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Take control of education costs, taxes, with ISave 529

What’s the ISave 529 plan’s favorite motivational quote? “The best way to predict your future is to invest in it!” OK, OK, I know that’s a bit corny, and while we’re not quite to planting season, tax time is getting…

Starting a business? Remember, your time is valuable

By Brenda LaMarche / Guest Column Eight years ago, I started my business. It was…

Is the open office format bad?

By Jen Neumann / Guest Column No, but your culture might not be right for…

Six ways to change your workplace by saying thanks

By Greg Dardis / Guest Column Every day I work with words, helping clients articulate…

Big data and the future of VA Health Care

By Judith Johnson-Mekota / Guest Column As director of a VA Health Care System, I’m…

Six benefits of private equity investment

By Scott Bushkie / Guest Column Private equity gets a bad rap. There’s this view…

Effective public relations requires planning

By Betsy McCloskey / Guest Column Public relations planning can be a beast to tack­le,…

Engaging in productive conflict – it’s your choice

By Gale Mote / Guest Column Generating innovative ideas and solutions to the challenges and…

Debates help Iowa voters see beyond attack ads

By Joe Sheller / Media Column I am a fan of election year political debates…

How Twitter can benefit your business

By Sherry Bonelli / Guest Column Nearly one-third of the world uses social networks regularly.…

Why Jeff Bezos cares so much about writing

By Greg Dardis / Guest Column I try to learn from the best minds, and…

Make a good impression by avoiding these 7 handshakes

By Stacey Hanke / Guest Column Have you ever wondered what your handshake says about…

Partnering strengthens community hospitals

By Sean Williams / Guest Editorial With a few exceptions, the hospitals in Iowa are…

Your personal brand can boost your business brand

By Lynn Manternach / Guest Column Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a CEO, an en­try-level employee…

Five trends reshaping politics & media in 2018

By Joe Sheller / Media Column A half-page advertisement appeared in the Sept. 13 edition…

Stay vigilant to avoid premises liability

By Jonathan Schmidt / Guest Column Personal injuries can arise in a wide variety of…