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Iowa, Workers, Unions and Trade Agreements

One of the constants we report on is stagnant wages for the vast majority of Americans. Just today we learned that wages in Q1 grew by only .2% and analysts suggest the stagnant wage growth is at the heart of the slow economic recovery.  We've also reported on how corporations are stockpiling cash and the impact overseas manufacturing continues to have on our domestic economy. It seemed like a good time to reach out and hear from the labor unions to get their perspective. Ken Sagar is the president of the Iowa Federation of Labor AFL/CIO we talked about a wide ranging set of issues including the "Fast Track" President Obama wants when it comes to trade deals. Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only business broadcast in the Des Moines Metro and a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more, here is our Facebook Page.  

Small Business Focus - ADR Cleaning

We love telling the entrepreneur story of small businesses along with what large corporations are doing. Today it's ADR Cleaning three individuals; Amy Engstrom, Scott Engstrom and Todd Dahleen who banded together in 2013 to form the company.  I'm fascinated by any kind of start-up from high-tech to low-tech. Have a listen!  Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only business broadcast in the Des Moines Metro and a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more, here is our Facebook Page.

Worker Memorial Day with Mark Cooper

Last year 39 Iowans died from work related injuries. Each year trade unions mark April 28th as an International Day of Mourning.  We were there for the reading of the 39 names and then a brief conversation with Mark Cooper the president of the South Central Federation of Labor AFL/CIO for insight as to the meaning of the event. Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only business broadcast in the Des Moines Metro and a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more, here is our Facebook Page.

Are You Mindful?

How would you like to un-clutter your mind to boost productivity, enhance your personal relationships and even more?  Who doesn't right?  Meet Tabby Hinderaker and Kevin Pokorny who have teamed up to bring "Mindfullness" to the Des Moines Metro on May 8th.  Here is what it is and how being "Mindful" can help your career, your business and your personal life.  Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only business broadcast in the Des Moines Metro and a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

Finding Quality Employees in a Tight Labor Market

Finding high quality employees in a tight labor market is tough. However if you employ several of these tips your success at filling your job needs you may be more successful. With is is Karen Miller who has had 15 years of experience with Manpower and finding employees for corporations.Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only business broadcast in the Des Moines Metro and a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

What Are the Hashies? Why You Should Know!

Our social media instructor Laura Kinnard stuck around to share with us the opening of the Hashies Awards from the Social Media Club of Des Moines. #Hashies2015 is a way to showcase your business use of social media in a number of categories. We explain the HashTag concept and how you can get noticed. Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only business broadcast in the Des Moines Metro and a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

This Week's Business Events for the Des Moines Metro

She's back!  Laura Kinnard joins us each Monday afternoon to offer up the #DMBizEvents Calendar.  Stuff to DO for business in the Metro. Have a listen and get out your calendar for some great networking events. Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only business broadcast in the Des Moines Metro and a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

Stuff to Do in the Metro with Sheryl This Weekend!

Looking for "Stuff to Do in the Metro"? Here is Sheryl and DJ-T-Hack helping out on what's going on.   And Sheryl Tessier knows stuff...she's from Eat, Play, Love Des Moines.  Enjoy!Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only business broadcast in the Des Moines Metro and a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

Mr. Radio - Ron Sorenson and KFMG

Back in the 1960's teenager Ron Sorenson began his radio career. He's still at it today.  Sorenson is the General Manager of low-power radio station KFMG an eclectic, non-profit broadcast facility that has an interesting history and an uncertain future.  He took us through the KFMG story as only Ron can.  Here is that conversation:Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only business broadcast in the Des Moines Metro and a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

A Discussion About Civility and Business

Recently the non-profit organization, Character Counts became part of Drake University and re-named the Robert D. and Billie Ray Center. We asked it's director Scott Raecker to visit with us about how business might take advantage of learning more about building a culture of ethics which also...can build a better brand and customer loyalty. Here is that conversation: Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only business broadcast in the Des Moines Metro and a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.