Opinion
Opinion: The power of storytelling for tomorrow’s business leaders
Today, we have more technology in our pockets than the astronauts took with them to the moon. And yet, at a time when it should be easier than ever to connect and communicate, it’s harder than ever to stand out.…
The winners and losers of tax day
By Dan Danner / Guest Editorial The good news is that business is terrific right…
Getting good at resolving conflict
By Gale Mote/Consulting The ability to engage in healthy conflict conversations is an essential skill…
Affordable health insurance for Iowa small businesses
By Stephene Moore and Patricia Brown-Dixon / Guest Editorial For years, we had a health…
You are invited to the content-marketing party
By Lynn Manternach/Consulting Have you been waiting for an invite to the cool new marketing approach,…
An Opportunity for Continued Growth
By Gov. Terry Branstad / Guest Editorial Iowans are thankful for those who give their…
A personal model of professional leadership
By John Langhorne/Consulting Not-so-many years ago, I was at a professional meeting and an academic…
Strong organizations require effective boards
By Regenia Bailey/Consulting Just as successful businesses and efficient local governments are integral to thriving…
Exporting can help businesses expand, create jobs at home
By Patricia Brown-Dixon / Guest Editorial In today’s global economy, selling around the world can…
Three steps to an effective elevator speech
By Greg Dardis/Consulting Have you ever left a social function with the nagging suspicion that, despite…
Long-term savings questions to consider
By Tim Hawkins/Consulting Financial professionals often follow two rules of thumb when providing clients with…
Firearm rights and limitations
By Bob Elliott / Guest Editorial We know our constitution and its supporting law enforcement…
Common sense employee recruitment strategies
By Gale Mote/Consulting As an employer, would you offer $4,000 to a new employee to quit…
Helping high-potentials avoid transition pitfalls
By Daniel Portes/Consulting A message popped up on my phone this morning reminding me of…
Appoint Kelly to Eight Circuit
By Jennifer Smith / Guest Editorial If appointed, Jane Kelly would be the first woman…
It’s not about you, it’s about the customer
By Lynn Manternach/Consulting You know it’s all about the customers, right? So why is your marketing…