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What employees want in 2026 — and how employers are adapting
As we move through 2026, employers continue to refine the fundamentals of the employee experience. Two recent MRA studies — our HR Trends for 2026 Hot Topic Survey and the National Business Trends Survey — reveal a consistent theme: employees…
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…
The Art of Aging: Take control of your future by being proactive
“The process of maturing is an art to be learned, an effort to be sustained,”…
Don’t be afraid of ChatGPT
ChatGPT has arrived, bringing artificial intelligence (AI) directly into the workplace, classroom and other parts…
Why your SWOT analysis is useless
One of the traditional steps in developing a strategy begins with a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses,…
Educate yourself during National Financial Literacy Month
Financial literacy, or the ability to make sound financial decisions, can have a significant impact …
Launch your student’s search early for the best college deal and price
After the funding of your home, the cost of your student’s college experience is probably…
IowaWORKS — connecting veterans to businesses
Did you know that IowaWORKS can help your business recruit veterans who may have specialized…
School, library board elections: What’s at stake and why your vote matters
Misinformation and disinformation making it almost impossible for parents and community members to form common-sense…
Engineering: A career with endless possibilities
Riding horses has been a constant in my life since I was 4 years old.…
Why a liberal arts education is more impactful today than ever
On a Sunday evening in December many in the Augustana College community gathered around screens…
QC firm urges plan now for Google Analytics changeover
A Google tool that is key to your business is going away. What should you…