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On Leadership: Are you an inclusive leader?

Back in the ’90s, I worked at a Wall Street firm where there were only a few women in top leadership. I was excited to have a seat at the table in the big boardroom …

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On Leadership: Business Record newsmakers make news with top industry awards

“Helping businesses do business better.” 


That is our mission and our mantra at the Business Record, the flagship publication of Business Publications Corporation (BPC). Over the last 18 months, we have been laser-focused on bringing …

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On Leadership: Pride Month, every month

For much of my Aunt Lois’ long career as an English literature professor in Texas, she was in the closet. Now in her 80s, she was typical of many LGBTQ individuals of her era who …

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On Leadership: Communicating work changes in an ever-changing environment

As the pandemic ebbs, back to work plans are on everyone’s minds as leaders grapple with whether their teams should return to the office full time, stay remote or adopt hybrid approaches. While crafting our …

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On Leadership: Workplace mental health key to economic recovery

The reality of mental health in the workplace hit home for Business Publications Corporation (BPC) last year as our colleagues, like so many, experienced increased stress due to uncertainty and changes brought on by the …

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On Leadership: Why financial literacy is important to businesses (and all Iowans)

At our company’s recent annual 401(k) education meeting, a young team member raised her hand for more information, saying she was “trying to learn to be an adult.” I chuckled but applauded her because managing …

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On Leadership: Top marketers focus on consumers’ hearts, minds and values in 2021

During the pandemic, my buying habits changed. I now shop exclusively at one online grocer, I favor retailers who can deliver to my small town, and I stopped patronizing some brands based on their response …

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On Leadership: Male Leaders

Two men changed the course of my life in my early 20s. When I was the executive director of a small nonprofit organization, these two board members took me out for lunch and suggested I …

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On Leadership: Iowa ‘She-roes’ inspire today’s leaders

March is Women’s History Month, a time to reflect and celebrate the accomplishments of female role models. Right here in Iowa, countless women have shaped and advanced our state and made a difference in our …

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On Leadership: Leading with positivity in 2021

Last month I reached out to some Des Moines leaders to ask what issues were top of mind as they entered 2021. A theme quickly emerged: Many said leading their teams with optimism and positivity …