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Know the Rules for Younger Workers

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on November 25, 2019 | Posted in Rural Lifestyle Market, Safety Resources

Here's a post from the U.S. Department of Labor focused on younger workers. Check out the rules to make sure dealership is in compliance with regulations.

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4 Ways to Close Sales with Non-Verbal Communication

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on November 15, 2019 | Posted in Best Practices

Source: Entrepreneur.com

Research shows that 55% of communication is non-verbal and another 38% of communication comes down to tone. That leaves just 7% of communication to the words you use.

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Sales of Under 40 HP Tractors Down in U.S., Canada Compared to Last Year

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on November 12, 2019 | Posted in Manufacturer News, Data & Forecasts

The latest report from the Assn. of Equipment Manufacturers shows unit sales declines in October for under 40 horsepower 2WD tractors in the U.S. and Canada compared to last year. Sales of 40-100 horsepower 2WD tractors were down in the U.S. and up in Canada compared to last year.

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7 Marketing Mistakes That Can Haunt Your Business

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on November 1, 2019 | Posted in Best Practices, Dealership Marketing

Source: SBA.gov

Mistake 6: Expecting instant results. Read more.

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4 Steps to Better Customer Service

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on October 10, 2019 | Posted in Best Practices

Source: Forbes.com

Try the "MAMA Method" to resolve customer service issues.

25% of U.S. Farms Don't Have Internet Access

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on October 8, 2019 | Posted in Rural Lifestyle Market

Internet access stats are something to consider as you develop your marketing plans.

Strive for Progress, Not Maintenance

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on September 27, 2019 | Posted in Best Practices

Source: University of Virginia Darden School of Business

Keep three goals in mind as you work to become a better leader, or as you encourage your employees to take on more leadership roles.

Top 10 Most Frequently Cited OSHA Standards Violated

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on September 25, 2019 | Posted in Safety Resources

Check out this list to ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards at your dealership.

View Dealer Success Academy Sessions Until 9 p.m. Central

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on September 12, 2019 | Posted in Best Practices, Rural Lifestyle Market

It’s Day 2 of the Fall 2019 Dealer Success Academy, Rural Lifestyle Dealer's online on-demand event. If you haven't yet registered, you can do so now at www.DealerSuccessAcademy.com. All 6 sessions will be open until 9 p.m. Central.

3 Steps to Prepare for the Near-Term Economy

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on September 11, 2019 | Posted in Data & Forecasts

Read this post by Alan Beaulieu of ITR Economics about 3 steps dealers can take to prepare for the near-term economy.

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