How your sloppy, selfish attitude wreaks havoc
Do you know a business owner who claims that they are never going to retire? Yeah, me too.
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Exploring space is much more than joy rides for billionaires
Some Americans may think space has become a vast playground for billionaires, but these business and technology celebrities are not the only people with their eyes fixed far beyond our skies.
Wisconsin women in leadership – Moving the needle
Women make up less than a quarter (or 21.1%) of board directors of the top 50 public companies in Wisconsin. Nationwide, that figure is not much better. Female board directors make up only 26.5% of all board directors for all S&P 500 companies.
Wisconsin must step up to compete for federal R&D dollars
The federal government is poised to make its biggest investment in research and development since the end of World War II, the dawn of the space age, and the Cold War defense buildup, with hundreds of billions of dollars to improve U.S. competitiveness in a changing world.
Wisconsin energy innovation primed for public and private investment
On June 8, the Senate passed the U.S. Innovation and Competition Act, a sweeping bill that would make significant investments in critical technology areas and increase the number of Americans who can participate in the benefits of scientific innovation.
To keep COVID-19 economy booming, rural vaccinations key
It is “Roaring ’20s, 2.0” in much of America. Stocks are booming, cash is looking for smart places to invest, businesses are clamoring for workers, and materials and products of all types are slowly returning to the supply chain.
Implode with fierce competition or celebrate success with coopetition?
Competition is a given in life and business. It’s the basic struggle we all face to ensure that you have adequate food, space, time, and other resources to accomplish what you need and want.
Venture capital progress relies on attracting larger rounds
The latest round of financing scored by Janesville-based SHINE Medical Technologies was one of the largest — and likely the largest — in Wisconsin venture capital history.
7 ways to avoid growing pains for your business
Many business owners consider a period of growth to be a magical time that all organizations strive for but managing growth effectively can be more of a magic trick than anything else!
In rush to rein in tech’s ‘Big Four,’ don’t hurt young companies
“Big Tech” has gone from hero to villain in the minds of many in a matter of a few years, and not for irrational reasons. Data privacy concerns, “big brotherism,” hate speech, and perceived censorship on social media platforms are all part of the mix.
Finding the simple things in life REFRESHING again
On June 2, the day the mask mandate was lifted for Dane County, I did something I haven’t done in over a year — I went grocery shopping without a mask!
Nation’s ‘broken’ immigration system needs mending to add workforce
There is no single answer for why the United States, Wisconsin included, is experiencing a shortage of workers in most industry sectors.
TitletownTech illustrates growth of Wisconsin’s innovation economy
Just west of iconic Lambeau Field, in the shadow of the stadium that is home to the Green Bay Packers, a gleaming new building symbolizes the convergence of tradition and innovation in Green Bay.
If Wisconsin wants more ‘unicorns,’ it needs venture dollars in the stable
Wes Schroll holds no grudges against all the potential investors who said “no” to putting money into Fetch Rewards.
Why is emotional health stereotyped as a woman’s issue?
Putting a stereotypically feminine spin on much of the mental health promotion and information for social media unabashedly ignores one sex in favor of the other.
Kwik Trip’s Zietlow quick to give family, workers credit for success
Is there anyone in Wisconsin who didn’t visit a Kwik Trip convenience store sometime during the COVID-19 year? Judging by the numbers, probably not.
How can your goals be SMART when you're illiterate?
How prepared are your leaders to set goals for your company coming out of the pandemic?
Business plan contest finalists reflect range of innovation in Wisconsin
From a better way to integrate pockets in women’s sportswear to more effective heart monitoring during surgery, and from one-stop power conversion software to a pickup compost service, the top 12 in the 2021 Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest represent a deep well of innovation.
Employee or independent contractor?
Whether an individual worker can or should be classified as an employee or independent contractor is a crucial question that every employer needs to answer before bringing on a worker.
Commitment and follow through
I have a colleague in Canada who shared the following story with me. He talked about a very successful businessman who used to be part owner and CEO of a large company.
