By Krista Tedrow, Guest contributor What if this year didn’t need fixing? What if you didn’t need another list, another reset, another version of yourself that requires discipline and self-correction to exist? What if you chose a word? Instead of a goal or a resolution, what if it was an Read more…
By Jenna Feeney, Guest contributor I first learned about adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) in the Aug. 21, 2023, Fearless newsletter guest column by Krista Tedrow, and the concept was further discussed in the Nov. 13, 2023, article about The Beacon. I sought out the ACEs questionnaire and discovered I have Read more…
It’s that time of the year again! We are conducting our annual survey on status of gender equity in Iowa. While nonscientific, the results illustrate current opinions and experiences that women have across Iowa in and outside of work. The results also help to inform us on what topics Fearless Read more…
By Kate Banasiak, president and CEO, Diversified Management Services I’ve always been told that a strong professional brand must be consistent and clear, signaling expertise that doesn’t change. However, for me and many other women, our personal lives are anything but static. Our changing personal seasons can conflict with the Read more…
By Courtney Koch The gender gap between female and male leaders within the architecture field has been a longstanding issue around the world, and it’s important to highlight the challenges women have faced in architecture and the roads that have been paved for female leaders such as myself. I’m proud to work Read more…
By Amy Friedrich I’ve seen plenty of workplace trends come and go, but there is one observation that has stuck with me through the years: Most leadership journeys follow a familiar pattern. After decades spent in both individual contributor and leadership roles, I’ve noticed that growth as a leader can Read more…
By Saundra Longhenry I picked up a barbell for the first time at the age of 35 and I was hooked. There is a feeling of power that comes from picking up the barbell. I enjoy lifting; to be successful I have to clear my head of self-doubt and negativity. Read more…
COMPILED BY MACEY SHOFROTH and EMILY BARSKE WOOD This coverage is from the Business Record’s annual survey on women’s and gender issues as part of our Fearless initiative. While nonscientific, we believe the results of this questionnaire illustrate current opinions about Iowa women’s equity in and outside of work. Read previous coverage Read more…
Connection is one of our Fearless core values. We strive to connect our audience with new thoughts and perspectives in our weekly e-newsletter. Guest contributors are key to this. In 2024, we published columns about barriers to homeownership for women, mental health care in Iowa, investing and reaching financial success, Read more…
Compiled by Emily Barske Wood One name came up a number of times in responses to this year’s Business Record survey on gender equity in Iowa: Caitlin Clark. Several respondents noted the University of Iowa basketball star’s achievements among the biggest advancements for women in the last year. It’s not Read more…