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jonathan.sweetAugust 18, 2016
Boating Industry, associations launch new career center
In partnership with several trade associations in the marine industry, Boating Industry is launching the Marine Industry Career Network. “A…
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Economic Snapshot: Builder confidence rises two points in August
Builders expect the housing market to continue on an upward trajectory for the remainder of the year. Housing Market Index…
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jonathan.sweetAugust 16, 2016
Weekly 5: Outboard shipments up 6.7% through July
The BI Weekly 5 is a collection of tips, news and data affecting the boating industry this week. Be sure…
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jonathan.sweetAugust 16, 2016
7 rules for getting to the top in sales
It’s amazing. So many salespeople with great potential either drop out or have limited success. Most have good skills, possess…
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Economic Snapshot: Few changes for employment
Both the number of unemployed persons and the number of job openings were essentially unchanged this month. Employment situation Total…
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jonathan.sweetAugust 10, 2016
NMMA hosts successful ‘Day on the Water’ events at political conventions
More than 500 people turned out for two events highlighting the marine industry at last month’s Democratic and Republican national…
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jonathan.sweetAugust 8, 2016
Weekly 5: Xpress CEO to enter outdoor hall of fame
The BI Weekly 5 is a collection of tips, news and data affecting the boating industry this week. Be sure…
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Increasing OSHA fines signal need for compliance in marine industry
In November 2015, Congress enacted legislation requiring federal agencies to adjust their civil penalties to account for inflation. As a…
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Economic Snapshot: Private sector employment increases by 179,000 jobs
Private sector employment increased by 179,000 jobs from June to July, up marginally from the 176,000 jobs added in the…
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Mercury Marine hosts test ride media event in New York
On August 1, Mercury Marine held a press event for non-marine journalists to showcase the advantages of boating through Mercury’s…
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