The greatest gift for the holidays
By Greg Dardis | Guest Column
Oprah Winfrey could do a dramatic reveal in her sleep. So, when it’s time to announce her holiday gift...
Are you ready for a higher white-collar salary threshold?
By Brenda LaMarche | HR Column
Starting Jan. 1, 2020, more than 1 million white collar workers will be eligible for overtime pay, and more...
The right choice on Cargill’s ask
CBJ EditorialÂ
Cargill has three manufacturing facilities in Cedar Rapids, where it employs about 600 and uses 200 contract employees.
The food processing giant is one...
Are you at risk of derailing as a leader?
By Gale Mote | Management Column
Some leaders demonstrate the right behaviors to keep their followers engaged and aligned, even in turbulent times. They are...
Filling a void in Corridor leadership
CBJ Editorial
Next month we will publish the CBJ’s annual list of the most influential people in the region. This well-read list is something that...
Attention-grabbing signage doesn’t always mean ‘good’
By Joe Coffey | The Fifth Estate
Your business’ most overlooked media format might be the most visible one you have – the signage out...
Beware of unintended consequences
CBJ EditorialÂ
General Mills has a long and important history in Cedar Rapids. Built in 1968, the plant is the company’s largest and most efficient...
The future of the Corridor is entrepreneurship
By Maurie Cashman | Guest Column
Entrepreneurship is important for many reasons, from promoting social change to driving innovation. Entrepreneurship occurs in small businesses, education,...
The future of the Corridor is entrepreneurship
By Maurie Cashman | Guest Column
Entrepreneurship is important for many reasons, from promoting social change to driving innovation. Entrepreneurship occurs in small businesses, education,...
Collective effort needed to reach statewide excellence
By Joe Murphy | Guest Column
As 2020 approaches, the Iowa Business Council is diligently working on creating a career ready workforce, strategies to diversify...