h digitalfootprint web 728x90

Business Record Insider

25510 1

Gitomer: More big questions, answers

Here are a few more sales, business and life answers that can help you make more sales  TODAY, and help you build a personal brand and reputation FOREVER.

1. Jeffrey, what do you do every …

25512 50

McLellan: Where will you be in 2016?

I know you’re barely getting used to writing 2015, but I want to get you to think about 2016 for a few minutes, because before we know it, it will be here. Will your organization …

DSC 6869

Economic Forecast: What we learned

Last week, some top economic experts in Iowa shared their insights and opinions about the 2015 economy with a capacity crowd at the Business Record’s annual Economic Forecast luncheon. I, sadly, came down with a …

25514 34

2015 Deloitte CFO of the Year: Jim Weber

When several of Hubbell Realty Co.’s competitors were going out of business during the Great Recession, Jim Weber saw golden opportunities for growth. 

“That presented us with an opportunity to purchase some of those properties …

25525 70

Untangling the web

Now more than ever, nonprofit organizations must strive to find new, innovative ways to reach potential donors. 

This is especially true in Greater Des Moines, where the donor pool is smaller than in larger communities …

25505 34

A Closer Look: Natasha Sayles

At age 26, Natasha Sayles already has built a business from the ground up. Now she uses those skills learned so early at the helm of one of Greater Des Moines’ largest annual nonprofit events.…

25491 34

Business Record 1-23-15

Policy Pothole
Lawmakers face tough debate, $215 million shortfall in road cash

Focus: Legislative Issues to Watch

View Issue…

25479 52

The Elbert Files: A daughter-in-law remembers

Editor’s note: Business Record columnist Dave Elbert’s mother died recently at the age of 95, just one day after the 25th anniversary of his father’s death. The following was written for her service by Dave’s …

25480 34

Gitomer: Big questions, bigger answers

1. How come people don’t call me back?

People not calling you back is not a problem; it’s a symptom. Here are some of the real reasons people don’t call you back:

A. Boring message. …

25482 52

McLellan: The question behind the question

If you were ever to become an employee at Walt Disney World, you’d go through a class called Traditions. You’d learn all about the vision and legacy of Walt Disney and all the ins and …