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Women at Work: When communication is unclear, get clarification

PostBulletin Business News — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 12:00:34 GMT

In the business world, proper communication is so important when it comes to keeping people informed and on track at work. In the past several weeks, I have been involved with proofreading and editing communication...(read more)

Heard on the Street: Superior Drive Support Center reverts to lender

PostBulletin Business News — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 12:00:07 GMT

No one stepped up Thursday to pay off the $28 million of debt owed on the Superior Drive Support Center in northwest Rochester, so Mayo Clinic has a new landlord. The foreclosure sale at the...(read more)

Police: Copper Thieves Are Targeting AC Units This Winter

CBS Minnesota » Business — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 05:16:24 GMT

We rarely think about our air conditioners in the middle of winter, but Minneapolis police say we should....(read more)

Makers of Shakers vodka file for bankruptcy

Business from Minnesota Public Radio — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 18:58:51 GMT

The company that makes Shakers vodka has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection. Infinite Spirits Inc., of Blaine, filed the voluntary petition Jan. 5 in Minnesota division of U.S. Bankruptcy Court....(read more)

Toro testing snowblowers in Mich. due to lack of Minn. snow

Business from Minnesota Public Radio — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:13:03 GMT

Less than typical snowfall in northern Minnesota has pushed lawn equipment manufacturer Toro into Michigan's Upper Peninsula to test some of its machines....(read more)

Tyson Foods net income falls 48 percent, but prices rise

PostBulletin Business News — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:07:21 GMT

SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Tyson Foods, the nation's biggest meat company, said its fiscal first-quarter profit fell by nearly half from last year as higher feed costs cut into the company's profit margins. But...(read more)

Dave Ramsey: What kind of insurance do I need?

PostBulletin Business News — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:06:30 GMT

Dear Dave: I’ve got auto insurance, but can you tell me what other kinds of insurance are good to have? — Chris Dear Chris: The purpose of insurance is to transfer risk that you can’t...(read more)

With Platinum, Bud Light shoots for the high end

PostBulletin Business News — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:05:41 GMT

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Dave Conrad: Employee complaints is constraining

PostBulletin Business News — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 12:00:31 GMT

Dear Dave: I was a manager for many years in Rochester, but now I just work a job and believe me, I am much happier. One thing that really irked me when I was a manager was the constant employee...(read more)

SCORE: Most small businesses report success in 2011, but ...

PostBulletin Business News — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 12:00:27 GMT

In spite of the drastic doom and gloom of the last few business years, most small business owners said in a recent survey that 2011 was a successful year for their companies. Nearly three-quarters of...(read more)

Unemployment rate hinges on more than job gains

PostBulletin Business News — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 05:45:39 GMT

WASHINGTON — For most people, the 8.3 percent unemployment rate is the most visible sign of the economy's health. The rate's every movement is closely watched, especially in an election year. But when...(read more)

Toro moves testing from Minnesota to Michigan

PostBulletin Business News — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 05:44:28 GMT

IRONWOOD, Mich. — Less than typical snowfall in northern Minnesota has pushed lawn equipment manufacturer Toro into Michigan's Upper Peninsula to test some of its machines. Toro has been testing snowblowers...(read more)

Too late to lower 2011 business taxes? Not at all

PostBulletin Business News — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 05:06:29 GMT

Although 2011 is history, you may still be able to save money on your business taxes. Many accountants and other tax preparers find that their small business clients overlook deductions. Sometimes it's the...(read more)

Super Bowl means super sales for local businesses

PostBulletin Business News — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 02:58:33 GMT

On a weekend when 1.25 billion chicken wings and 69.9 million pounds of avocados are consumed in America, many local businesses enjoy a bump in sales. At Buffalo Wild Wings...(read more)

Toro forced to test snowblowers in Michigan

PostBulletin Business News — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 01:49:36 GMT

Strong jobs report sends Dow to highest since '08

Business from Minnesota Public Radio — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:31:06 GMT

The Dow Jones industrial average has closed at its highest level since before the 2008 financial crisis....(read more)

Have economists got it wrong about the U.S.?

Business from Minnesota Public Radio — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:55:52 GMT

Most experts failed to predict the Great Recession, so it's possible they may miss a Great Recovery....(read more)

Stocks jump on strong jobs report for January

PostBulletin Business News — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:42:57 GMT

NEW YORK — A drop in the unemployment rate to its lowest level in three years propelled stocks higher Friday. The Dow Jones industrial average jumped more than 140 points, drawing the average to its highest mark...(read more)

Unemployment drops to 8.3 pct. after hiring burst

Business from Minnesota Public Radio — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:00:08 GMT

The unemployment rate fell for the fifth straight month after a surge of January hiring....(read more)

Nation's jobless rate dips to lowest level since 2009

PostBulletin Business News — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:48:26 GMT

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RE/MAX Rochester, Austin offices sold

PostBulletin Business News — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:40:42 GMT

One of Rochester's largest real estate firms, as well as its companion office in Austin, have been purchased by the largest locally owned and operated realty company in the Midwest. On Feb. 1, RE/MAX of...(read more)

Hormel ends small metal crates for pregnant hogs

Business from Minnesota Public Radio — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:25:22 GMT

The Humane Society has been campaigning across the country for an end to the use of gestation crates, saying they severely restrict the animals' movements....(read more)

Minnetonka company recalls eggs in 34 states

Business from Minnesota Public Radio — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:22:15 GMT

A Minnesota company is recalling cooked eggs distributed in 34 states because of possible listeria contamination....(read more)

Massage therapists back new licensing ordinance

PostBulletin Business News — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:25:38 GMT

A proposed new licensing procedure for Rochester massage therapists has the support of the therapists themselves. "It's a give-and-take. It's not exactly the way we want it, but they (city...(read more)

Minnesota Part Of 34-State Egg Recall

CBS Minnesota » Business — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:23:27 GMT

A Minnesota food company is widening its recall of hard-cooked eggs because of a potential for listeria contamination....(read more)