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Start small when you start a business
Published on September 24, 2014
Most entrepreneurs want to grow and become a large regional chain, but first you must learn the ropes and polish your skills. -
Filling the job openings: Employer–employee communication is vital for vibrant organization
Published on September 18, 2014
Employers cannot always get what they want, but if they try providing the proper leadership, they might just get what they need. -
Business start-up assistance from MSU Product Center
Published on September 18, 2014
Start a food enterprise in Michigan with assistance from the Michigan State University Product Center. -
Not for Hire? Perhaps.
Published on September 17, 2014
Some folks prefer to go it alone by starting their own company and some workers unfortunately disqualify themselves with falsehoods on job applications. However an opportunity exists with many recent “retirees” being willing to return to the workplace. -
All businesses have competition, no matter what type of business you are in
Published on September 17, 2014
Competition comes in all forms, from many different industries and from substitute products. -
Growing grocery store sales of your food product
Published on September 15, 2014
Greg Morano shares his success story of growing his food sales. Find out how he uses placement, relationship, pricing and demos to increase sales. -
Grand Traverse region’s wine grape production significantly down in 2014
Published on September 11, 2014
The 2014 wine grape crop is short, but wineries will still have a good inventory on hand for the coming sales year. -
Ingredients to turn your home food business into a commercial business
Published on September 11, 2014
Starting a commercial food business or changing your business activities to a commercial business will affect much more than just the licensing of your product. Learn where you can gain more knowledge about the steps needed to accomplish this. -
Cold hardy grape wines: They tried it, and liked it!
Published on September 11, 2014
Research surveys of Michigan tasting room visitors and Midwestern wine drinkers indicate low awareness and positive acceptance of cold hardy grape varietals. -
Upcycling: Save the planet for future generations
Published on September 11, 2014
Everyone is familiar with recycling, but upcycling can save the planet and be a lot of fun! Are you Upcycling?