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Outplacement Services: the beginning after the end
Job loss is one of life’s most disruptive events. According to the Holmes-Rahe Life Stress Inventory, it ranks as the eighth most stressful experience a person can face. For many, it’s not just the loss of income—it’s the loss of…
FTC: Scammers preying on Latino communities
Scammers target everyone. But scams and reported bad business practices can play out differently in…
Learn tips on growing your team with Women Lead Change
The talent race is on with most employers looking at new and innovative ways to…
Grants: Not just for nonprofits
Did you know that for-profit companies can qualify for grants just like nonprofits do? While…
Mark ‘TEALtember’ by learning about ovarian cancer, NormaLeah
In a world where business and health intersect, employers’ responsibility to safeguard their employees’ well–being…
Workforce challenges change, union labor remains the solution
In December 2022, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell declared 3.5 million workers “missing” from the…
lift Women’s Foundation celebrates rebrand, supporters
We are excited to announce that lift Women’s Foundation is the new name and face…
Inflection points in the Iowa business lifecycle
Iowa is a great place to start and grow your business — Forbes named Des…
Creative recruiting strategies for today
Recruiting has become a significant challenge for many employers, and recruiters must be more creative…
Build your stamina to return where you need to be: the office
As the mother of two grown daughters, it’s safe to say anytime they ask to…
Corporate giving and the next generation of company owners and executives
For decades, experts have talked about the intergenerational wealth transfer that will shift an estimated…
Pledging 1% made easy for companies
At United Way Quad Cities, we lead a community-wide movement to improve access to education,…
Take steps now for your business’ succession planning
We often jokingly tell our clients that succession planning is as easy as 1, 2,…
What is a regional airport (and why does it matter)?
Regional carriers are struggling to meet demand leading to fewer frequencies, suspended routes and higher…
Mental health matters; employers can promote wellness
The pandemic made many people, including leaders and managers, more aware of the importance of…
QC Heart Walk needs your help
Minutes and seconds matter when someone is having a heart attack or stroke. Often, there…