Opinion

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GUEST OPINION: We are all self-employed


In what is being called the Great Recession, the contract between individuals and organizations no longer exists, and loyalty from both sides has disappeared. People are losing their jobs, questioning their work-life choices and redefining …

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TRANSITIONS: Stealth is the key to inventing a new fee


Verizon Wireless announced that it planned to charge a $2 fee for making payments one at a time online. Its customers protested, and Verizon not only backed off but now is looking for a way …

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IowaBiz Blog: You get what you measure for

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IowaBiz Blog: Williams-Sonoma as The Grinch Who Stole Christmas

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IowaBiz Blog: Taxes: What’s new for 2012

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IowaBiz Blog: Keep your software current

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IowaBiz Blog: The holiday bonus

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IowaBiz Blog: Demountable wall systems mounting a comeback

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OUR VIEW: Business can’t ignore city’s cuts


The city of Des Moines held a budget forum on Dec. 15 at 11:30 a.m. at the Central Library downtown, nicely timed and located to draw members of the business community.

However, the room held …

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GUEST OPINION: Give right now and get a break


Though there is still some uncertainty in the economy, Iowans continue to be generous and look for ways to maximize year-end giving. Recent legislation that affects year-end giving includes:

1. Endow Iowa tax credits: Endow …