Opinion
CBJ editorial: Data center coup
Congratulations on Cedar Rapids’ recently announced “historic” project that will include a minimum $576 million investment for a data center project on the city’s southwest side. This is an enormous economic development coup — the largest capital expenditure project ever…
Navigating the changing social landscape
By John Langhorne/Consulting When historians review the social changes in the United State at this…
Mental health service funding a priority
By Dan Strellner / Guest Editorial The recent tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School in…
Pitfalls for retirement savings, investments
By Tim Hawkins/Consulting My name is Tim Hawkins, founder and CEO of Hawkins Wealth Management.…
Mason: stay the course
Guest Editorial By Tim Terry Observing Gov. Terry Branstad, and his surrogate, State Board of…
How to make a winning impression in seven seconds
By Greg Dardis/Consulting We form an impression of someone within seven seconds of meeting. During…
Now is the time to focus on your company brand
By Lynn Manternach/Consulting Is this the year you really get serious about building your brand?…
The power of succession
By John Langhorne/Consulting Ruminating about 28 years of consulting with organizations of all types, I…
The twelve gifts of a great boss
Gale Mote/Tree Full of Owls As we celebrate the holiday season with all of the…
A story of American immigration, hope
John Langhorne/Tree Full of Owls When I was a small boy, I knew an old lady…
The value of simplicity
Lynn Manternach/Tree Full of Owls Did you know consumers are willing to pay more for simpler…
Why storytelling is vital to your brand
Heather Rast/Tree Full of Owls Storytelling is as ancient as the campfire. Every inclusive and self-reliant…
What clients really want in their service providers
Dennis Schrag/Tree Full of Owls Affability. Availability. Ability. It was nothing serious. A very minor…
How to get the flywheel turning
Gale Mote/Tree Full of Owls One of my greatest challenges (and treasured rewards) is helping…
In life, it is not the elephants
John Langhorne/Tree Full of Owls Every time a person with an automatic weapon kills several people in…
Branding: Do you think like a rock star?
Lynn Manternach/Tree Full of Owls What’s the difference between you and a rock star? It might…