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The Business News Headlines and "Kidnapped From Israel" with Susan Wasserman

Welcome back to a new week and so much going on in the world of the Business News Headlines.  We'll get there first but want you to stick around and listen as we visit with filmmaker Susan Wasserman who is in to talk about her new non-political documentary "Kidnapped From Israel".  It's the story about two street artists from Tel Aviv who were in New York City on October 7 of last year and who focused their energy on visuals we've all seen about those hostages taken out of Israel and into Hamas controlled Gaza.  It is quite the story. Also if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
Consumers are responsible for beating back inflation?
We'll take a deeper dive into that story;
We're expecting a raft of economic data this week;
How about some mini farm critters for your home?
Deadbeat employers and a new law in Maine;
The Wall Street Report;
A big change is coming to the real estate market.
For the interview meet Susan Wasserman on her upcoming documentary "Kidnapped From Israel". It's quite the story. To learn more and if you are moved to help finance her latest project you can do so by following this non-profit donation link that will take you to From the Heart Productions. Yes it is a 501c3 organization. 
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The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 24 July 2024

Wall Street is a mess and we've got some thoughts as to why. Welcome to the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 24th of July.  Thanks for being here. Today we'll spend some time on that hot mess as well as more news, this time from Paris, about Delta cancellations. At least Ed caught a flight out.  And, hey... if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
The mess that is Wall Street and why;
Tesla tanks...again;
The FAA and overburdened flight controllers;
Delta CEO sends a "sorry" message from Paris;
No money for poor folks or rural folks says a court;
The Wall Street Report;
And, Tesla to pivot away from EV's?  Yep that's the story.
Thanks for being here!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Executive Career Training meet Marni Hockenberg

One would think that an executive that has interviewed scores of individuals would interview well when seeking a new placement. That's not the case says Marni Hockenberg of Hockenberg Search.  Marni runs a firm which has a proven process of helping executives contemplating a career change or those executives seeking a new role. Here Marni walks us through that detailed program that requires work but, in the end, can land that great career. And even if you're not a high level exec you will find her program a huge help in this tight labor market. Meet Marni Hockenberg.
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The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 23 July 2024 and Marni Hockenberg

Welcome to the Tuesday Edition of the Business News Headlines...glad you're with us!  Coming up today, along with the news, we'll have you meet Marni Hockenberg who is the principal of Hockenberg Search a company that helps high level executives find and land that dream job.  It's much more than simply "finding" that career. She helps train her clients to interview well, network with others and get that job.  And, yes, there is a process.  Make sure you listen in. Also, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
Regulators looking at how Delta is treating passengers;
Big profits for GM but, there is a but;
Speaking of profits a closer look at Coke and raising prices;
Some housing data that was expected;
The Wall Street Report;
A paid tier for Alexa/Echo?  Yep, looks like it and why.
For the interview you'll meet Marni Hockenberg from Hockenberg Search with, what we think, is a brilliant method in helping executives contemplating a career change or executives seeking a new role.  No matter where you are in your career we think you'll find her process spot on.
Thanks for being here!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 9 July 2024

For some of you it took until today to get back in the swing of things. I know our phones were lighting up all morning long.  Welcome back! This is the early edition of the Business News Headlines where all we ask is that you give us eight minutes to share some of the top business news stories of the day and we kick things off with a look at what small business owners are thinking about...well, business. Meanwhile, and if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
The National Federation of Independent Business and their latest survey;
What small business owners are dealing with and their confidence;
Fed Chair Powell made comments in the Senate Banking Committee;
What we know about ourselves could be in jeopardy. We'll explain;
The Wall Street Report;
Etsy is making a giant U-Turn in their business model and why.
Thanks for being here!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.
 

Corruption of America's Food Industry with Austin Frerick

It's been several years since Austin Frerick has been with us and  it has been well worth the wait. He recently released Barons - Money, Power and the Corruption of America's Food Industry and it is a blockbuster. In it Austin not only names the power brokers but also does extensive background pieces about each "Barron". The Hog Barons, the Grain Barons, the Coffee Barons, the Berry Barons, the Slaughter Barons and the Grocery Barons. This is a book for every book shelf. Here now is Austin Frerick:
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The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

NTPDA Meet Our Members - Call Notes

It's time to ditch that yellow pad and step up to Call Notes. His name is Cy Hilty and for years he has dabbled in computer software…as a hobby. But now he has created a system that helps businesses keep and track phone calls…from a request to a completed transaction. We all know that many of our members still rely on doing this "the old way" however, with Call Notes you keep a record of every call, every request and can up your customer service quickly and easily. Thank you Cy for joining the National Tractor Parts Dealer Association and this should be an asset for many of our current and future members!
We're here to help our members grow their business and provide a wide range of great benefits that more than pay for an annual membership fee of $400. If you're interested in becoming a member head to our Membership Application and let's do this.  Thanks for listening and thank you for being a Member! 

The Business News Headlines 4 June 2024

It's Election Day here in Iowa and, yes, I did vote. We kick things off today with a report about open jobs in the U.S. The headline most outlets had was that "Job Openings Drop to the Lowest Level Since 2021". Sounds bad...right? But, when you look inside the numbers it's pretty good news but, as you know, good news doesn't sell or get clicks. Finally, if you want to reach out to us on Social Media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
Inside the job openings data from today;
Gas prices drop and why that's going on;
High end watches are selling to young people;
Yesterday Meme Stocks had a day...today, not so much;
New Orleans is about to experience a "makeover";
Big news from the world of funerals;
The Wall Street Report;
Shutterstock goes all in on AI.
For the interview you'll meet Jeff Bucklin who with his 79 year old father own and operate Colfax Tractor and Combine Parts in the tiny town of Colfax, Iowa. What is surprising about this story is that, without an inventory system, they have to know, by memory, where in their 100 acres of used tractors, combines, planters and construction equipment those parts...are. Oh, and they ship all over the globe. It's a neat family story...with some history. To LISTEN, CLICK THIS LINK.
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The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Small Business Spotlight - Colfax Tractor Parts

Recently I took a trip down a gravel road in tiny Colfax, Iowa to visit with Jeff Bucklin of Colfax Tractor Parts. They own 100 acres full of nearly every type of used agriculture equipment out there. The founder of the business, Bennie Bucklin (79) still puts in a full week of work helping identify where various tractors, combines, planters, skid loaders are located. Now, get this: They ship these tractor and construction parts all over the globe. It's a big deal. In addition they also buy "gently used" vehicles, detail 'em and sell those as well. Come along for a great family story we think you'll enjoy. 
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The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Meet Rob Taylor a Certified EOS Implementer

Last month we attended the Central Iowa Business Conference (with several hundred business professionals) which was put on by the Urbandale Chamber of Commerce.  We set up a recording booth and visit with a wide range of individuals about...business. Here you'll meet Rob Taylor who is a Certified EOS Implementer and, yes, that was one of the first questions we asked him..."So, Rob, what the heck does that mean?" He answered that and so much more.  Think entrepreneurs, team building and getting the business on the right track.  Meet Rob! 
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The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.