Insight On Business the News Hour

There have been many regulatory changes that have critical implications for business and business owners. Here Ned Flynn from Aureon-HR offers up a quick look at four prime examples of regulatory issues that, if unknown, can prove to be very troublesome to your business.  

We talk first about what the recent injunction to the Fair Labor Standards Act means. Then a conversation about the Minimum Wage that is higher than the federal minimum in 29 states. Here in Iowa we have several different rates...what wage do you pay?

Some companies are delying background checks. Why? There is the "Ban the Box" movement and it is spreading. This has a far reaching impact on your business should you make the wrong move.

Can employees speak poorly about you and your business on social media? You may be very surprised at that answer.  Ned offers some tips on how to cope.

Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

 

 

Each Monday we bring in our regular contributor Laura Kinnard to offer up some great business networking opportunities and also give us some commentary on social media for business. In this episode we run through several events this week and then look at some of the changes Facebook has made regarding your business Facebook Page. And to keep up and schedule your business networking event use #DMBizEvents in Twitter.

Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

Think of the thousands of dollars spent on marketing a brand and how fragile it becomes once the business has lost control of the message. Our guest is Brooke Benschoter a public relations expert. We talk about the importance of finding your "story" and then getting that story told. It's something that most people can't do and it's best if it is left in the hands of an expert. Spend some time and learn what positive PR can do for you.

Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

When we got into the studio we saw three young people with a steady-cam doing to practice "takes". Wondering what the heck was going on we asked...and then asked Megan Ellis, Brandon Bader and Daniel White into the studio for a conversation about Drake University, media education and what jobs they hope to land following graduation.

 

Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

Our friend Alan Feirer came in to talk about his new book "Group Dynamic Field Guide -51 Ideas Leaders Can Use Today". We talk about why 51 ideas and not 52? How can leaders have a true impact on their staff? We also talk about the Annual Night of Gluttony...what?  Hang on, this will be fun.

Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

When Dan Arthur called us and told us about his efforts to assist businesses (large and small) become more energy independent we were shocked by the numbers. Here we talk about how he helps businesses reduce their fixed costs and increase their profits through becoming more energy independent.

 

Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

Start your Small Business Saturday on Black Friday with Market Day in Des Moines. Cat Rocketship is back with the 9th Annual independent (sort of edgy) Market Day Iowa. We talk about what you can expect, what's new and more. Make plans to attend and have a great time.

Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

It's Small Business Saturday on 26 November. Last week I wrote this post about six tips for small business retail to capture a bigger share of retail dollars. Today Laura Kinnard and I talk about each of the six items and we get her experienced take on what your small business can do to amplify your message and steal more from Big Box. Enjoy.

Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

If it's Monday it's Laura Kinnard with her list of business networking events. Because of the Thanksgiving Holiday we're a little light this week but hang on. Laura joins us for a conversation about Small Business Saturday and Marketing...next. 

Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

Brand new in Ankeny it's the Whiskey House our Restaurant of the Week. Here we chat with owner Uriah and mixologist Blake about what you can expect at this the newest restaurant and watering hole in the Greater Des Moines Metro...fun stuff.

Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.