How to Get a Motor on an Inflatable Boat? Everything You Need for under $700

An inflatable fishing boat is convenient primarily because you can pack it and tuck it away almost anywhere. Most come with just ores and you will have to do a lot of work to get where you want. There are engines that you can put on them that make things easier. Your standard inflatable boat won't come with them so you will need to buy something that is aftermarket.

This motor bracket will allow you to put up to 110lbs of motor weight on the back. That should be enough to get you a few horse power. Maybe not enough to hydroplane but definitely enough to get around get some fishing done.

Easy to install and capable of pushing a few people around you will find that it is convenient and worthwhile investment. Plug it into the top and bottom brackets and you are all set. Electric and gas motors work equally as well.

You can get a boat for about $300, a Bracket for under $100 and a Motor for $250 leaving you with a new boat $650.

Farmer Markets in Escanaba Michigan

Farmer markets allow people who grow small batches of food and create crafts to sell products. It can be difficult for them to find stores wiling to sell small items as large companies push products at a much cheaper price. The handcraft abilities of local artisans has a place to connect with customers.

Every Saturday morning local small producers come together to set up their tables. What you will find is fresh fruits, vegetables, breads, cookies, coffee and crafts. It is free to put up a table and get your stuff out there.

Located in downtown Escanaba and close to other shopping areas that host coffee shops, bars, restaurants and other retail one can hit the local farmers market and then make their way over to the other establishments.

Escanaba is home to lots of fun things to do in the outdoors and shopping districts. A small city that serves the needs of just about anyone that lives within 30 minutes drive. Campers, vacationers, and others come out and visit the downtown scene.

If your interested in renting a cabin and going on some tours I can put together a little package for you. Email, call or text. 619-540-0501 or muradabel@gmail.com

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Marketing Skills That May Not be Apparent to Graduates

Graduates of marketing programs enter the job market with lots of entry level positions. Having a degree can help them earn more money and in essence progress faster throughout their careers. Skill development in college is important upon graduation where the true test of one's learning becomes apparent. According to a study in Marketing Intelligence & Planning there are a few skills marketing graduates need to work on (Dacko, 2006).

Decision-Making: The ability to make decisions over complex information and create a plan of action.

Leadership: The ability to lead a team of people to accomplish a goal.

Problem Formation: Understanding the market and formulating a problem to work on.

Persuasion: The ability to persuade individuals in a team or customers to take some action.

Creativity: The ability to think about things in a new way and solve problems.

Negotiation: The ability to negotiate and come to better terms.

Dacko, S. (2006). Narrowing the skills gap for marketers of the future. Marketing Intelligence & Planning, 24 (3). 

Big Spring Kitch-iti-kipi in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan

T'he Upper Peninsula of Michigan offers some of the best places to visit in the world. While some people love city life there are others that desire to escape it when they can. Kitch-iti-kipi  is Michigan's biggest natural spring. You can even see it bubbling on the bottom. The water is crystal clear and the bass are ma-mouth size!

It is only a little way from the parking. Somewhere around 50' or so. You can take a cable boat across where you can see the fish and bottom of the spring with clarity. I have never seen water this clean!

The park also has a store, bathrooms and concession stand on it. Lots of great deals there! We found high quality jackets for $20 with the park name on it. Much better than what you may have found within one of regional department stores.

It is nestled back in the woods and provides a great place to take pictures. This is one of the best little spots to have a picnic and enjoy the supper weather.

If you are interested in renting a cabin and enjoying a number of tours in the area please get in contact with me at 619-540-0501 or muradabel@gmail.com. I will put together a package for you.


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Predicting Amazon Sales through Price, Volume, Discounts, Reviews and Sentiments

Sellers often want to know what will predict a product sale. According to a study in the International Journal of Operations & Production Management it is possible to predict products ales through online reviews, consumer sentiment and discounts often influence total sales (Chong, et. al. 2016). Of course they used large data sets.

The findings don't necessarily indicate that price doesn't matter. Other research has show that price almost trumps all with price conscious consumers. However, if we to also look at reviews, sentiment, and discounts we can have a better understanding of potential sales.

Consumer reviews and sentiment help determine how much consumers like the production and whether or not they are receptive to it. When products have a positive impression of a product they are more likely to buy than if they do not.

Likewise, discounts can increase volume of sales when used appropriately.  You don't want to damage your brand but you do want to encourage increased sales of products. Consumers see these discounts as a "deal" to be made.

Big data has made its way into analyzing Amazons offerings. While Amazon themselves may be collecting this information there are not a lot of studies that help us understand how sales are encouraged. Thinking along these lines we can conduct similar reviews within the genre of products we are selling.

Chong, et. al. (2016). Predicting online product sales via online reviews, sentiments, and promotion strategies. International Journal of Operations & Production Management, 36 (4).

Go Ahead and Have Another Cup of Coffee for Better Health

Researchers at the National Cancer Institute found that those who drink more coffee lived longer over a 10 year span than those who don't drink coffee. One doesn't have to slurp down gallons as a few cups a day seem to do the trick. No need for premium coffee. It can be caffeinated or decaffeinated. Starbucks or instant. Its all the same!

While it was thought that coffee was not that good for you researchers have found out that isn't true! While all the cream and sugar might be a different story the general use of plain coffee can protect your body.

It is believe that the use of anti-oxidants somehow protect the arteries, improve metabolism, helps the liver and has other benefits. Somewhere along the line coffee interacts with the body to remove toxins and protect the system.

The next time your sitting in that coffee shop debating if you should have another cup of java or not you might as well splurge! It won't do you much harm considering the benefits that researchers have found. If your like me you might even like coffee as your drink of choice. Just make sure you drink some water or it can lead to dehydration!