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New Children’s Book Series – Berry Patch Friends

Russ Hovendick — Thu, 30 Jul 2015 16:21:19 +0000

Russ Hovendick shares information on his new book I Have a Secret with Sarah Blakely.

This is the first book in the new Berry Patch Friends series. I Have a Secret was written to help parents convey the message of “I Love You” to their children, which is lacking in so many homes today. It’s so rewarding as an author, to hear comments back from readers stating that they absolutely love this book. Typical comments are that “It is adorable”, “Oh How Fun” or that “It brought a tear to my eye” and this excites me, realizing that it is connecting with my intended audience. I trust that you will enjoy this book, as well as future books in the series.

This fun book takes you on a journey through the berry patch with mother bear and her little cub. The book begins with the mother telling her cub that she has a secret. The anticipation of the secret paired with cute pictures immediately grabs the attention of readers.

To purchase the book on Amazon click to buy now

Our thanks to KDLT for producing the career corner segment.

Employer Spotlight – Foremost Farms USA Interview #3 2-19-15

Russ Hovendick — Thu, 19 Feb 2015 22:21:46 +0000

Employer Spotlight Interview with Foremost Farms USA. In today’s interview Directional Motivation’s founder Russ Hovendick speaks with Joan Behr Director of Corporate Communication and Brand Management at Foremost Farms USA.

Topics Include:
– It’s an exciting time to join Foremost Farms.
– Product Development

South Dakota Secretary of Agriculture discusses job opportunities in South Dakota

Russ Hovendick — Tue, 15 Jul 2014 17:28:43 +0000

Secretary Of Agriculture Lucas Lentsch visits with Directional Motivation founder, Russ Hovendick, about employment opportunities in South Dakota, upcoming projects, as well as his path to becoming secretary. Lucas brings a unique background of experience to the position which includes: farming, food manufacturing, military and also being a small business owner.

Useful Links:
SD Ready To Work

Dakota Roots

The Value of Military Veterans in the Workplace –HRAM event in Omaha

Russ Hovendick — Thu, 10 Apr 2014 16:31:41 +0000

On Tuesday, April 8th Russ had the privilege of addressing the HRAM (Human Resource Managers of the Midwest) conference in Omaha, NE. The theme of the conference centered on discovering the value of our military veteran community. Organizations quickly learned the unique talents that transitioning veterans bring to the table and the benefit that they can bring to the companies that hire them. It was fun to play an active part in making a difference for our veterans. Thank you to the HRAM group for the opportunity to highlight our veterans!

Other speakers at the event included: Teri Clark, Bonnie Bessler, Chad Storlie, Tianna Robinson, and Evan Downey

Russ Hovendick & Tianna Robinson

Russ Hovendick speaking at the HRAM conference in Omaha.

Chad Storlie

Teri Clark

Bonnie Bessler

Evan Downey

Directional Motivation featured on TV and Radio

Russ Hovendick — Wed, 13 Nov 2013 19:04:06 +0000

We have had a successful week getting out into the community and spreading the word about all that we are doing with Directional Motivation and especially helping our returning veterans. KDLT news featured a story centered around the Deployment to Employment book and also the success that one veteran has experienced with it.

Congratulations to Bill Zortman -Host of It’s Your Business for his 500th show! Russ was one of the guests who got to participate in the milestone show and speak about the employment maket and veterans.

Russ also had the chance to visit with Sioux Falls Mayor Mike Huether and talk briefly about the local needs in the Sioux Falls market and the role that veterans play in the employment equation.