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Streamlining with Remote Work Apps

Todd Nielsen, chief strategy officer with JMARK, says there are many applications to help streamline your remote work experience. He says utilizing these apps has increased efficiency in their …

COVID-19 Coverage: Remote Work Trends

Elizabeth Hurst, business development manager with HR Advantage, says the pandemic inspired changes in the workplace. She says trends of remote and flex work were increasing before the pandemic, but …

My Mentors - Setting the Example

K. Patrick Douglas, attorney and partner with Douglas, Haun & Heidemann PC, says his father and a former law partner have played a big role in his development. Douglas is one of Springfield Business …

Nonprofit Community Impact

Daniel Ogunyemi, learning, development and inclusion partner with Burrell Behavioral Health, says people don’t realize how essential nonprofits are to our area. He says these organizations can help …

Hybrid Office Culture

Rusty Worley, executive director of the Downtown Springfield Association, says though remote work is trending, they hope businesses will take advantage of downtown’s amenities. He says some of the …

Will leaves under the FFCRA be available in 2021?

The stimulus bill approved by Congress did not extend mandatory paid leave benefits under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. It did extend tax credits provided for under …

Q: Am I required to e-file an OSHA 300A injury and illness summary log and when can I do so?

OSHA puts a heavy focus each year on four categories: falls, struck by objects, caught between objects & electrocutions. These account for about 3 deaths each day within the US workforce. …

What is an IT Managed Services Provider?

An IT Managed Services Provider can take care of all your company’s technology needs. They will install software on your network that will monitor your …

What should you look for when hiring a commercial solar company?

Before you invest with a solar company, make sure the company you choose provides three critical items.  First, a team representative that is NABCEP …

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Six Steps to Open Your  Business Account

You’ve started your business, now what? Kyle Short, director of business services at BluCurrent Credit Union walks you through the first six steps to open your business account. Short provides a …

How to Vet Security and Patrol Companies

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 …

Helping Homeless with Housing, Jobs

Meleah Spencer, CEO of The Kitchen, Inc., says architect Stephanie Ireland was the ideal person to bring their dream of a new campus to life. Spencer says the design is perfectly suited to handle …

Pros/Cons of 3 Health Insurance Options for Laid Off Workers

Croley Insurance has been fielding questions from employers and employees alike wondering what options exist for continued health insurance coverage if the company lays off workers. Trevor Croley, …

Flattening the Curve: COVID-19 Mental Health Crisis

Anxiety and fear surrounding COVID-19 can be overwhelming for employers, employees, families and the community as a whole. As we work to flatten the curve for COVID-19, another wave is coming—COVID-19 mental health crisis.

Bucking Architecture Industry Trend

Buddy Webb, principal architect with Buddy Webb & Co., says though maintaining a staff of primarily licensed architects and those seeking licensure is against the current industry trend, they have …

Restructuring Assists Multi-State Growth

Sam M. Coryell, President of Coryell Collaborative Group, says in order to grow outside Springfield they needed to reorganize their five businesses under one company. This allows them to control …

Ask the Experts: Buying Tax Credits

Buying tax credits can help nonprofits. Michael Pruett, partner with Elliott, Robinson & Company, LLP, says the Neighborhood Assistance Program, or NAP, is a State of Missouri incentive program that …

Ask the Experts: Tips for Employing the Homeless

Paula Adams, president of Penmac, says they try to help clients find gainful employment regardless of whether they have a permanent address. She says they partner with Council of Churches to try …

Kindness is the Best Medicine

Carrie Tennis, senior director of operations with Family Pharmacy, says focusing on communities, customers and culture is the formula for their success. Practicing kindness is a more than four decade …

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Transitions

Calling Led to Creation of One-Stop Shop for Long Term Care Needs

Senior Living Guidance founder Jacqueline Jadidian spent ten years as an administrator overseeing long term care communities that included independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing. She also provided hands on in-home care and hospice. But after much self discovery, Jacqueline decided to end her career as an administrator. “I knew I loved working with seniors, but my skills and passion were not being used wisely behind a desk.”

What You Need to Know about Advance Funeral Planning

“Making funeral plans in advance is one of the best gifts for your loved ones,” says Dr. Ruth Ann Wood-Humiston, second generation owner, funeral director and preneed counselor at Walnut Lawn Funeral Home. Wood-Humiston says planning ahead helps to ensure that your final wishes are fulfilled and allows for funds to be set aside in advance, minimizing the financial burden for the family when the time comes. Preplanning also relieves family members of the burden of the task, giving them more time and energy to focus on their healing and remembrance.

55 Plus Communities Mean Effortless Living

TLC Properties’ family-owned and operated 55 plus living communities are built for active adults living the best years of their lives.

What to Consider Before Hiring an Estate Attorney

Estate planning is a long-term commitment. David Healy, attorney with Appleby Healy, Attorneys at Law, says it’s important to know that the advisor you choose will be around for the duration of that plan. Appleby Healy was established nearly 100 years ago, Healy said. Longevity assures clients there is no doubt someone will be there for them in 10 to 20 years when it comes time to adapt or execute parts of the plan. The following are a few things to consider before scheduling an estate planning consultation. 

Tailor Made Estate Planning

Most people tend to think of estate planning as they approach retirement, but attorney Kara Ransom of Parks & Jones, Attorneys at Law says that planning can and should begin as early as is feasible. “We call it the lifetime planning process,” says Ransom. “We can work with an individual or family at whatever stage they’re in, whether it’s a young family with children or someone wanting to start a new business or nonprofit, or people entering retirement who are looking ahead to long-term care costs.”

