Tag: consulting
Empowered Solutions Collective partners with 2892 Miles To Go for new youth-led initiative
The Cedar Rapids-based Empowered Solutions Collective has announced the launch of “Cultivating Stories of Resilience,” a youth-led initiative, as stated in a news release...
Empowered Solutions Collective launches with focus on equity
Sarah Blais and Tamara Marcus have combined their varied backgrounds to address equity, social justice, and environmental issues in Corridor communities. The friends-turned-business partners...
Benchmark announces leadership transition
Benchmark, Inc., a nationwide leader in roof and pavement consulting services, has announced a leadership transition.
In a news release, Benchmark said that company president...
Honkamp Payroll acquires North Liberty HR consulting firm
Honkamp Payroll, LLC, a payroll and human capital management company headquartered in Dubuque, has recently acquired BRL HR Consulting LLC, a human resources consulting...
Can the Terminator be an inventor?
By Charlie Damschen | Guest Column
Nearly everyone is aware of artificial intelligence (AI) at some level, even if it’s only through one of Hollywood’s...
When it comes to motivation, keep it simple
By Gale Mote | Guest Column
Frequently, I am asked the question, “How do I motivate my employees?” My first response is always, with a...
The secret to speaking well: listening well
By Greg Dardis / Consulting Column
I made a statement in my last column that several readers commented on: “Listening well is the under-appreciated foundation...
Job skills that matter most in the Corridor
By Gale Mote / Management Column
There has been much conversation locally, in our state and around the country regarding the workforce skills gap –...
Family business transitions critical to regional health
By Maurie Cashman / Consulting Column
When it comes to envisioning a healthier region, how closely do we look at the health of the family...
Reflecting on career lessons learned
By Gale Mote / Guest Column
Would you do anything differently?
It’s a question I am frequently asked by those contemplating starting their own business. The...