Supporting our veterans
By Maggie Mowery / Guest Editorial
The Fourth of July holiday was a chance for many of us to celebrate freedom and those who have...
Consumer research: Buy or DIY?
By Lynn Manternach / Guest Editorial
We’re all trying to figure out how to align what we’re selling with what consumers want to buy. Sometimes...
Encouraging board meeting attendance
By Regenia Bailey / Guest Editorial
Summer, beautiful summer. With vacations, family activities and seasonal distractions, board meeting attendance may dip during summer months. This...
Exploring the value of executive wisdom
By John Langhorne / Guest Editorial
The nature of wisdom is equal parts philosophical and empirical.
One philosophical definition says that wisdom is the ability, developed...
Enhance your efficiency through education
By Jean Kruse / Guest Editorial
Efficiency is the key to maximizing small business profitability, productivity and potential. However, in devoting so much attention to...
Leveraging the power of purpose
By Gale Mote / Guest Editorial
Managers and team leaders frequently ask me, “How do I keep employees motivated and inspired? How do I get...
Networking tips from a Hollywood legend
By Greg Dardis / Guest Editorial
When Brian Grazer accounts for his success as an Emmy-winning movie producer, he boils it down to one trait:...
Knocking down the Iowa Straw Poll
By Joe Sheller / Guest Editorial
You might have missed it, but there was recently a national election in the United Kingdom. In the U.K.,...
Do your employees love your brand?
By Lynn Manternach / Guest Editorial
We all want our customers to love our organization’s brand. But have you given much thought to whether your...
Be an ambassador for your organization
By Regenia Bailey / Guest Editorial
I recently spoke at a monthly meeting of the Eastern Iowa Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals about...