As treasurer of Ohio, I believe taxpayers have a right to know how their tax dollars are being spent. All too often, we the people aren’t able to follow our money once we write a check to city hall, the state capital or Washington D.C.
I’ve always heard that Columbus is the test market to end all test markets, which is why I focused on the topic for a feature story this month. After speaking with two The Ohio State University professors, I also discovered a few things that didn’t make it into my story.
One of the greatest attributes a leader can have is the ability to lead with conviction. These are individuals with a strong sense of who they are and what they believe in and they allow those values and principles to come through in the way they operate their businesses
There are many business lessons to be gleaned from this summer’s political conventions. Perhaps the most notable was the practice of “walking it back” when there were slips of the lip that most assuredly could sink any ship.
The ability to break free from old mindsets and gain new ones is a valuable attribute — especially for leaders who find themselves thrown into paradox.
Kerri L. Keller, Attorney at Brouse McDowell, outlines what employers need to know about workplace harassment.
When done right, health insurance plans with restricted networks can save money without sacrificing quality. However, limited networks can confuse even the most astute employer — not to mention employees. Kimberly Cepullio, of UPMC Health Plan, clears up the confusion on tiered and narrow networks.
Companies of all sizes tend to face challenges when it comes to managing working capital. Suppliers want to be paid quickly, but companies want to pay slower. Jim Altman, of Huntington Bank, discusses cash flow management and payment options that benefit both payers and suppliers.
Managing the use of mobile devices in the workplace is one of the toughest IT challenges faced by employers today. Stephan J. Cico of All Covered Pittsburgh provides tips for mastering the mobile workplace.
Eat’n Park noticed some dips in its sales numbers about five years ago. It wasn’t dramatic, but it was noticeable, says President and CEO Jeff Broadhurst. Learn how the 67-year-old brand stays relevant.
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