CHEVROLET OF MANDAN RECEIVES CAR FAX PRESTIGIOUS AWARD

Chevrolet of Mandan was recently nationally recognized as a Top-Rated Used Car Dealership in the Carfax 100 for 2022. Car Fax, a subsidiary of S&P Global Mobility, helps millions of people every day confidently shop, buy, service and sell used cars with innovative solutions powered by CARFAX vehicle history information. As a Top-Rated Car Dealership, they received the highly coveted golden car fox to display year-round.

The CARFAX 100 are 2022 Top-Rated Dealers recognized for not only for the exceptional volume of reviews but also their top-notch customer satisfaction. The 2022 CARFAX Top-Rated Dealers averaged a rating of 4.5 stars out of five from verified customer reviews.

“Our family at Chevrolet of Mandan work hard to provide truly exceptional customer service. We take pride knowing this Trophy sets us apart from our competitors” says Forrest Olson, General Manager of Chevrolet of Mandan. This is our second year earning CARFAX Top-Rated Dealer, and we are proud knowing it’s backed by our customers’ veri fied reviews and the CARFAX brand.”

Q: WHAT IS DATA SPRAWL AND HOW TO COMBAT IT?

A: Data sprawl describes the exponential growth of information contained within an organization’s digital environment. The conversion from paper files to digital has triggered a cascading effect on data retention. Managing the duplication of data may seem overwhelming, and backing up redundant or outdated data is costly. Unsecured data locations are a security risk. Consolidate data into a central repository, or a single source of truth. This will help employees find information more efficiently and record keepers determine if data is being duplicated or stored in risky areas. A single data source can streamline audits and classification.

Organizations need to create a clear set of standards for data governance. If there were retention and classification policies for physical data, they need to be modified for digital data, or new policies developed for data types not previously covered. There are a myriad of services and software available on the market designed to help classify data, apply compliance standards, and implement retention policies. Data sprawl is the responsibility of everyone on your team and will require company-wide acceptance and standardization.

Q: HOW DID ALL THAT SNOW THIS YEAR AFFECT COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE?

A: We experienced a near record-breaking snowfall amount this last winter. And property owners and managers were scrambling to remove the snow. As the winter continued, fewer parking spaces were available replaced by giant piles of snow that had to be loaded and hauled out (very expensive). As if blading and pushing the snow multiple times per week wasn’t expensive enough, they had to pay even more to find a place to dispose of it. And here is how it hits all of us: Higher rents and more operating expenses. As a tenant, most leases include these expenses in the CAM (or Common Area Maintenance) amount. Which historically have been in the $4.00 per square foot (annual) range. This year owners have experienced snow removal invoices of over $10-20,000. Or double that of an average year. Calculated out to each tenant’s pro-rata share, Landlord’s are seeing this expense go up $.50 to $1.00 PSF per year. If you are in a NNN lease, your CAM expense could increase around $1.00 PSF in 2023. And if you are not in a NNN lease, these are still expenses that will affect your rental rates. Knowing your lease terms as a Tenant or Landlord is important. Your commercial agent can help. We’d welcome your call at (701) 222-0232 or email to george@ risepropertybrokers.com.

Q: HOW CAN I MAINTAIN A DRAMA-FREE WORKPLACE?

A: In today's fast-paced and competitive work environment, drama can be a major productivity drain and a significant source of stress in the workplace. However, business leaders have the power to create a harmonious and drama-free work environment. By implementing the following strategies, leaders can foster a positive workplace culture:

Communicate Expectations

Make sure each employee knows what is expected of them. Clearly define roles, responsibilities, and performance goals early on.

Encourage Open Communication. Create an environment where employees feel comfortable sharing their feedback, concerns, and opinions without fear of judgment.

Foster a Positive Workplace Culture. Encourage accountability, teamwork, celebrate successes, reward positive contributions, and promote a positive attitude throughout the workplace.

Train and Development Employees. Foster a learning culture that encourages personal and professional growth. Train managers on interpersonal skills and how to handle conflict.

A drama-free workplace not only enhances productivity and morale but also attracts and retains top talent, ultimately contributing to long-term success.