A happy staff makes business go smoothly and heightens productivity. Each year, big corporations put millions of dollars into training to make their employees more effective.
A Freeland author and coach says what works for Fortune 500 companies will work for small businesses like many companies on South Whidbey, too.
LANGLEY — The Langley Chamber of Commerce has a new executive director.
Just because they’re going into their 29th annual art exhibition doesn’t mean the Eagle Valley Brush and Palette Club can’t try something new.
It’s every dog’s dream – to be the co-owner of a pet food and supply store.
A quick look at what’s going on in the South Whidbey business world.
While many people enjoy the benefits of better technology, the number of unwanted computers, televisions and other electronic devices is growing. In Washington state, it makes a pile of about 8,500 tons every year.
For Island Recycling of Freeland, it’s been more than a ton or two of TVs.
Time is running out for a Freeland icon. Freeland Lanes, a piece of South Whidbey history, has closed its doors.
South Whidbey’s only bowling alley ceased operations last week after 50 years in business and several owners.
Owner Roger Simmons cited financial concerns as the reason for closing.
The Friday Night Flight wine and food tasting returns to Langley next week.
CLINTON — When David and Becky Bell, the new owners of Jim’s Hardware, were working on their plan to buy the longtime Clinton business, they knew one thing for sure. They were going to make as few changes as possible.
LANGLEY — If Mayor Paul Samuelson gets his way, the majority of the city’s advisors could be out-of-towners.
China City now offers more than tiger prawns and rice noodles.
Many business owners have long said that the local economy is largely dependent on the ferry links to the mainland.
Language academy has a new home