Helping Clients Stay Safe, Active and Independent for Nearly 40 Years

Bach Medical Supply has been providing patient and people-centered care throughout the Ozarks since 1981. “We made a commitment to the community back then and it’s still just as strong today,” says Steve Bach, co-founder and president.

Complete Range of Care Plus Community at Elfindale

Resting on 68 acres that includes natural waterways, walking paths and a wide array of Ozarks flora and fauna, Elfindale Retirement Community is located entirely inside the city limits of Springfield. Residents can enjoy the perks of a personal chef, exercise facilities, ice cream parlor, wi-fi, private dining rooms, library, clubhouse, lake and more.

Prepare for Retirement Now to Lessen Concerns Later

Retirement may seem like a long way off, but there’s no time like the present to ask yourself what you want your retirement to look like and what it will take to get you there. Here are some steps you can take now to help you plan for the retirement transition.

Workplace Training: Recognize, Respond to Intimate Partner Violence

Part 1: What is intimate partner violence?

Annually 8 million work days are lost due to intimate partner violence. That is the equivalent of 35,000 full time jobs. This four-part series provided by Harmony House offers training, downloadable resources and community resources available to help owners, managers and workplace colleagues learn how to recognize and respond if an employee is experiencing intimate partner violence. This first session explains what intimate partner violence is and is not, as well as describes the seven forms of abuse: physical, sexual, psychological, emotional, spiritual, legal and financial/economic. Also download helpful information and tools to address intimate partner violence in your company.

Part 2: Intimate Partner Violence and the Workplace

Part 2 of the Harmony House workplace training series delves into intimate partner violence risks and costs in the workplace. Rachel Carter, prevention education coordinator at Harmony House, shares local stories from a business owner and victim to illustrate some of the signs, symptoms and appropriate ways to address intimate partner violence in the workplace. Also download helpful information and tools to address intimate partner violence in your company.

Part 3: Recognizing, Responding to Intimate Partner Violence in the Workplace

Part 3 of the Harmony House workplace training series examines red flags you should look for if you suspect somebody is the victim of intimate partner violence and provides useful information about what to say and what not to say. Also download helpful information and tools to address intimate partner violence in your company.

Part 4: Intimate Partner Violence Resources for Victims and Employers

Part 4 of the Harmony House workplace training series connects you with local and national resources and organizations to share with employees. Download model company policies that address everything from prevention to emergency response plans in the case that a perpetrator brings intimate partner violence to your workplace.

Employer Toolkit: Recognize, Respond to Intimate Partner Violence

This complete employer toolkit includes four training videos totaling less than 30 minutes, access to model company policies, downloadable informational posters, links to national and local resources and much more. Learn how to prevent and address intimate partner violence to not only support your employees but also protect and improve your business

Be Well for Business

Understanding the Brain Science to Understand Your Emotions

As humans we know our brains need to feel safe, first and foremost, which is why we physically distanced and made such drastic changes to our daily routines in recent months. But we also need to be heard, to have the opportunity to name our struggles and have them witnessed. It also is incredibly important to be compassionate with ourselves, as family members, employees, supervisors, or business owners.

Boost Employee Success: Learn How to be an Emotional Preventionist vs. Interventionist

To lead people effectively, it is critical that we are able to manage and understand our own feelings and the feelings of others. When we do this: burnout is lower, the intent to leave a job is reduced and employees are overall less frustrated.

How to maintain happiness, health and ongoing development of your mind.

After you take time to pause, breathe and assess how you are feeling through the Rate the Weight scale, the next step is to identify what to do with that feeling and rating. This step is self-care and self-regulation, which is doing the things we each uniquely need to do in order to maintain our happiness, health and the ongoing development of our minds. Learn how to do this for yourself and tips to implement for your team.

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Booked - The Five Dysfunctions of a Team

Andrea Sitzes, Executive Director of Show Me Christian County Economic Development says previous work experience exposed her to “The Five Disfunctions of a Team” by Patrick Lencioni. She says the …

Booked - The Four Agreements

Rachel Anderson, Acting Director at The efactory, says one of her former supervisors made every new employee read “The Four Agreements” by Don Miguel Ruiz. “[I] encourage anyone to read that …

Booked - The Art of the Deal

Trevor Croley, President of Croley Insurance and Financial, says one of the first business books he read was Donald Trump’s “The Art of the Deal.” Croley says while he didn’t think it was …

Booked - The Giving Tree

“There’s always a resource. There’s always a part of you that can provide a function or service to someone else,” says Amy Blansit, CEO of the Drew Lewis Foundation. Blansit likes The Giving …

Booked - Purple Cow

Brad Thomas, President of Silver Dollar City Attractions, says “Purple Cow: Transform Your Business by Being Remarkable” by Seth Godin is one of his all-time favorite books. Thomas says the book …

Booked - Seven Pillars of Wisdom

Are you looking for ways to help yourself prioritize and improve efficiency? Juan Garcia, Director - Associate Development at Amazon, says the book “Seven Pillars of Wisdom” by T.E. Lawrence will …

Booked - Choose Yourself

“It has a lot to do with lifestyle, and health and wellness — having daily practices that are healthy,” says Elle Feldman, co-owner Good Skin Day. Feldman likes the book, “Choose …

Booked - Strike a Confident Pose

Vanessa Brandt, Vice President/Managing Director - Account Service at Marlin, doesn’t have time to read, but she does listen to audiobooks and podcasts. Brandt likes Amy Cuddy’s “Presence” …

Booked - The Three Laws of Performance

“The performance of any business is always driven by people and The Three Laws of Performance talks about the importance and the relevance of supporting people,” says Mike Hamra, CEO of Hamra …

Booked - Ideas and Innovations

Jonathan Groves, Associate Professor of Communication at Drury University says there are two books he recommends to business owners interested in innovation and generating ideas.

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