Local Business

The Huck Finn of foreign correspondents provides a colorful account of old Honolulu, the island nobility, the City of Refuge on the Kona coast, and the active volcano of Kilauea. These selections of Mark Twain's newspaper dispatches are both charming and informative. The light touch of the great humorist is seldom missing as he reveals the "loveliest fleet of islands that lie anchored in any ocean".

For some of the world's most powerful people, the Empire State Building is the ultimate prize. In a riveting chronicle of betrayal, revenge, family rivalry, and raw greed, Wall Street Journal columnist Pacelle tells the compelling tale of the Empire State Building ownership battle of the 1980s and '90s, bringing to life a colorful cast of characters that includes Donald Trump, Leona Helmsley, and the eccentric Japanese billionaire Hideki Yokoi.

Unearth the secrets to sustainable farming with "From Plot to Plate" - a comprehensive guidebook designed to inspire a new generation of global change-makers. With a pulsating passion for the environment, this eBook dives into unknown territories of sustainable agriculture and agribusiness — the future of food, right in your hands! Each chapter in our book has been meticulously designed to walk you through every aspect of building a successful and sustainable farm business. Journey from the broad understanding of sustainable agriculture to the nitty-gritty of business plan development for...

Whiting, Indiana Saturday, August 27, 1955 Sunrise, 6:11 a.m. Its 80 degrees in the shade, and most of the city's residents are still trying to sleep off an airless, oppressive night. But inside the plant at Whiting's biggest employer (and one of the worlds largest oil refineries), something has gone horribly wrong, something that threatens to destroy the entire community. The clock changes. 6:12 a.m. This is the story of what happened at one minute after sunrise on that cataclysmic day in 1955, spoken in the words of the people who lived through it.

This brilliantly original book dismantles the underlying assumptions that drive the decisions made by companies and governments throughout the world, to show that our shared narrative of the global economy is deeply flawed. If left unexamined, they will lead corporations and countries astray, with dire consequences for us all.

Want to turn a lawn mower into a money-making machine? How to Start a Grass Cutting Business: Turn Lawns into Weekly Income is your step-by-step guide to launching a profitable lawn care business with minimal startup costs, flexible hours, and recurring weekly clients that bring consistent cash flow.

A well-paid executive feels trapped in her very respected but unsatisfying job. A startup founder has paying customers, but knows that unless he "fires" them and pivots the business, his startup won't make it. A senior government planner is tasked with undoing the nation's reliance on outdated infrastructure. These are all examples of individuals stuck in a Local Maximum; we've reached a peak, but not the one that fulfills the highest potential. In order to move up in our pursuits, we must first move back down.

Welcome to "Market Mastery," a comprehensive guide designed to inspire and instruct those dreaming of starting and running a successful local farm store. This title is a one-stop source, offering a deep dive into the concept of the local farm store, detailing benefits, and showcasing how a well-run store can be a valuable asset in your community. "Market Mastery" doesn't stop at the conceptual stage. It goes further to present practical applications of these ideas, taking readers step-by-step through essential aspects like business planning, product selection, sourcing, and inventory ...

Almost everyone has faced the frustrating task of negotiating with a local, state, national, or foreign government at some point in their lives. Whether they are applying for a building permit from their local zoning board, trying to sell software to the US Defense Department, looking for approval for a merger, or planning to set up a business in Limerick or Bangalore, businesspeople confront a unique set of challenges when dealing with any form of government.

Bypassed is your how-to business guide to adopt the brand-building tactics that work in today’s real estate market. In this action-oriented playbook, you’ll learn how to build vital brand visibility online to generate influence in your community; why just having a Facebook business page isn’t enough and how to harness the power of LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram, so you don’t miss a lead; the 10-step checklist you need to get more quality online reviews; how to become a legendary lead master; and the entire road map on how to create an unforgettable customer experience.

Introducing "Rooted in Ethics," your comprehensive eBook guide that truly digs deep, empowering individuals and groups with a deep-seated interest in creating an ethical and sustainable farm store. This enlightening centerpiece of literature doesn't just offers strategies and tricks of the trade— it's a blueprint for a more sustainable future. Dive into the foundations of ethical and sustainable farming in Chapter 1, where you'll explore the essence of these crucial concepts and delve into the complexities of farming regulations. This foundational knowledge enables you to better ...

"This Is Possibly The Simplest Local Business Profit System You Will Ever Find!" How To Make A Passive Income Selling Instant Results To Local Businesses, Pretty Much On Autopilot And Without Having To Speak Or Even EMAIL Them! ​No selling required ​No client contact required Recurring monthly income No need to live in the area you target Little competition No prior SEO skills needed (I'll teach you what you need) Choose your own local business niche Income comes direct from your web ad into your bank or Paypal account Can be up and running is as little as 60 days Much MUCH easier than ...

This book explores how small businesses can thrive in the fast-changing world of online commerce. It begins by uncovering digital opportunities that most entrepreneurs overlook. Readers learn how to break away from outdated practices that hold them back. The journey continues with practical steps to create a brand identity that truly resonates. The book demystifies technology, showing how to use it without feeling overwhelmed. It reveals ways to build genuine customer relationships that foster loyalty. Readers discover how to use data to make smarter choices and compete with industry giants...

'How To Sell On Facebook Marketplace: Making Huge Profits With Local Selling' is the essential guide for anyone aiming to excel in Facebook's popular online buying and selling platform. It provides detailed, actionable strategies to help both novices and seasoned sellers alike maximize their success on the platform. From sourcing unique items, capturing stunning product photos, writing compelling descriptions, to perfecting negotiation tactics, this book is your complete resource. You'll learn how to navigate and resolve disputes, ensure safe transactions, and maintain an excellent seller ...

This practical and engaging guide is your modern-day roadmap to dominating online business directories—the digital evolution of the Yellow Pages. It opens with a relatable reminder of how finding local services used to mean flipping through a fat phonebook. Today, it's all about online visibility. If your business isn't easily found online, you're basically a ghost. The book breaks down how to get listed in key directories like Google, Yelp, and industry-specific sites, showing you how to attract more customers, boost your SEO, and become the go-to in your local area. Each chapter offers ...

Many small businesses focus their digital marketing strategies exclusively on Google, overlooking significant opportunities found in online business directories. While optimizing for Google is important, relying solely on it limits potential growth, visibility, and customer trust. In fact, 92% of consumers actively use online directories to discover local businesses, making directories essential channels for attracting customers. Listing your business in multiple reputable directories, such as Yelp, TripAdvisor, or AProfitableDay.com, significantly enhances visibility and credibility. ...

50 Things to Know About Being a Ski Instructor by Timo Holmquist offers a unique inside guide to mastering the ski instructing profession. Most books on this topic are surprisingly lacking, and will often only endeavor to provide a brief and unsatisfactory overview of ski instructing work and ski culture. Although there's nothing wrong with these industry glimpses, this book rounds out the experience for you, so you have all the tools you need to succeed.

Are you a new investor? If you want wealth creation, like large “chunks of cash” every month, then quick-flipping houses and apartment houses is the best and easiest point of entry, period.

Managing for Meteors provides a conduit for passing on direct experiences, raising questions, and providing tools for new leaders to consider for enhancing the functions of local governments and getting prepared in advance of major disruptors.

Modern technology now offers an opportunity to serve you'd local community and make money doing it. The Book on New local Radio fills the void left by the abdication of local towns by big commercial radio. This step by step explanation is all you need to get started. The potential is only limited by your imagination and drive.