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The Business News Headlines - 16 October 2018

Each weekday we bring you the big business news stories of the day along with interesting business interviews with local to international business leaders. Today is no exception:
Strong earnings (like we told you) pulled the markets back;
UBER to go...public?
Elon and Tesla pay a total of $40 million and they are back in business;
Chickens, Tariffs and Lawsuits;
The Des Moines River Project just got a big check;
Retail loses a leader as Richard B. Von Maur Jr. dies at 86;
The Market Report and it was a dandy.
Also today we will introduce you to Jennifer Gracey. Jennifer works with businesses on the consumer experience with company websites. That is part one.  Part two is about how her personal and professional life has expanded due to her experiences in the Junior Chamber International. You must listen...
We're also going to climb back into our "Way-Back Machine" for a conversation we had three years ago with Chuck Mefford of BrandsFormation. We aired this in 2015 and again this past Sunday on News/Talk 1540 KXEL and wanted to share with you, again, here.
Thanks for listening! 

Boost Your Personal and Professional Life - Meet Jennifer Gracey

People will pay thousands of dollars learning the lessons of personal and professional success. What if I were to tell you to save your money and invest just a fraction of that cash with a group that not only boosts your success level but also does great things for your community. Meet Jennifer Gracey and we're talking about the Junior Chamber International an organization that has been around for over 100 years but is still a leading force in building success among young people 18 to 40.  Click through and learn more.
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5pm Central. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, 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.

The Business News Headlines 31 July 2018

You might say that today Apple had a good day...a very good day. That story and a look at affordable housing and the fact that more and more people are living in their...cars. What? $1,000 iPhones and living in the sedan? On the housing front we've got another issue. Young people do not want to build houses...so guess what fewer houses are started. We'll check the activity on Wall Street on this final day of July 2018, take a look at something called "Heartland Headwinds" and then a conversation about Dwolla and a look behind the curtain at Tero International. Go on...click through. 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 4:30pm here on Podbean, iTunes, 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. 

Even the Trainers...Train. A Back-Story from Tero International

Even the trainers get...trained. Here are several conversations with trainers from Tero International. We think you'll find this interestin.  The back-story is that we were invited to go and be part of the training session for Tero and then sat down with several of the Tero Trainers to ask about the experience. What is it that makes Tero International different when it comes to culture and to education….and, to the broader point…what does this mean to the clients they serve.  We kick it off by asking the founder of Tero International, Ro Crosbie, "Why train trainers?"  
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 4:30pm here on Podbean, iTunes, 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. 

Conflict Resolution and Influencing with Gail Williams from Tero International Pt One

Our guest is Gail Williams who, in addition to being a Tero International Trainer is also a therapist in private practice. Here, in part one, we'll introduce you to Gail and her work as well as talk about making a decision, solving a problem and how conflict can sometimes make that difficult. This is a great piece for any company or individual. 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 4:30pm here on Podbean, iTunes, 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.

Influencing, Emotions and Decision Making with Gail Williams of Tero International

Here, in Part Two of our conversation with Gail Williams from Tero International we talk about emotions, conflict, how to remain productive, how to best influence, come to a decision and we talk about the class she is teaching. Always valuable information for the business world or your family. 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 4:30pm here on Podbean, iTunes, 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.

Business News Headlines 7 June 2018

Thanks for clicking through to Insight on Businsss the News Hour where we'll start by looking at the numbers from Wall Street and then get into layoffs at McDonalds. Target has been busy rolling out new products, new services and store traffic is up. We'll detail it all in our third story. China and the United States came to an agreement but not on tarrifs. Amazon has a new gizmo out and you're gonna love it. David Chivers is leaving the Des Moines Register...worst kept secret in media kids.  Those stories and a conversation with the founder of City Girl Coffee Alyza Bohbot. So, why is she in Des Moines from Minneapolis today?  We'll tell all and it's a great story. Then Jeff Pitts from Cityview Magazine is in talking about Stuff to Do in the Metro. Yep, we're already thinking about the weekend.  Click through....and thanks again! 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 4:30pm here on Podbean, iTunes, 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.

The Power of Persuasion from Presentations to Daily interaction with Tero International

This is really good stuff. We all seek to persuade people. It could be to buy something we selling or to talk our spouse into a golf game or go out to dinner. Here Ben Crosby from Tero International talks about tips to make your point more persuasive and what you need to do even before you try. Seriouslly good advice from a pro. 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 4:30pm here on Podbean, iTunes, 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.

IOB Out to Lunch with Callista Gould - Part One

It's something brand new...Insight on Business Out To Lunch is talking business over...lunch. Here we launch our first episode with writer/speaker Callista Gould from the Culture and Manners Institute. Her new book, "The Exceptional Professional - What You Need to Know to Grow Your Career" is packed with useful information and stories that are designed to help you and your career. Listen in as we talk about going out to lunch, the business dinner, proper dress and more. IOB Out to Lunch was hosted by Table 128 Bistro in the Des Moines Metro.
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 4:30pm here on Podbean, iTunes, 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.
 

Coming Together - The Iftar Dinner

When we got the call from Fez Zafar about the American Iftar Dinner he had to explain what it was. We did a little search and WOW... Here to explain what the event is, why it is being held and how J.J. Kapur and Fez see this spreading across the nation are two very bright young people with a goal. About the time you think nothing good can come from the tension in our nation we get this. Let's eat...together!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:00pm on AM-940. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.