Nebraska Tourism uses the back of their envelopes to list key attractions. I got this catalog-size envelope from Nebraska Tourism. As you can see, the back is covered with driving tours, ideas for visits and popular attractions. Excellent use of an otherwise wasted space. Let’s extend this idea for any destination. Add a web address […]
Archives for March 2011
We need employee handbook resources
Reader Denise Kerns asked, Do you have any resources for developing an employee handbook for small businesses? I’ve never had one, but think I should and don’t know where to start.I love your publication. I find encouraging and insightful info very regularly. So nice to find something specifically addressing small town businesses! So I’m asking […]
Share your accomplishments in the Brag Basket
What wonderful news will you choose to share? The basket is always free and open all weekend, from March 18-20, 2011. Share your accomplishmentsThis week’s basket photo by Dunbar Gardens Even though I call this the Brag Basket, it’s not really about bragging. It’s about sharing. It’s here so you can introduce yourself, share some […]
Prosperous small towns are built on prosperous entrepreneurs
Talking events and festivalsat Red Carpet Country meeting. At the Red Carpet Country annual meeting, one of the big hits was the panel on events and festivals. They shared stories of local events that started with a few dozen or a few hundred attendees, and have grown to thousands. The total economic impact of those […]