BY LINDSEY GIARDINO, FREELANCE CONTRIBUTOR Emily Eaves was raised by an entrepreneur, so she naturally sees the world a little differently. “Instead of just noticing the problems people have, I start thinking of solutions,” the 21-year-old University of Northern Iowa student said. That mindset is especially evident through her new Read more…
Author’s note: This article is the fourth installment of a multipart series exploring the power of mentorship in shaping modern leadership. Inspired by a recent Fearless survey in which 86% of respondents reported that a mentor directly supported their career advancement, we set out to understand why mentorship remains one Read more…
Author’s note: This article is the third in a multipart series exploring the power of mentorship in shaping modern leadership. Inspired by a recent Fearless survey in which 86% of respondents reported that a mentor directly supported their career advancement, I set out to understand why mentorship remains one of Read more…
By Molly Varangkounh, guest contributor I am the mom of three daughters who are now young adults. From the beginning, I have been aware that the small, ordinary choices I make every day shape how they see themselves and how they show up in the world. Watching them grow into Read more…
Author’s note: This article is the second in a multipart series exploring the power of mentorship in shaping modern leadership. Inspired by a recent Fearless survey in which 86% of respondents reported that a mentor directly supported their career advancement, I set out to understand why mentorship remains one of Read more…
Author’s Note: This article launches the first installment of a multipart series exploring the power of mentorship in shaping modern leadership. Inspired by a recent Fearless survey in which 86% of respondents reported that a mentor directly supported their career advancement, I set out to understand why mentorship remains one Read more…
We are excited to announce our Fearless podcast has officially launched! Fearless is a statewide initiative with a goal to empower Iowa women to succeed in work and life. We are strong believers that women’s issues are everyone’s issues, and we aim to cover gender equity with an inviting and Read more…
I still remember sitting in a small, brightly lit office across from the hiring manager as he slid the offer letter across the table. My heart pounded. At age 24, I wanted to ask for more but the words never came. Instead, I smiled, thanked him and accepted. That same Read more…
As told to Macey Shofroth | Photo by Duane Tinkey The timing of Clarissa Chun’s journey to wrestling couldn’t have been more perfect. She took after her older brother and competed in judo for years. Then Hawaii, where she grew up, became the first state to sanction wrestling as a Read more…
Five years ago, the Business Record launched Fearless. Our goal is simple: We want to empower Iowa women to succeed in work and life. Through our weekly e-newsletter, ongoing print features and events, we have worked to live up to our mission. We’ve told countless stories that have both inspired Read more…