retail spending up last month
China toy boss kills self after recall
Grocers to sell Dunkin' Donuts coffee
Kmart launches multicultural doll brands
Workers took on Nike and won
Coolest electronic gear way too hot for its own good
Gas prices don't deter motor-home sales, rentals
Consumers head to the malls to buy clothes, furniture and electronics products
Delta Air raises charge to buy tickets, citing costs
Find a lawyer to fit your business
Help pay for tuition, get better workers
Epicure's butcher has to stay on cutting edge
LeaseTrader.com helps drivers out of their leases
Dutch Company Bets on Interactivity to Make G.P.S. Devices More Useful in the U.S.
Blogging Your Way Into a Business
Manufacturers Find Ways to Navigate Web Retailing
Tablets notable, but not for all
Food-industry giants compete over breakfast
Not all small businesses suffer from market volatility
Marketers have i on you: Products everywhere start with that one little letter
Workplace Coach: Getting workers to buy into change
'Green' surfboards are more environmentally friendly
Treasure hunter fits new business around family
Yoga, other 'stress-busters' help engage the workplace
Consumer retail spending up last month
China toy boss kills self after recall
Grocers to sell Dunkin' Donuts coffee
Kmart launches multicultural doll brands
Workers took on Nike and won
Coolest electronic gear way too hot for its own good
Gas prices don't deter motor-home sales, rentals
Consumers head to the malls to buy clothes, furniture and electronics products
Delta Air raises charge to buy tickets, citing costs
Find a lawyer to fit your business
Help pay for tuition, get better workers
Epicure's butcher has to stay on cutting edge
LeaseTrader.com helps drivers out of their leases
Dutch Company Bets on Interactivity to Make G.P.S. Devices More Useful in the U.S.
Blogging Your Way Into a Business
Manufacturers Find Ways to Navigate Web Retailing
Tablets notable, but not for all
Food-industry giants compete over breakfast
Not all small businesses suffer from market volatility
Marketers have i on you: Products everywhere start with that one little letter
Workplace Coach: Getting workers to buy into change
'Green' surfboards are more environmentally friendly
Sunday, August 12, 2007
Business Articles of Note
In Absarokee, entrepreneurs blend coffee, family
Reopened theater banks on value, nostalgic charm
AT&T targets young DSL users; cuts tie to landline
More employers freezing, closing pension plans
Not business school as usual
Exempt employees not entitled to extra pay
Polson woman creates, markets gluten-free blend
Online entrepreneur aids car dealerships
Successful entrepreneurs keep a sharp eye on risk
Sunny days are ahead for the solar industry
Outdoor industry courts youths
Choosing office space not always so easy
Firms sued for too much info on receipts
Far From the Reservation, but Still Sacred?
Who Owns the Concept if No One Signs the Papers?
Cages Without Corners
Readers have more options at several airports
Reopened theater banks on value, nostalgic charm
AT&T targets young DSL users; cuts tie to landline
More employers freezing, closing pension plans
Not business school as usual
Exempt employees not entitled to extra pay
Polson woman creates, markets gluten-free blend
Online entrepreneur aids car dealerships
Successful entrepreneurs keep a sharp eye on risk
Sunny days are ahead for the solar industry
Outdoor industry courts youths
Choosing office space not always so easy
Firms sued for too much info on receipts
Far From the Reservation, but Still Sacred?
Who Owns the Concept if No One Signs the Papers?
Cages Without Corners
Readers have more options at several airports
Friday, August 10, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Venture firms give startup a vote of confidence
Emerald City Smoothie looking beyond namesake city
Kroger expands organic line
Lead paint worries grow, as does interest in goods made in U.S.
Toymaker: 3 brands, pails contain lead
Toymaker knew about lead
Toy industry looks for ways to ensure safety
Sales lag linked to ho-hum products
Trendy, cheap H&M is on its way
Retail Notebook: A gem of a place to roll away the worry
Emerald City Smoothie looking beyond namesake city
Kroger expands organic line
Lead paint worries grow, as does interest in goods made in U.S.
