Perspectives

300. That’s the astonishing number of children on waitlists at just a handful of childcare centers in Muncie, Indiana. While there may very well be some duplication within that number (some families may put their children on multiple waitlists to better compete for an open spot), it’s a sobering indication of just how bad the national early childhood education crisis is, even at just the local level. ... Read More

One of the fascinating developments during the COVID-19 pandemic was Wall Street’s short-lived obsession with IPOs and SPACs.  What are they, why did they become so popular, and why did they drop off so quickly?... Read More

Many organizations develop technical documents like white papers and blogs to explain the advantages they offer or to educate their stakeholders about situations or issues. And all too often, those efforts fall short of their objectives. ... Read More

The American Cancer Society estimates that just under 40,000 Hoosiers will learn they have cancer at some point this year with too many of them found in late stages, when the disease has spread. And more than 13,000 Hoosiers will die from it this year. ... Read More

How did a rural telephone company linking quarries together survive – even thrive – over a century to reach speed-of-light communication services through fiber business and residential internet, backhaul for digital cell phones, and increasingly multi-dimensional experiences through the online metaverse?... Read More

It’s not unusual for growing companies to strive to follow their industry’s best practices. Adopting what trial and error taught others without having to endure the pain they suffered along the way isn’t just smart leadership.... Read More

It's that time of year! If you have a student entering or returning to college in the fall of 2023, the financial aid application process begins soon. An hour of your time could mean thousands of dollars for tuition and expenses. ... Read More

Navigating a world impacted by multiple challenges, new and old, has made the need for empathetic, informed and passionate community leadership ever more important.... Read More

It’s no secret that unemployment is low, and workers are much more likely to jump from one job to another during what has been called “The Great Resignation” – a labor market phenomenon that bloomed during the COVID-19 pandemic and still lingers.... Read More

How are we doing? Have you asked your customers that question recently. It can feel daunting since you might not always hear rave reviews. This year our company marks its fifth year in business, so we decided to ask customers.... Read More

For the past decade, it has been incredibly difficult for savers to earn much on their cash savings. However, this is changing as the Federal Reserve raises interest rates to battle inflation. As a result, yields on various cash vehicles are now becoming more interesting.  ... Read More

Substance use and substance use disorder (SUD) have been a growing public health concern over the past decade, both nationally and in Indiana. ... Read More

It’s no secret - Hoosier societal issues and needs are complex and far-ranging. Outside of the political realm, how can one person make a high-impact difference in resolving issues and improving overall quality of life?... Read More

Nonprofits across Central Indiana are being forced to adapt. As they deal with record-breaking need combined with a pandemic drop in donations, nonprofits are looking for ways to reimagine how to serve their communities. ... Read More

I’ve long found it amusing (and amazingly frustrating) that the two departments focused on driving most companies’ revenues are rarely in sync with one another. Often, their conflicts rise to the level of sworn enemies. Instead of taking a symbiotic approach, both departments avoid and sidestep each other, impairing their success and that of their employers.... Read More

Everyone is talking about the student loan forgiveness plan. And everyone has an opinion about the merits or demerits of forgiving debt.  Regardless of your opinion, for those that will benefit from this gift, it would be great to see them take advantage.... Read More

If you’ve never operated your business during a recession, the news stories you’re reading and trends you’re seeing may have you extremely concerned … maybe even terrified. As someone who’s old enough to have helped clients endure several economic setbacks, the best advice I can offer when it comes to marketing is to stay the course.... Read More

Like so many other services, Netflix is raising prices. It’s not the first time they’ve done this. But customers have suddenly balked — and bailed. The service is experiencing a record number of subscriber cancellations. ... Read More

Bill was a mentor to some of the richest, brightest, and youngest leaders in Silicon Valley. He spent decades working with names like Steve Jobs of Apple, Eric Schmidt of Google, and Sheryl Sandberg of Facebook.... Read More

There's a perception that triathletes, aside from being crazy, are loners, isolated away from others while competing in three different disciplines. While there is a strong individualist component to the sport, the truth is that no one ever succeeds alone. This is especially true of the single-player sports. These athletes could not accomplish what they set out to do without a supportive team of trainers, coaches, family, and fellow athletes.... Read More