Perspectives

I would venture to guess you have been involved with organizations who have a few board members who are passionately dedicated, while others are just along for the ride. These may be the most obvious... Read More

In Indiana and well beyond, we have seen countless examples of companies large and small responding to constantly-changing health and safety needs brought on by the pandemic. Companies that were histo... Read More

Two critical pandemic aid safety nets ended in September: expanded unemployment benefits and eviction assistance established through the CARES Act in March 2020.  Employers who expected a rush of job... Read More

I was talking with a friend earlier this month. We both have boys that are seniors in high school, and we have been comparing notes regarding college visits, areas of study, and finances. Most recentl... Read More

The United States Census Bureau estimates that by the year 2030 all baby boomers will be over the age of 65. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, around 85% of older adults hav... Read More

Over the past year, it’s clear that the pandemic has been uniquely challenging for Hoosier workers and employers as many had to shift their operations to slow the spread of COVID-19. According to a st... Read More

As U.S. economic growth continues, industries including transportation, dining, housing, and manufacturing are adapting quickly to scale their operations back to pre-pandemic levels. But labor shortag... Read More

When humans want to know something, we ask questions. It’s a simple concept, but it’s one that slips by many marketers and most companies. They fail to recognize that paying attention to common questi... Read More

As you hit the retirement milestone, one of the items you'll likely need to address is enrolling in Medicare.  Medicare has many complexities and the calculation of premiums that you will pay is one o... Read More

A number of industries conduct extensive product testing to ensure safety, reliability and longevity throughout the life cycle of their products. As part of the process, a third party oversees the tes... Read More

From the urban center of Indianapolis to the new mown hay in Henry County, Indiana is diverse in both geography and demographics. Developing a network of services and support that meets the needs of a... Read More

There was a group of intellectuals who met regularly to discuss and critique their literary works. Eventually, two sub-groups of these individuals began meeting apart from the main group. One group wo... Read More

Data breaches at Eskenazi Health and the Indiana Department of Public Health in August made headlines and impacted thousands of Hoosiers. These incidents reveal the venerability of organization’s data... Read More

Evergrande, China’s largest and most indebted property developer, has recently been in the news for missing interest payment deadlines, putting the firm at risk of bankruptcy. Investors are concerned... Read More

Today is Manufacturing Day, a national celebration of the vital role our nation’s manufacturers play in designing and making the products that keep the world moving and the millions of Americans who h... Read More

The Heartland of America is known for hard work, strong communities, and practical solutions. One practical solution with benefits to both our workforce and communities is paid family leave, which wou... Read More

This fall, as Hoosiers get out and enjoy the beauty of Indiana’s natural landscape, we urge them to take a moment to celebrate, because more of that landscape is going to be preserved for future gener... Read More

You've probably heard the chatter regarding tax law changes, and while we don't know what will pass, we do know that current estate tax exemption amounts will sunset in 2026. So if you have a large es... Read More

The world is changing, and so is the labor force. With countless career opportunities for employees, and even more for consumers, it is more important than ever for franchisees to find consistency in... Read More

We’ve all heard a photo is worth a thousand words, but if you’re in the business of making or selling products, you might be surprised to learn there’s a better alternative that’s worth infinitely mor... Read More