Menards Teardown: The Masterclass Behind A Midwest Hardware Store
Despite Lowe’s and Home Depot, the simplicity of Menards has made it a staple in the Midwest.

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Despite Lowe’s and Home Depot, the simplicity of Menards has made it a staple in the Midwest.
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