Opinion
EICC’s important workforce survey
One of business’ most important maxims came from management guru Peter Drucker, who said, “You can’t manage what you can’t measure.” Since workforce is the top challenge for most of the Quad Cities business community, we appreciate Eastern Iowa Community…
Outplacement Services: the beginning after the end
Job loss is one of life’s most disruptive events. According to the Holmes-Rahe Life Stress…
Renewables aren’t everything
The Iowa Environmental Council’s 2024 Electric Generation Condition of the State report has generated considerable…
Aligning industry & education to build tomorrow’s workforce
Local industry is facing a challenge that’s too familiar – finding skilled, dependable workers who…
With Edgar’s death, nation lost true statesman, caring leader
There are traits that we hope our elected officials have or at least aspire to:…
Medicaid changes threaten future of disability programs
“You’re sure you’re okay? You just left.” “Yes, she’s great!” “Seriously?” “They have her. They…
Iowa City Community School District must protect our teachers
Avid readers of the Quad Cities Regional Business Journal (QCBJ) or frequent attendees of QCBJ…
Farm economy struggles
We were disappointed, but not surprised that Moline-based Deere & Co. recently announced more layoffs…
Let Iowa small businesses swipe smarter, not harder
Running a small business in Iowa means learning to stretch every dollar. I work long…
Real connections, real change: Empowering Abilities in action
This summer marks 35 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law –…
Families gain long-term tax relief under One Big Beautiful Bill
Families have plenty to celebrate as the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) introduces several favorable…
Introducing financial literacy to your children
In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, financial literacy is more important than ever. A recent…
Welcoming new EICC chancellor
Liang Chee Wee served the Quad Cities region admirably as interim chancellor for the Eastern…
How to be interviewed with an AI chat bot
Artificial intelligence is changing how business is done, no more so than in the hiring…
From coffee chats to corner offices: Why sponsorship must replace mentorship
For decades, mentorship has been the go-to strategy for advancing women in leadership. It’s well-intentioned,…
Editorial: Illinois business rankings improve
We’ve often been critical of Illinois’ business climate – particularly in contrast to Iowa’s –…
