Archive for April 2011
Craft beers on display
The Iowa Brewers Guild will take over 10th Street in the Western Gateway on May 21 to celebrate American Craft Beer Week, which runs May 16-22. The inaugural Iowa Craft Brew Fest will feature more …
Read MoreHarkin announces federal dollars for homeless programs
Sen. Tom Harkin said that $1.2 million, including $430,000 for the city of Des Moines, has been awarded to support homeless assistance programs across Iowa. The Continuum of Care Homeless Assistance grant program offers assistance …
Read MoreDMACC Alumni Association honors six graduates for achievements
The Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) Alumni Association presented awards to former DMACC students in a recent ceremony.
College President Rob Denson took part in the event honoring the recipients.
• David Hade of …
Read MoreA Closer Look: Jason White
What were you hired to do?
What I believe they hired me to do was to provide leadership, make tough decisions, restructure the organization in some ways, for the better, and to get results. I …
Read MoreStill employed, but hurting
In the privacy of my office, I’ve heard story after story of the difficult emotional impact of company downsizings. I wasn’t listening to casualties of the downsizings; the people relating their stories were “survivors.” None …
TRANSITIONS: Time to stop commuting
Now that Earth Day is over, and everybody is back to trashing up the place, maybe it’s a good time to pass along the real secret to saving the planet. Sorry for the delay; I’ve …
Objections and motives
For some reason, during the past 60 days the word “objection” has been the prime topic of my email buzz and my customers’ requests.
Most objections are bogus, or they’re stalls or lies, or they …
Read MoreYou’re a professional – stop giving away your expertise
”Actually, I get paid to do that.” I hear this every day in a client’s story. I say this every day in my own head. I’m betting that you mutter it under your breath as …
A variable annuity has an investor constantly upset
Dear Mr. Berko:
I bought a $100,000 ING annuity in 2007, and it’s now down to $82,000. When I talk to my broker about this, he tries to get me to put more money in …
Read MoreArt by Magic set to open at West Glen
Monika Agic will sell art, not magic, at a gallery and studio that opens May 6 at West Glen Town Center, but she will accept any appreciation that a mix of fine art and handmade …