Car Wash News

Lemont Express Car Wash is getting a much-needed facelift this year—one the owner says will make it "better, faster and cheaper" for customers.

Visit http://lemont.patch.com/articles/lemont-express-car-wash-gears-up-for-multi-million-dollar-makeover to view the full article online.

 

The owner of a local car wash chain is donating the proceeds from his automatic machines July 31 to a program that helps needy people pay heating bills.

Visit http://www.rockymounttelegram.com/business/car-wash-chain-help-heating-bill-aid-program-1151417 to view the full article online.

 

Elite athletes encounter many of the same mental challenges that successful entrepreneurs face on a daily basis, according to JoAnn Dahlkoetter, a sports and performance psychologist in San Carlo, CA.

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The features of your product are important. But it's the little things that leave a lasting impression and encourage people to buy.

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Mike's Carwash is once again teaming up with Big Brothers Big Sisters to raise money. All six Cincinnati-area Mike's locations are hosting a fund-raiser on Saturday, August 18 for local Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies.

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When it comes to genius ideas, the three-ring circus that is the Dr. Gleem Car Wash, Auto Salon and Lube Center is up there with the best of them.

Visit http://houston.culturemap.com/newsdetail/07-25-12-car-wash-geniuses-to-open-a-new-restaurant-in-garden-oaks-and-this-is-no-amateur-play/ to view the full article online.

 

Every company is looking for the magic formula that will produce breakthrough products and services. But a better starting point is to think about what gets in the way of innovation, especially in firms that already have lots of talented, creative, and motivated people.

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