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The Most Popular Vehicles in the U.S. with Julie Blackley

We're talking cars and trucks but...not just any vehicles but the most popular in the U.S. and the various regions of the country.  My guest is Julie Blackley from car site ISeeCars.com. Click in to listen to what this group does, how it benefits you the consumer and the very interesting bits of information you can gleen.  Taking bets on the most popular vehicle in the U.S.? I can tell you their ads, according to Julie, are accurate.  Enjoy!

Finding A Job Is Easy - Getting It Requires More - Meet Marni Hockenberg

Yes, there are "jobs out there" but actually making yourself into what the company is looking for takes a skill set that many people just don't have. Enter Marni Hockenberg who works with job seekers at the highest level to help them create a brand that works and gives them the tools to secure their future. You can learn more here and by visiting Hockenberg Search. 

The Business News Headlines 19 November 2020

It seems like each day we bring you the news of another business or business sector that is struggling or simply going out of business. But, some are thriving. It's the business news headlines for Thursday the 19th of November and here is what we've got:
The stock prices of these companies are...way up;
More stimulus stories moved the markets;
Adult children moving...home with their folks;
Facebook defends bringing employees back to the office;
BuzzFeed is buying The Huff Post;
The Wall Street Report
News about wages and Starbucks.
Those stories PLUS you'll meet Roger Stalheim who is in talking about a free business planning summit taking place on December 9th. Yes, it's free and you can join from anywhere you're located.  To listen to that conversation, just click here.
Thanks for coming by! 

Business Planning for 2021 with Roger Stalheim

Our guest is Roger Stalheim from The Alternative Board and we're talking about the Iowa Power Leaders Summit that will happen in early December. BUT, do not let the word "Iowa" keep you from attending this free event that will focus on fiance, better social media efforts and business management. Again this is open to you no matter where you have a business. Here is the link to the Iowa Power Leaders Summit. Enjoy and go learn!

The Business News Headlines 17 November 2020

Welcome to the Tuesday Edition of the business news headlines and we start off with the sudden turn-around from several of the nation's governors:
The link between COVID and the Economy;
The markets faltered today and why;
More job cuts announced by a big bank;
FLIX Brewhouse closes...again;
Home Depot workers to see a wage spike;
A major candy manufacturer goes...healthy;
Tesla headed to the S&P 500;
The Wall Street Report;
Office perks losing their appeal.
Thanks for listening and you can follow us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour. 

The Business News Headlines 12 November 2020

Today the chair of the Central Bank had some stunning things to say and they lead off our report for Thursday the 12th of November. Here's what's going on:
The economy...what's over?
Jet Blue opens up;
Airline employment sinks again;
The price of oil tanked today and why;
Rent or Own we're talking housing;
Disney reported...not...good;
How confident are you at the dealership;
Wall Street Report
They are hiring but...what about pay?
Those stories and for the interview you'll meet Jonnie Wright from the Buyosphere. His work is to see to it that small businesses grow by making sure nobody skips over the "small stuff". It's an engaging conversation and you can listen by clicking here.
Thanks for coming by! 

Making Small Businesses Successful - Jonnie Wright

For years Jonnie Wright and his wife Lorri have been working with small business owners to help build their profits by paying attention to the things that are so often overlooked. Jonnie and Lorri are The Buyosphere and this conversation centers on success. Doing the little things that make a big difference. Soon his company will hold their first virtual training session "Making Every Call Count" and you can register here. Honestly, it doesn't matter what vertical you're in...listen and you will learn.

The Business News Headlines 11 November 2020

Thank you to veterans both past and present for your service to our nation.  It's the business news headlines for Wednesday the 11th of November and here is what we've got for you:
Wall Street ends the day mixed;
Lyft is getting into a new service and why;
Could the recession get worse...some say yes;
Americans are taking 401(k) cash;
Target is doing something very different and why;
UPS has relaxed a bunch of rules;
Retailers starting to worry about shortages;
Mom's are suing employers;
The Wall Street Report;
Some disturbing housing news.
Thanks for listening! 

The Business News Headlines 6 November 2020

We made it to Friday...that one fact should be something to celebrate.  It's the Friday Edition of the Business News Headlines and here's what we've got for you:
Wall Street ended the day mixed;
The U.S. added more jobs but, yes, there is a but;
The price of oil fell again today and why;
Some chain restaurant news;
The states are seeing dollars in pot;
The Clorox/Lysol Scam;
The Wall Street Report;
Wait...what was that in California?
Those stories PLUS, because it is Friday, Jeff Pitts, the managing editor of Cityview Magazine is in to chat it up about "Stuff to Do" in the Greater Des Moines Metro. Some things cancelled but music, the laughs and honky tonk dancing cowboys made the list. To listen just click here.
Thanks for coming by! 

Area Diesel Service and ISO Certification

Recently the family owned company Area Diesel Service was awarded an ISO 9001:2015 Certification. What does that mean for the company and its clients?  You can bet we asked. Here Von Leefers and his wife Linda explain what this is, the impact on their business and, more importantly, what it means to their customers.