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National Tourist appreciation day is right around the corner. On May 6th, lets kick off the summer months by showing some love to the unsung heroes that come and go, but make an impact on our local life. In some places, tourists can be seen as a nuisance despite the many benefits they bring to their destination. Some people complain about them driving slow, crowding local places, language barriers etc. This Tourist appreciation day, and everyday for that matter, show the tourists in your area that you appreciate them and make them feel welcome! Here are a few ways that tourists benefit your business and your local area.

Small businesses face many challenges when it comes to attracting and retaining both customers and employees.  One extremely underestimated and effective tool that can have an impact is the thank you letter.  Something as simple as a personalized note to your prospects, customers, employees or potential hires can make a big difference in how they view your company.  These letters make your business memorable and influence both employment and purchase decisions.  Here are five examples to get you started.

Fresh and light sandwiches are extremely popular during the summer months and adding a few new creations can help keep your menu from becoming stagnant.  Using seasonal ingredients can make even the simplest recipe into a best seller.  Here we’ve gathered a few recipes to help inspire your summer sandwich menu.

Your company culture begins with your staff.  Having a strong team mentality ensures that objectives are completed and that the image of your brand is communicated properly.  In order for outsiders to buy into your culture, you first need the buy-in from your employees.  Team building exercises encourage teamwork and camaraderie.  They can also breed creativity and give your staff the feeling that they are a part of something great.  Here we present ten suggestions to help strengthen your small business team.

Summer time is full of road trips and vacations. When a family, or even a group of friends, is going to be taking a road trip there are several things to prepare for the big drive that do not include the obvious packing and getting your road snacks ready. They want to also make sure that their vehicle is in tip top shape for that long drive. Here are 3 ways that you can prepare your auto shop for the summer.