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Guest opinion: Civility isn’t about politeness — it’s about respect
In an age of political tension, social media pile-ons, and “cancel culture,” the call for civility has become a popular refrain. We hear it from elected leaders, educators, pastors, you name it: “We need more civility.” Too often, that word…
Revitalizing our economy: The importance of supporting veteran-owned small businesses
The strength of any nation, in many respects, lies in the vibrancy of its economy,…
Is your organization’s talent attraction tactical or strategic?
When your company develops its recruiting strategy for the upcoming year, is your company’s strategy…
Threads: The new Twitter? Or just another platform?
Have you joined Threads yet? Less than a week after its public launch, more than…
Creating a vibrant workforce and community
As the mother of two grown daughters, it’s safe to say that anytime they ask…
Asking better questions
Good questions are the core of research, and properly designing them can be an underappreciated…
Designing companies with the customer in mind
Entrepreneur Support Organizations (ESOs) have been active in the Corridor for well over a decade.…
New Iowa law could provide boost for many businesses
A recently signed law may benefit many Iowa businesses. The new law allows pass-through entities…
Designing companies with the customer in mind
Entrepreneur Support Organizations (ESOs) have been active in the Corridor for well over a decade.…
The rise of the social media de-influencer
In the ever-changing world of social media marketing, there has been an unexpected twist to…
Do your managers achieve employee engagement through clever coaching?
In my speech “Make Your Company Roar (Recruit, Onboard, Actuate, Retain) Top Performers,” the “A”…
Real business value: Gain traction for your business with EOS
Now that your vision, mission, brand, and strategic objectives are clear, it’s time to drive…
Employers should take a stand for mental health
Mental Health Awareness Month was first observed in the United States in May 1949 and…
How retirement plans could set your business apart
Americans as a whole aren’t saving nearly enough for retirement. In recent years, this has…
The evolution of SEO: A look at one of our greatest tools
The internet drives almost everything we do, both as businesses and as consumers. We communicate,…
Seven effective training questions for managers to identify best qualified candidates
For more than 40 years of recruiting and talent attraction consulting, one constant stood out.…