If the Price is Right
When it comes to the complex question of hot tub pricing strategies, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all method.
A Look at Internal Succession
Ah, retirement. It’s a bittersweet word for longtime business owners to think about. But how do owners leave a business they’ve dedicated decades to? Internal succession, selling to an employee, is one popular route.
Soaking in the Spirit of Skijoring
In February, the chilly mountain air of Big Sky, Montana, was electrified with the sixth annual Best in the West Showdown, an event orchestrated by the Big Sky Skijoring Association.
Hot Tub Hazards
While issues like pad size, electrical standards and spa accessory requirements are typically addressed during hot tub installation, the potential damage caused by reflective surfaces — like greenhouses, clear-roofed pergolas and windows — often receives less attention from spa retailers.
Working Capital
Net working capital is one of the most important measures of a company’s health because it indicates the ability to pay debts on time.
Where Everybody Knows Your Name
When finding the right marketing partner, trust is the key to success. With so many agencies and professionals, a local relationship may give you the most bang for your buck.
Try Before You Buy
Do you give your customers a “try before you buy” experience? Having a broad selection plus knowledgeable sales and service people gives you an edge and customers a better chance to buy the product that is right for them.
Water and Electricity Costs
When helping people with water care, we often run into situations, such as cloudy water from bather overload and abuse, where the simplest and fastest way to fix the issue is to drain and refill a spa.
MAAX Spas: Building Trust, Driving Growth
MAAX Spas, a hot tub manufacturer in Chandler, Arizona, launched a new swim spa factory in Ottumwa, Iowa.
Coast Spas: Into the Current
In the late 1980s, Coast Spas started as a retailer in the hot tub industry. However, in 1997, the company pivoted into manufacturing, a decision that laid the foundation for its trajectory of innovation and growth.