I’ve been the host of "Open for Business," a business and consumer talk show on KMMS since 2004. I’m the author of "How to Market, Advertise and Promote Your Business or Service In Your Own Backyard" (Wiley), and "The Small Town Advertising Handbook: How to Say More and Spend Less," and "How to Market, Advertise and Promote Your Business or Service In A Small Town.” All Available on Amazon. One of my books has been a textbook at the University of Alaska and Missouri State University. I’ve appeared on MSNBC's "Your Business" with JJ Ramberg, featured in Costco Connection Magazine (twice), Target Market Magazine, Emerging Business, Business Adviser, and magazines in China, India and Turkey. Follow me on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn. Call the show at (406) 522-8255 – Text (406) 478-8298 Email me at tom@kmmsam.com "Open for Business" Past Shows: https://kmmsam.com/open-for-business-re-broadcasts-with-tom-shane/
Tom Egelhoff
Is a Simple Life the Best Life?
An all-day bike ride would be relaxing heaven to some but intolerable exercise to me. One person’s simple is another person’s work.
Darn, I Didn’t See Anything Offensive On My Drive Today
I don’t understand. According to the news there is something offensive on nearly every street corner. What am I missing? Maybe I’m just not paying attention.
How To Be Happier in Your Job
It seems like a lot of folks these days seem to be stuck in jobs they don’t like. In some cases it might have been the only opportunity available at the time.
I Live My Life By The Airplane Rule
Those enablers who confirm that your station in life is beyond your control and you must be completely dependent on others are doing you a great disservice.
Having A Bad Day? — Try Being in Lolo, MT
"It's hard when you're watching your house be almost burned," said Case, "and people are taking pictures. It's hard."
How to Safely Watch The Solar Eclipse on August 21
In case you somehow missed it, there will be a solar eclipse that will be visible on Monday, August 21st around 1130AM in Bozeman.
Bozeman City Commission To Force Affordable Housing
Why stop with housing? Why not take this to Main Street? Get an “I’m poor” card from the city and you get an affordable discount on all your purchases.
Bozeman City Commission May Regulate Food Trucks on Main Street
However, I don’t think any of us want wall-to-wall food trucks lining Main Street so there has to be a compromise of some kind.
Elton John is Coming to the Brick
Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 18.
Super Friday Fun Facts — Some Classic Super Bowl Commercials
Who doesn't like Super Bowl commercials? Every Monday morning quarterback will be evaluating their favorite ads.
Have You Got $500 Bucks?
Saving money is hard. There is no way I can sugarcoat it for you. You are going to have to do without some things you like to save your future.
Why The $15 Minimum Wage Is A Good And Bad Idea
On the surface the minimum wage is a good idea to most people. Why shouldn’t people have a living wage — or at least something closer to it?