Business Tips

Here are six things to consider before you pick a remove, in-person or hybrid work setup: https://www.themuse.com/advice/remote-work-from-home-vs-office-vs-hybrid-factors-to-consider?sc_src=email_1534188&sc_lid=127664654&sc_uid=U2jsdN1RDR&sc_llid=182772&sc_eh=306611dfb3ab67861&utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_20210901_NoSpon_90Day_1534188&utm_content=sponsored&utm_term=_&uid=709087574

MN Public Facilities Authority Announces Three Grants in East Central MN

MN Public Facilities Authority has announced $124 million in grants, including $827,825 – Chisago Lakes Joint Sewage Treatment Commission, $256,000 – City of Onamia, $1,052,726 – City of Sandstone for wastewater and drinking water system projects. Congratulations! https://mn.gov/deed/newscenter/press-releases/#/detail/appId/1/id/501823

Small Business Development Center

The MN Small Business Development Center can help free of charge with business plans, securing business financing and more. In Kanabec County call Heidi at 320-209-5031. @kanabeceda http://www.kanabeccounty.org/departments/kanabec_county_eda.php

Business Tips

Here are four ways to leverage social proof to grow your online business: https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/381783

SCORE Small Business Webinar

Our friends at SCORE are holding some great free small business focused webinars over the next several weeks, including on October 7: Cultivating a Work from Anywhere Culture in Your Business. https://www.score.org/cultivating-a-work-from-home-anywhere-culture-in-your-business

Revolving Loan Fund

The ECRDC can assist businesses impacted by COVID in Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs & Pine Counties with loans as low as 0% interest and flexible terms. Call (320) 679-4065 #34 for more info.

CareerForce

Looking for a job? CareerForce is holding a free online training: “Explore Manufacturing Careers: Welding” on October 5 at 2:30 PM. For more info or to register: https://www.careerforcemn.com/events/588139/explore-careers

Business Tips

You don’t have to launch a business alone. Here are pointers on what makes a successful startup team: https://investment.ceo/what-makes-a-successful-startup-team/?fbclid=IwAR3uYBXw_8MhrzlEFkR5wDP8Cu8xRL-7VsUVqAbiU6EKq99cN-rce9BxoeA

Property of the Week

East Central MN Property of the Week: Turnkey auto body and auto repair building in Harris MN. https://www.remaxcommercial.com/ListingDetails/6637-437th-Street-Harris-MN-55032/5759687

SBA Training

The SBA is holding a free webinar: Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) – A Legal Overview, on October 5th at 9:00 AM. For more info or to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cybersecurity-maturity-model-certification-cmmcwebinar-a-legal-overview-tickets-160077501115?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery