News
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H.O.M.E.S. defines the Great Lakes region
Published on July 9, 2013
The Great Lakes provide valuable economic and environmental resources to the region. -
Five components necessary for successful change
Published on July 5, 2013
When just one of these components is missing - confusion, anxiety, resistance, frustration or repetition occur – instead of change. -
Tips for avoiding the ‘conference-on-a-shelf’ dilemma
Published on July 3, 2013
Have you ever attended a conference or workshop, learned about new ideas, and then returned home – putting the information on the shelf and not ever fully utilizing the knowledge gained or the connections developed? -
Targeting rural tourism – advice from Ireland
Published on July 1, 2013
What can be learned about rural tourism from the Irish County of Mayo? -
What tone are you setting for your farm?
Published on July 1, 2013
Farm owners and managers play a critical leadership role on their farms in setting the tone. The tone you set affects employee attitudes, turnover and farm performance. -
Northern Michigan village beats the odds
Published on June 27, 2013
Sleepy village of Indian River is seeing new businesses pop up. -
Use your emotional intelligence to deal with others in conflict more effectively
Published on June 27, 2013
"Any fool can know, the point is to understand" – Albert Einstein. -
Michigan’s version of “Shop Local” leads to $19M contract
Published on June 27, 2013
Michigan companies enter into major contract through MEDC - Pure Michigan business connect. -
Focus Groups Generate Valuable Information: Part 2
Published on June 26, 2013
The possibilities of what can be assessed in a focus group are great, but the outcome is only as valuable as the successful implementation of its key components. -
Michigan tourism: more than marketing
Published on June 25, 2013
Concentration in all seven goal areas of the 2012-2017 Michigan Tourism Strategic Plan will lead to continued success in the state’s tourism industry.