Opinion

Opinion: Will Iowa businesses speak up before we lose our future workforce?
Iowa made national news in February when Governor Kim Reynolds signed into law a bill that struck gender identity from the state’s civil rights law, making Iowa the first state to remove civil rights from a previously protected class. So…
Preparation key to landing Super Bowl
By Greg Dardis / Guest Columnist Minneapolis was considered the underdog when it went up…
Re-imagining school and work
By Mary Ellen Maske | Guest Editorial When the comprehensive high school was created…

The benefits of a brand new style
By Lynn Manternach / Guest Editorial What is it about marketers that makes them want…
Exec evaluation should be clear
By Regenia Bailey / Guest Editorial One of the responsibilities of the board is evaluation…
Respect the home office deduction
By Jean Kruse / Guest Editorial When historians compile the list of the greatest innovations…
Leading from a distance
By Gale Mote / Guest Editorial “If you manage people you don’t see, lead a…
Yes, you need a change of scenery
By Greg Dardis / Guest Editorial It’s a well-known anecdote, but it bears repeating: The…
First strategy, then tactics
By Lynn Manternach / Guest Editorial Most marketers want solid strategy behind their marketing and…
Improving literacy gap for a healthy future
By Jean Robillard / Guest Editorial We’ve all been there – at the doctor’s office,…
Don’t take cash flow for granted
By Jean Kruse / Guest Editorial Without oil, your car won’t run. Without water, your…
Keys for managing a fast-growing business
By Gale Mote / Guest Editorial Growth is the goal! Entrepreneurs, joint ventures and new…
A strong culture is a strong brand
By Lynn Manternach / Guest Editorial How would you describe your company’s culture? It’s not…
Relationship between board, chief executive critical to group
By Regenia Bailey / Guest Editorial The relationship between the board and its chief executive…
Basics of an effective management style
By John Langhorne / Guest Editorial It is clear that some management practices are winners…
SCORE an opportunity to volunteer
By Jean Kruse / Guest Editorial “Volunteer Week” was celebrated the week of April 6-12.…

