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Guest Opinion: The proof is in the paycheck … for now

BY DIANE RAMSEY | CEO, Iowa Women Lead Change

I was at my computer recently doing a quick scan of news headlines when one jumped out at me. “How Much You Make Impacts How Much…
By BPC Staff | Jul 25, 2016
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SPEAK UP: Why flexibility is no reason to accept lower pay

You tell a prospective employer you need flexibility in your work schedule, and they are willing to accommodate — but it will cost you with a lower salary. It’s easy to see how an applicant…
By BPC Staff | Jul 25, 2016
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Iowa Females You Should Remember: Viola Gibson

  Editor’s Note: Four weeks ago, we announced four new Iowa Women’s Hall of Fame inductees. We wanted to do a little extra to celebrate their accomplishments, so we are showcasing the nomination information for one…
By LIFT IOWA STAFF | Jul 25, 2016
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On The Rise: 7-25-16

  Azure Christensen  Joined HCI Care Services and Visiting Nurse Services of Iowa as foundation executive director. West Des Moines   Brittany Bonnicksen Hired as director of strategy and client relations at the West Des…
By BPC Staff | Jul 25, 2016
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On The Rise: 7-25-16

  Azure Christensen  Joined HCI Care Services and Visiting Nurse Services of Iowa as foundation executive director. West Des Moines   Brittany Bonnicksen Hired as director of strategy and client relations at the West Des…
By BPC Staff | Jul 25, 2016
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Opinion: Things we learn preparing for our own deaths

BY KATHLEEN RIESSEN | Partner, Measured Intentions  

Thinking of your own death can be morbid and scary. Most of us can’t even bear to write a will, let alone write an obituary for ourselves. …
By BPC Staff | Jul 25, 2016
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Lift IOWA readers no strangers to queen bee syndrome

A majority of readers who responded to a survey in a recent edition of Lift IOWA say they have witnessed “queen bee” behavior, or women who refused to help other women in their careers.


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By MEGAN VERHELST | Jul 25, 2016
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Guest Opinion: Leaders need to build community — Why it’s harder than ever

This semester I am teaching an undergraduate management course, and I found myself perplexed. Most students come into class 10-15 minutes early and open their laptops or only look at their cellphones. They rarely greet …
By JANN FREED | Jul 22, 2016
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Guest Opinion: It’s all about R-E-S-P-E-C-T

BY TERRI JENSEN | Chief information officer, Holmes Murphy  

All right…truth time. Did you just sing that title in your head? It’s OK if you did. I’ve been singing it all day since I …
By BPC Staff | Jul 18, 2016
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Event July 19: Women of Worth July networking luncheon

Host: Women of Worth About: The event, which includes two sessions for networking, will include lunch and a presentation by Joyce Knock on how to be a hero and not a bully. When: 11:30 a.m.…
By BPC Staff | Jul 18, 2016