Business Tips

Six attributes to look for when choosing a business partner: https://www.inc.com/martin-zwilling/6-attributes-to-look-for-when-choosing-a-business-partner.html

SBDC

The MN Small Business Development Center can help free of charge with business plans, securing business financing and more. In Chisago County call Nancy at 651-674-5664. http://www.chisagocounty.org

Employment Opportunity – Finance Director

The East Central Regional Development Commission seeks a full-time Finance Director.  Experience with governmental fund accounting involving multiple funding sources and programs preferred. Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field and a minimum of 3 years […]

Business Tips

Happy / productive employees tend to stay longer at a job. Here are ways to improve your workplace. https://www.fastcompany.com/90753912/the-3-pillars-of-a-happier-and-more-productive-workforce

Revolving Loan Fund

Looking to start, grow or expand a business in Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs or Pine County? The ECRDC Revolving Loan Fund may be able to help. Call us at (320) 679-4065 #34 to discuss your project and see how […]

Business Tips

No one can accurately predict the future, so make contingency plans. Here are some ideas on how to prepare for a downturn. https://www.inc.com/rebecca-deczynski/recession-small-business-strategies-financial-planning.html

Property of the Week

East Central MN Property of the Week: Commercial property in Rush City. https://www.remaxcommercial.com/ListingDetails/250-5th-W-Street-Rush-City-MN-55069/6189061

Business Tips

Are you looking to patent your creation? Here are some tips on hiring a patent attorney. https://www.inc.com/stephen-key/7-signs-youve-hired-a-great-patent-attorney.html

Business Tips

Turnover isn’t slowing down. Here are the five best predictors of employee turnover, and what to do about them. https://www.inc.com/peter-cohan/5-best-predictors-of-employee-turnover-what-leaders-should-do-about-them.html