During a recent appearance in Ames, Tom Vilsack told a series of stories about farmers, the weather, human nature and the value of innovation. The former U.S. secretary of agriculture and governor of Iowa spoke …
By Mandi McReynolds | Global community relations manager, Principal Financial Group Inc. One of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves is the decision to declutter our lives and focus our efforts on meaningful action. When we make …
The “heart attack” I thought I was having a few weeks ago was actually the result of bad posture.
It began before dawn on a Tuesday. When I reached to turn on a closet light, …
By Terri Jensen | Chief information officer, Holmes Murphy & Associates I recently had the opportunity to speak with a young leader who’s discouraged by many of today’s issues. She feels overwhelmed and unheard as she learns …
Host: NAWBO Iowa About: Come celebrate the holidays with fellow NAWBO Iowa members. Relax with others and celebrate the success of 2017. The event is free to attend; however, RSVPs are required. When: 4-6 p.m.…
As the end of the year approaches, it’s often good to reflect on the personal goals you set at the beginning of the year and evaluate your progress. Did I lose the 20 pounds I …
“It’s déjà vu all over again,” said a voice from behind on a bright, crisp morning as I neared the Des Moines Art Center.
“It is a nice day,” I replied to my old friend …
So, it doesn’t seem logical that over the past many …
By Kelly Eagle | Account manager, Shift Interactive Imagine walking into a startup. What do you see? What do you hear? The room almost buzzes with excitement. There are lots of conversations and visible collaboration everywhere you …
Economist Jim Paulsen made an interesting observation recently when he noted that economic productivity has grown more slowly during the current recovery than during any other recovery since World War II. Since the last recession, …
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