Toymaker: 3 brands, pails contain lead
Toymaker knew about lead
Toy industry looks for ways to ensure safety
Sales lag linked to ho-hum products
Trendy, cheap H&M is on its way
Retail Notebook: A gem of a place to roll away the worry
Thursday, August 09, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Retailers report disappointing sales
China penalizes firms in US toys scare
Importer recalls 255,000 Chinese-made tires
Small businesses feel impact of stock market volatility
Boise firm in running as Forbes contest finalist
Reelin' in the years: Cassette tapes still have their devotees
Designers join push for fashion piracy law
Wholesale numbers a positive for economy
China penalizes firms in US toys scare
Importer recalls 255,000 Chinese-made tires
Small businesses feel impact of stock market volatility
Boise firm in running as Forbes contest finalist
Reelin' in the years: Cassette tapes still have their devotees
Designers join push for fashion piracy law
Wholesale numbers a positive for economy
Wednesday, August 08, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Mattel identifies vendor in toy recall
Central bank holds line on interest rates
Apple Debuts New IMac Computers
Study: More Time Spent With Paid Media
Gas stations grapple with roller coaster signage
S.C. employees suing Wal-Mart
Hobby shop endures in Old Tustin
SBA moves to help contractors
At-risk Chinese seafood slipping through U.S. net
COMFY FLIGHTS, CHEAP
Immigration ID rule rankles Florida industries
More Generics Slow Rise in Drug Prices
Some Words About Interpreting
Businesses think ahead to help workers avoid I-5
Who has to pay if music plays?
PC buyers suing over 'Vista Capable' labels can proceed
Central bank holds line on interest rates
Apple Debuts New IMac Computers
Study: More Time Spent With Paid Media
Gas stations grapple with roller coaster signage
S.C. employees suing Wal-Mart
Hobby shop endures in Old Tustin
SBA moves to help contractors
At-risk Chinese seafood slipping through U.S. net
COMFY FLIGHTS, CHEAP
Immigration ID rule rankles Florida industries
More Generics Slow Rise in Drug Prices
Some Words About Interpreting
Businesses think ahead to help workers avoid I-5
Who has to pay if music plays?
PC buyers suing over 'Vista Capable' labels can proceed
Tuesday, August 07, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Despite gas prices, parks see more tourists
Fed expected to leave rates unchanged
Productivity of American workers rebounds
Wal-Mart signs deal to sell in India
Milk by New Jersey farmers, for New Jersey consumers
Publix is offering free antibiotics
Kids prefer McDonald's-wrapped food, study finds
Guests, Running Late, Wake Up Hotels
A Neighborhood Balks at a Chain Restaurant
Finding (and Keeping) the Employees You Want
Fed expected to leave rates unchanged
Productivity of American workers rebounds
Wal-Mart signs deal to sell in India
Milk by New Jersey farmers, for New Jersey consumers
Publix is offering free antibiotics
Kids prefer McDonald's-wrapped food, study finds
Guests, Running Late, Wake Up Hotels
A Neighborhood Balks at a Chain Restaurant
Finding (and Keeping) the Employees You Want
Monday, August 06, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Tanning business seeks healthy year-round glow
Festering performance issues can wreck workplace
Ex-Home Depot boss to lead New Chrysler
FedEx Kinko's stores to increase by 20%
ATMs, grocery checkout lanes fostering self-serve revolution
Artistic mouse puts on airs
Will the office-condo fad last?
Spaces to live, work and play
Many firms still lack a plan for storm recovery
Selling is an art form business owners must master
Small business start-up: the first year of The Cereal Bowl
Indian Court Rejects Patent Challenge
Festering performance issues can wreck workplace
Ex-Home Depot boss to lead New Chrysler
FedEx Kinko's stores to increase by 20%
ATMs, grocery checkout lanes fostering self-serve revolution
Artistic mouse puts on airs
Will the office-condo fad last?
