How to leverage the holidays to your business’s benefit
The holidays are the most opportune time to take your business to the next level. Learn how to leverage the holidays and stand out in a crowded market.
The holidays are the most opportune time to take your business to the next level. Learn how to leverage the holidays and stand out in a crowded market.
CARROLLTON, Tex. (UPI) -- Motel 6, known for its bare-bones motel rooms, low prices, and blue sign emblazoned with a red "6," has been sold for $525 million to India-based hotel operator Oyo, Blackstone Real Estate has announced. Oyo, a global travel company, owns 320 hotels in 20 states, and is now adding G6 Hospitality, Motel 6's parent company, to its portfolio. It has been expanding its footprint in the United States in recent years, and is expected to add an […]
Going green is not just a trend for salon owners; it’s the future. Incorporating eco-friendly practices can set your business apart and attract environmentally-conscious clients. Consider these tips for creating an eco-friendly salon with modern equipment. By the end of this post, you’ll have some good ideas for reducing your environmental footprint while enhancing your salon’s appeal. Choose Energy-Efficient Lighting and Appliances First impressions matter, so you must focus on your lighting. Swapping out traditional bulbs for LEDs will cut […]
When it comes to product design and manufacturing, understanding the intricacies of engineering from start to finish is crucial. For those in the field, knowing how to turn an idea into a tangible product can set you apart. From start to finish, we'll explore how manufacturers engineer products, giving you a clear understanding of how they bring innovative designs to life. Ideation and concept development Every great product starts with a brilliant idea. Ideation is the process of brainstorming and […]
Your clients are the bread and butter of your lash business. They’re the reason why you do what you do, and keeping them satisfied and loyal is essential for the success of your business. If you want your clients to keep coming back to you for their lash needs, follow these tips. Build rapport Creating a lasting relationship with your clients begins with building rapport. From the moment they walk in, make them feel valued. A simple “How’s your day […]
With plenty of summer left to go, livestock producers are reminded to monitor animals and implement management practices to reduce the risk of heat stress. “We’ve had a couple spells of some high heat and high humidity and it doesn’t take very many of those days to cause some stress on the livestock,” Dan Shike, interim head of the Department of Animal Sciences at the University of Illinois told FarmWeek. Heat stress is more common during periods of high nighttime […]
CENTRALIA -- The discount chain Big Lots is set to close nearly 300 stores nationwide, with one in Central Illinois location currently on the list. The listing for the Centralia location on the company website displayed a banner that read "Closing This Location," advertising their store closing sale. The company currently operates nearly 1,400 locations, but its store count will drop by nearly 20 percent after the closures. The store closures came after the company saw a 10 percent decrease […]
If you’ve ever noticed a cornfield that became a bean field the next summer, you’ve seen crop rotation in action. Why do farmers rotate crops in the field?
To thrive in the automotive industry, you must stand out! Discover the four factors that immensely affect your auto repair shop’s success rates.