Opinion
CBJ editorial: End of an era
Two of Iowa’s most influential business advocates are retiring later this month after nearly half a century of combined statewide leadership. Mike Ralston is retiring Dec. 31 as president of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) after nearly…
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…
Six steps to tune your personal performance
By John Langhorne/Consulting January is over, so much for all those New Year’s resolutions, except those you…
Why a casino is bad for Linn County business
By Scott Stines / Guest Editorial Linn County residents vote March 5 on a proposed…
It’s time Linn County
By Steve Gray and Drew Skogman / Guest Editorial On March 5, we will have…
Rising costs remain a health-care concern
By Tim Charles / Health Care CEO Employers are challenged to implement strategies and look…
Have a plan for retirement
By Tim Hawkins If you want to retire with confidence, you need to have and follow…
Scholarships crucial educating future leaders
By Lynette L. Marshall / Guest Editorial Rachel Revelez is the first person in her…
Mastering the four pillars of effective mentoring
By Gale Mote/Consulting An extremely effective way to develop professional skills is to find a mentor who…
How the SBA serves underserved communities
By Patricia Brown-Dixon / Guest Editorial Each January, we honor the life and legacy of…
Your brand is your most valuable asset
By Lynn Manternach/Consulting Does your company have a brand champion? Typically a brand champion is…
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…