Spaces to live, work and play
Many firms still lack a plan for storm recovery
Selling is an art form business owners must master
Small business start-up: the first year of The Cereal Bowl
Indian Court Rejects Patent Challenge
Sunday, August 05, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Businesses flock to insurance subsidy in Montana
Have you heard? Billings couple jumps into movie market
On-demand airline to use very light jets
Night's right for online shopping
Chain positive its toys are safe
Family life calls for goal changes
Instant messaging invades the office
Retail Notebook: New development didn't mean the end of the old
8% of workers used drugs in past month
Rethinking a company's structure
Training Local Workers Instead of Outsourcing
Tasting success
IBM sets guidelines for virtual workers
Recalls raise bigger questions about toy safety
Fancy fashion is a back-to-school must
Charting the future of ads and marketing
Doctors may be next for self-serve kiosks
Amazon.com launches new service
Surf, sand, sky and tech
Have you heard? Billings couple jumps into movie market
On-demand airline to use very light jets
Night's right for online shopping
Chain positive its toys are safe
Family life calls for goal changes
Instant messaging invades the office
Retail Notebook: New development didn't mean the end of the old
8% of workers used drugs in past month
Rethinking a company's structure
Training Local Workers Instead of Outsourcing
Tasting success
IBM sets guidelines for virtual workers
Recalls raise bigger questions about toy safety
Fancy fashion is a back-to-school must
Charting the future of ads and marketing
Doctors may be next for self-serve kiosks
Amazon.com launches new service
Surf, sand, sky and tech
Saturday, August 04, 2007
Fresh Coat of Paint....
What do you think when you walk into the average K-Mart? At least the ones I go into I think how dirty and old they look. The reason for this is that they desperately need a coat of paint and they need to have a different color besides white.
One of the bright ideas that K-Mart corporate got when they took over Sears was to change K-Mart stores into a new concept called Sears Essentials. However, the best way to describe the change was putting lipstick on a pig and even that is an overstatement. Little was done except to put on new signs and change uniforms. Otherwise most of the stores were not changed. Last year I had the opportunity to go into a Sears Essential (there are none in my area) and after walking in the door it was nothing but a worn out K-Mart.
One of the best things you can do to keep your store looking nice is the apply a fresh coat of paint frequently (by frequently I don't mean every month but every year or so will do wonders). When you consider how nice you store looks after a fresh coat of paint the cost and hassle is minor. The paint does not cost that much and the hassle is not that big if you have a plan put together.
When painting why consider a color other than white? Simple white is too plain and it looks dirty more quickly than some other soft colors you can use. Find a good paint color that matches your store's theme and niche and go for it.
One of the bright ideas that K-Mart corporate got when they took over Sears was to change K-Mart stores into a new concept called Sears Essentials. However, the best way to describe the change was putting lipstick on a pig and even that is an overstatement. Little was done except to put on new signs and change uniforms. Otherwise most of the stores were not changed. Last year I had the opportunity to go into a Sears Essential (there are none in my area) and after walking in the door it was nothing but a worn out K-Mart.
One of the best things you can do to keep your store looking nice is the apply a fresh coat of paint frequently (by frequently I don't mean every month but every year or so will do wonders). When you consider how nice you store looks after a fresh coat of paint the cost and hassle is minor. The paint does not cost that much and the hassle is not that big if you have a plan put together.
When painting why consider a color other than white? Simple white is too plain and it looks dirty more quickly than some other soft colors you can use. Find a good paint color that matches your store's theme and niche and go for it.
Friday, August 03, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Thursday, August 02, 2007
Business Articles of Note
Export growth aids manufacturing
American will test in-flight Internet access
Utah '07 growth is triple that of rest of the nation
Fisher-Price to recall 83 toys
Local and global reputation of British grocer Tesco at odds
Starbucks CEO talks about growth, prices
Microsoft delays Mac Office update
Amazon starts grocery delivery service
Who's working 9 to 5? Not a lot
American will test in-flight Internet access
Utah '07 growth is triple that of rest of the nation
Fisher-Price to recall 83 toys
Local and global reputation of British grocer Tesco at odds
Starbucks CEO talks about growth, prices
Microsoft delays Mac Office update
Amazon starts grocery delivery service
Who's working 9 to 5? Not a lot
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
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