Networking

EntreFEST 2021 with Jill and Jourdan

Coming up in June is EntreFEST 2021 a multi day event held in Cedar Rapids, Iowa that focusses on building understanding, community and providing resources for entrepreneurs from across the county. Here Jill Wilkins, COO for NEWBOco and Jourdan McChesney the EntreFEST Event Coordinator visit with me about what it is, who should go, how to get there and if you want to do the event virtually you can join from wherever you are on the planet.  And, if you sign up feel free to use the Promo Code LIBBIE to get 20% off your registration fee.  Nice....
Thanks for listening! 
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 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.

The Business News Headlines 20 April 2021

Investors on Wall Street were, today, more concerned with COVID19 then they were with some good earnings and that's where we'll start and stay with us for our conversation with entrepreneur and author Ben McDougal. But, first the news:
Investors are worried;
A big move in Philadelphia for business;
Imagine Regional Economic Collapse;
Prices on many household items going up;
The Wall Street Report;
People NOT fleeing like we thought.
For the interview you'll meet Ben McDougal a professional connector, entrepreneur and now an author of the book, "You Don't Need This Book".  We take a walk down the path of the entrepreneurial eco system.  To listen just click here! 
Thanks for listening! 
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 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.

Building Rapport the News/Talk 1540 KXEL Broadcast

Every so often we offer up a "Throwback" to a conversation we've had in the past. This past week on News/Talk 1540 KXEL we featured a conversation we had back in 2017 with Carlos Alvarez one of the Tero International trainers. Here we're talking about building rapport with others. Carlos says there isn't really a trick to it...but it does take mastering a couple of skills.  Here's Carlos!
Thanks for listening! 
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 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.

The Business News Headlines 15 February 2021

Welcome back and it's President's Day and the third day of National Entrepreneurship Week here in the United States. So, while Wall Street was shut down we've got these business news headlines for you:
Some entrepreneurship stats;
An update for microbusinesses and PPP;
Retail traders are here to stay says BOA;
Oil and international markets were open and...
Feeling a bit guilty of being pandemic...lazy?
Those stories plus for the interview you'll meet the remarkable entrepreneur Sima Dahl of Chicago. Her back-story is not only amazing but also familiar for so many. We'll be talking about honing your personal and professional brand, why that is important, how to best market you and your business and much more. It's a great way for us to kick off National Entrepreneurship Week.  Meet Sima Dahl by clicking here. 

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 Confidence Dilemma with Tero International

One of the many things we treasure about our relationship with Tero International is their research based work when it comes to achieving success in business or in your personal life. Today we'll introduce you to the topic of confidence. While most people know about the word there are two very different models of confidence and with those two models comes a whole range of leadership issues. Meet founder, president and CEO of Tero International Ro Crosbie and be prepared to...learn. 

No Longer a "Waste of Time" - Going Digital with Laura Kinnard

If it is true that "necessity is the mother of invention" look no further than COVID19 and how some businesses and organizations are suddenly adopting some form of digital marketing. For years Laura Kinnard from Drake University and DMACC has been all about encouraging her students and the businesses to adopt a digital platform to reach consumers. Now many are there. Today we offer some shoutouts to Chris Snider of Drake, Phil K. James from Good Milkshake Digital, Debbie Marshall, FUSE Chamber, the Greater Des Moines Partnership and the Iowa Center for Economic Development.  See...we've been watching! 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon 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. 
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The Business News Headlines 6 April 2020

There was euphoria on Wall Street today. We'll share why and why it's important but it is not the economy. The business news headlines today:
Stocks reflect hope but not the economy;
Americans say $1,200 isn't enough;
Who gets left out from the stimulus checks;
Wells Fargo is out;
Allstate Insurance is in;
No Refund For You;
The Wall Street Report
Those stories plus Laura Kinnard and I chat about being overwhelmed by all the online activity and how new surroundings can be distracting. Doing business in a whole new world is the topic and you can hear our conversation here. 
Thanks for listening!

Overwhelmed and Distracted - Working Displaced with Laura Kinnard

While there are loads of business event taking place in the virtual world we're finding many people who have left the confines of their office are experiencing difficulty in concentrating in their new world. Here Laura Kinnard of Drake University, DMACC and The Runway Innovation Studio (all of which are currently closed) chat about this and more. Today, more than ever there is a need to continue to stay in touch with customers and clients but how do  you do that when dealing with disruption. 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm 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. 
Our Sponsors
AARP-Iowa
National Tractor Parts Dealer Association
Oasis - A Paychex Company
Tero International

The Business News Headlines 24 March 2020

If there was any good business news today it came out of Wall Street as the markets shot up. Welcome to the business news headlines for Tuesday the 24th of March:
It was an historic one day rise on the Dow;
What will become of the U.S. Postal Service;
Ford says its plants will remain closed;
Boeing says no to the government having a equity share;
Denmark has a message for America;
The Wall Street Report
Back to work? The experts say no...the president?
Finally the "old folks need to sacrifice" story.
Those items and we've got Laura Kinnard with us today talking about remote work, technology, tips and productivity.  What will the other side of this look like?  She tells us.  To hear that...just click here. 
Thanks, again, for listening!