Industry News
While many drivers wait until a few days after a storm to clean their car, some are little impatient. "I came a couple of days ago, it was like 20 degrees and they were closed," said Ronald Marsh. "I actually came by here the first day it snowed and they were closed," said Pamela Shutters. So they're at the car wash on Tuesday, the first day Roanoke’s temperatures are above freezing since the weekend’s snow storm.
Visit http://www.wdbj7.com/content/news/Why-so-many-people-rush-to-the-car-wash-after-a-snow-storm--410323375.html to view the full article online.
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A startup that refuels your car wherever it’s parked, Yoshi Inc. has raised $2.1 million in a new round of venture funding to expand its gas delivery service into new towns, and to add different auto-related services to its menu. According to CEO and co-founder Nick Alexander, "Anything you usually need to get done at a gas station or auto shop, we want to bring to you at a price that’s competitive with what you’d get there."
Visit https://techcrunch.com/2017/01/12/yoshi-raises-2-1-million-to-fill-up-your-car-or-wash-it-anywhere/ to view the full article online.
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In the days following the Cape Region’s first heavy snowfall, the crew at the new Waves Car Wash on Savannah Road was put to the test. Owner Mike Anthenelli said his new car wash is designed to handle a busy workload by using an efficient setup that swiftly moves cars through quicker than his competitors.
Visit http://www.capegazette.com/article/waves-car-wash-opens-lewes/123271 to view the full article online.
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Leadership
We all say "I’m sorry" too often — that much you already know. And, trust me, I’m right in that boat with you. I’m consciously aware of the fact that I’m a chronic over-apologizer. Sure, I’ve read the countless articles about apps that could help me and little tweaks that could stop me in my tracks before those two small words mindlessly fly out of my mouth.
Visit https://www.fastcompany.com/3067232/what-happened-when-i-stopped-saying-sorry-at-work-for-a-week to view the full article online.
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Marketing
If we listen to conventional wisdom, businesses should be using TV, radio and online banner ads to attract new customers. But when it comes to local businesses, these channels simply aren’t as effective as turning to local marketing. Many local businesses are finding that hyperlocal advertising — in any media channel that is primarily focused on the needs and issues of the people in that immediate vicinity or community — are more effective than traditional mass-market ads.
Visit https://smallbiztrends.com/2017/01/hyperlocal-advertising.html to view the full article online.
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