‘I Will Teach You Excel’ Ever get passed up for a promotion or pay increase and wonder, “Why didn’t I get it”? Ever wonder if your skills are good enough to compete in today’s crowded job market? You work hard, … Continued
Alternatives to the business iPhone
For some businesses and job roles, being in constant contact is paramount. It might be hard to stomach at first, but sales personnel, account executives, c-suite level employees, department heads, and many other positions are never really off the clock. … Continued
Should my company do exit interviews?
As your company grows, you may be trying to decide whether to conduct exit interviews to determine why an employee resigned from a position at your business. An employee exit interview isn’t necessarily an attempt to change the person’s mind. … Continued
7 email marketing tips for spring
We think it’s safe to say that spring is finally on its way. The cold weather is beginning to recede, and people are starting their traditional spring cleaning regimens. Now is the perfect time for your company to do the … Continued
Commercial Loans
Four tips on how to best obtain financing for your small business Sabetha Mumm just had a baby when she realized she had to leave the job she was working. Working in an office did not fit the dream she … Continued
Grand openings, new businesses and job changes
D1 Sports offering group fitness Former NFL Running Back Fred Jackson led two free workouts at the recent grand opening of D1 Sports in Waukee. The former Buffalo Bill is a co-owner of the new training facility, which sits inside … Continued
Western Suburbs Networking and Events
Rotary Club of Waukee Des Moines Golf & Country Club 1600 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines Thursdays at 6:45 a.m. The Rotary Club of Waukee is part of Rotary International, a not-for-profit worldwide organization that proves every day that … Continued
It’s been over a decade since Verne Harnish’s best-selling book “Mastering the Rockefeller Habits” was first released. “Scaling Up: How a Few Companies Make It…and Why the Rest Don’t” is the first major revision of this business classic. In “Scaling … Continued
Think of the customer with payment processors
Of all the things that should be simple, why is it accepting customer payments has become so frustrating? If you run a brick and mortar storefront, cash makes things super easy for you but is an annoyance for your customers. … Continued
Should I have my employees sign confidentiality agreements?
A business can have secret information that it relies on to grow. These innovations and creative ideas need to be legally protected to ensure the company maintains its advantage. A confidentiality agreement, also known as a non-disclosure agreement, can be … Continued