Opinion
Opinion: Why businesses should learn about IAble
Whether you operate on Main Street or in a multi-state network, your business has an influence, not just on your employees, but on your community as a whole. As our state’s economy continues to grow and diversify, so too should…
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…
Big leadership changes in Iowa City
Three of the most high profile and challenging, public sector positions in Iowa City are…
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…
Welcome back, Kristie Fisher
The last several presidents at Kirkwood Community College, including the current one, have been exceptional…
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…
Entrepreneurial icon John Pappajohn dies
The University of Iowa recently lost another icon. Businessman and philanthropist John Pappajohn died April…
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.…
Fundraising innovates in the Corridor
How do we fundraise for needy nonprofit organizations when our social fabric and connectivity seems…
IowaWORKS – Connecting veterans to businesses
Did you know that IowaWORKS can help your business recruit veterans who may have specialized…
What is the most important step in the talent attraction process? The lowly job description
Why is the job description the most important step in the recruiting process? Let us…
Disasters have killed just-in-time supply chains; time to develop something more agile
Empty shelves have become a common sight in American stores. Toilet paper, cough syrup, baby…