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“It’s important to be able to step outside of ourselves and ask, ‘How can we make things better?’” says Sherry Coker, OTC Center for Workforce Development Business Development Director. …
As the enduring impacts of the coronavirus pandemic take shape, one change that is gaining traction is extending sick leave.
How to navigate through this crisis and prepare for the next.
He says more businesses are adding cyber liability insurance for remote workforces.
Ollis/Akers/Arney CEO Richard Ollis: "We haven’t experienced an insurance market like this since 9/11."
Columnist Paula Dougherty: "Insurance is one of the fundamental financial tools for any household."
SBJ compiles news on the respiratory virus outbreak.
Local leaders also should be aware of phishing scams amid COVID-19.
Erica Gaynor is an employee benefits adviser, but she’s held just about every position offered at Ollis/Akers/Arney.
Why hire an architect before you even begin your building project? Buddy Webb and Company principals explain three ways an architect can assist a building owner including determining specific …
Individuals and businesses are honored at SBJ’s virtual Dynamic Dozen awards.
When looking for a full-time resort lifestyle, you may have more questions than answers. Bill Hasler, Stonebridge Village Property Owners Association General Manager, let’s you know the most …
City officials have begun the process for a new comprehensive plan dubbed Forward SGF.
All workplace problems have root causes. When will training be the solution? Sherry Coker, OTC Center for Workforce Development business development director, provides you the framework of a training needs assessment, which will uncover the root causes of a workplace problem and help you determine if training is the solution. A download is available at workforce.otc.edu/bootcamp with a complete outline for an effective training needs assessment. This is sponsored content. Duration: 2:29
“Ready. Set. Give.” is a seven-part series that helps companies create a culture of giving. “I think a lot of people don’t know where to volunteer or how to get involved,” says Mitch …
“I think the biggest barrier to solar installation is making sure you’re fully informed on what you’re buying, says Leroy Schaefer with Sunbelt Environmental Services. Leroy says whether it’s …
Cody Askins and Landon McCarter have built a vast audience, but their product is hardly known in Springfield.
A Hollister pub that debuted in 2017 expanded to Springfield; 417 Magazine operator Whitaker Publishing LLC changed ownership; and the Re/Max House of Brokers franchise business was purchased.
Hal Donaldson, CEO of Convoy of Hope, says he likes challenging people to hire the homeless. He says it requires understanding from the employers, but the dividends are smart, loyal and hard working …
Technology business consultant Mackenzie Scherer says each social media platform is suited to a specific audience and media type. Knowing your audience demographic and whether you want to blog, show …
Jordan Morgan, iOS engineer with Buffer, says the release of open source code has created opportunities for programmers worldwide. Morgan says this strategy provides a middle ground for software …
Security and patrol companies offer varying degrees of services and expertise. Natalie McGuire, Owner of Task9, recommends questions you should ask when vetting security and patrol services. Officer …
Cristian Rath, consultant with Abacus CPAs, LLC, says if you feel your goal is unattainable, work backwards to find the smaller steps to achieve it. He says you need to celebrate small victories on …
Lynne Meyerkord, executive director of the AIDS Project of the Ozarks says the pandemic has forced them to make a lot of changes. She says their federal grant money is currently secure, but she’s …
Nicole Chilton, director of marketing and development with the Springfield Regional Arts Council, says a great arts community helps draw talent to an area. She says the arts bring in $29.8 million to …
Eddie Gumucio, organizer and founder of the Queen City Shout Music festival says his wife’s experience with poverty relief agencies helped expand the number of nonprofits they could help. He says …
Author and Consultant Rosie Ward, Ph. D., says the “firms of endearment” are breaking the mold by nurturing culture and investing in employee training and well-being. Focusing on purpose over profit shows …
Abe McGull, assistant U.S. Attorney, says one of the most useful skills he learned in the military was planning. McGull says having a plan for any contingency allows you to be proactive rather than …
