2023 was a dynamic year for businesses across all sectors. Artificial intelligence (AI) went from a novel technology to a more widely utilized business productivity tool. Many companies invested additional resources in sustainable business practices. And digital business solutions helped companies thrive. Here are predictions for what current and emerging trends will further shape businesses in 2024.... Read More
From advances in digital technology to the lasting impacts of the Covid pandemic, nearly every aspect of the business world has been upended in the last few years. Yet far too many B2B sales and marketing efforts ignore the dramatic changes in customer buying behaviors.... Read More
Embarking on a journey towards a healthy lifestyle begins at home, and integrating sports at an early age can be a transformative approach for families. However, this integration does not come without its challenges.... Read More
Predicting when and how the Fed will adjust interest rates is critical to investors, policymakers, and the general public. Each day, investors make investment decisions based on interest rate predictions. However, the accuracy of these predictions has been a subject of debate.... Read More
Hoosier hospitality is at the heart of our state’s identity. It’s that particular brand of helpfulness that makes Indiana unique. Indy, where our organization is based, has a rich history of civic engagement and investment in the common good. We pride ourselves on the ability to bring volunteers together to make big things happen, not just for the benefit of a few but for the good of many.... Read More
In my last article, I listed three of my top areas to think about regarding your people in 2024. Today, I have three more recommendations for you. These aren’t just recommendations about your people or your human resources policies. They’re business recommendations that impact your people, and therefore, your entire business.... Read More
Is there anything more romantic than discussing finances with your significant other? Yes, of course, but like most tough conversations amongst partners, not talking about it is going to do more harm than good. Financial decision-making is an integral part of creating a life together, and working as a team is the most effective approach in taking charge of your money.... Read More
It is National FFA Week – a time I look forward to every year. You won’t see a sea of blue jackets walking around downtown Indianapolis like you do during the National FFA Convention and Expo in the fall, but this celebration is even bigger. That’s because each of our more than 945,000 FFA members can participate from wherever they call home.... Read More
A few decades ago, high-income families moved investments into their children's names so their investment income would be taxed at a lower rate. As you might suspect, Congress wasn't a fan of this strategy and retaliated with the Kiddie Tax in 1986, which was restructured in 2018 and again in 2019. ... Read More
Oral health has an impact well beyond your mouth. It’s true: Seeing your dentist is about a lot more than teeth and gums. Regular dental check-ups benefit you in more ways than just a nice smile. In fact, oral health has been proven to affect everything from nutrition to socialization and poor oral hygiene can lead to general health issues including diabetes, heart disease and stroke.... Read More
Prioritizing tasks when everything feels important can be difficult, but it's essential to the success of meaningful public health improvement, especially for Hoosier women navigating pregnancy and motherhood. Indiana is a diverse state with a mix of both urban and rural communities and striking differences exist in the way in which health care is accessed and delivered from South Bend to Sellersburg.... Read More
Selling a business can be an emotional journey for owners who have invested significant time and effort into building their company. Emotional readiness is essential to make objective decisions throughout the process. ... Read More
Famous television doctor Mehmet Oz invested millions into an unsuccessful effort to capture one of Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate seats, and I’m pretty confident a single word had plenty to do with his defeat.... Read More
On January 10, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved listing eleven spot Bitcoin ETFs. This paved the way for easier access to investing in Bitcoin. But what are spot Bitcoin ETFs? And should you use them in your portfolio?... Read More
Consolidation of Indiana school districts has resurfaced as a topic in policy discussions because of the release of the Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s Indiana Prosperity 2035 Plan. Not all agree with this proposal. The Indiana School Boards Association and the Indiana Small and Rural Schools Association believe that local control should prevail. ... Read More
Physical assaults. Mental abuse. Removal from your only home. These early traumas cause a host of mental health issues for Indiana’s foster children well into adulthood. In fact, studies show that 30% of foster youth will experience PTSD symptoms. That’s twice the rate of PTSD among U.S. war veterans.... Read More
About thirty years ago, Eli Lilly and Co., the Indiana-based pharmaceutical company, was conducting clinical trials for a potential blockbuster drug called Alimta for treating lung cancer. The upside was one of huge potential for Lilly. The downside was one of losing millions in research dollars if the development of the drug was unsuccessful. Long story short, the drug failed at first, but Lilly scientists and management, true to their Indiana heritage, failed forward in a way which resulted in yet another blockbuster success for the company.... Read More
According to the National Alliance to End Homelessness, on average, 17,000 new people enter homelessness every week in the United States. Sadly, this includes far too many veterans. In fact, veterans are more likely than non-veterans to face homelessness. In Indianapolis, veterans represent only 4% of the population but account for 11% of those experiencing homelessness in our community.... Read More
Why are Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) popular savings vehicles? Contributions are made with pre-tax dollars, the funds grow tax-deferred, and withdrawals are tax-free if used for qualified healthcare expenses. That's a triple-tax advantage! ... Read More
As we push through another Indiana winter, a chilling truth unveils itself—our state's once-abundant wetlands are disappearing at an alarming rate and a new piece of legislation threatens our wetlands to an even greater extent. HB 1383, if passed, will further remove protections for Indiana’s wetlands and reduce the number of wetlands that can fall under Indiana’s most protected status: Class III. We need to preserve a big part of what makes the Hoosier state so great: wetlands.... Read More
