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She Now Teaches Critical Business Skills meet Liz Hatfield

Every so often I'll sit down with a guest and things just click. That's exactly what happened when I met, for the first time, Liz Hatfield a new skills trainer with Tero International. Liz had spent some 35 years as an HR professional before being asked to join the Tero Team.  Here we'll talk about some of the changes she's seen in the world of Human Resources and then dive into a couple of examples of what she's now teaching to corporate leaders, team members and individuals who are eager to learn how to become a more effective communicator and even a better sales person.  Meet Liz:

Thanks for listening!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines and Meet Liz Hatfield of Tero International 21 August 2024

We kick things off today by taking a second look at how many jobs were created between March of last year and March of this year and the number is...well...stunning,.  That plus some "Fed Talk" boosted the markets. For the interview you'll meet Liz Hatfield a newer member of the Tero International Team of training professionals. Liz has 35 years of experience in the Human Resources world and we'll touch on the changes she's seen as well as flesh out some of the interesting topics she now teaches to professionals, team leaders and folks who simply want to polish their skill set. And, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:

• Job data was revised downward by over 800,000 jobs;
• The Fed Minutes are out and that fueled Wall Street;
• The Tale of Two Retailers: Target and Macy's;
• Ford is re-thinking EV production and promises 3 new vehicles;
• The Wall Street Report;
• Yes, we think it's too early but Starbucks does not.

And meet our newest friend, Liz Hatfield from Tero International.  It's a great conversation and I know you'll learn some important lessons.

Thanks for listening!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 20 August 2024

We're back!  We had some "technical issues" late on Monday but all fixed and ready to go.  We kick things off today talking about a difference of opinion between the UAW and Stellantis the parent company of Chrysler. And, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:

• What's it going to be Stellantis?
• Way too many tourists in Europe and the reaction;
• What might the Fed do this week? Some thoughts;
• Yet another food recall to share with you;
• Small business owners are feeling pretty positive;
• The Wall Street Report;
• Mixing Booze with Beyonce. Yep, it's a thing.

Thanks for listening!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Community Hand Up with Heidi Kroll

Today you'll meet Heidi Kroll the founder of Community Hand Up. We met during an event highlighting non-profit organizations and after learning more we invited her to visit with us. Her story is all too familiar. Single mom working low income jobs making enough money to not qualify for assistance.  So, what do folks do when their car breaks down?  Heidi has an answer.  It's a good story and thanks for listening!

Thanks for listening!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines and Community Hand Up 13 August 2024

It's the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 13th day of August and yes, the Great Iowa State Fair is still going on...we have not yet made it however but there are record setting crowds. The photo here is from the 2014 Iowa State Fair with my friend Duane Murley of AM 540 KWMT fame.  First up today is yet another story about inflation and the all important Producer Price Index. Also today you'll meet Heidi Kroll the entrepreneur who created the non-profit Community Hand Up and why this is such a great service for so many families who are simply not "poor enough" to get assistance.  Meanwhile, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:

• The Producer Price Index and inflation;
• A big shakeup over at Starbucks;
• But, there is a big...BUT;
• Home Depot is worried and why;
• The Wall Street Report;
• Forget high prices McDonalds wants to focus on nostalgia.

For the interview you'll meet Heidi Kroll the founder of Community Hand Up. Her story is all too familiar. Single mom working low income jobs making enough money to not qualify for assistance.  So, what do folks do when their car breaks down?  Heidi has an answer.  It's a good story and thanks for listening!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Kidnapped From Israel - A Film by Susan Wasserman

Here we visit with filmmaker Susan Wasserman who is in to talk about her new non-political documentary "Kidnapped From Israel".   It's the story about two street artists from Tel Aviv who were in New York City on October 7 of last year and who focused their energy on visuals we've all seen about those hostages taken out of Israel and into Hamas controlled Gaza.

It's quite the story. To learn more and if you are moved to help finance her latest project you can do so by following this non-profit donation link that will take you to From the Heart Productions. Yes it is a 501c3 organization. 

Thanks for being here!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines and "Kidnapped From Israel" with Susan Wasserman

Welcome back to a new week and so much going on in the world of the Business News Headlines.  We'll get there first but want you to stick around and listen as we visit with filmmaker Susan Wasserman who is in to talk about her new non-political documentary "Kidnapped From Israel".  It's the story about two street artists from Tel Aviv who were in New York City on October 7 of last year and who focused their energy on visuals we've all seen about those hostages taken out of Israel and into Hamas controlled Gaza.  It is quite the story. Also if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:

• Consumers are responsible for beating back inflation?
• We'll take a deeper dive into that story;
• We're expecting a raft of economic data this week;
• How about some mini farm critters for your home?
• Deadbeat employers and a new law in Maine;
• The Wall Street Report;
• A big change is coming to the real estate market.

For the interview meet Susan Wasserman on her upcoming documentary "Kidnapped From Israel". It's quite the story. To learn more and if you are moved to help finance her latest project you can do so by following this non-profit donation link that will take you to From the Heart Productions. Yes, it is a 501c3 organization. 

Thanks for being here!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Executive Career Training? Meet Marni Hockenberg

One would think that an executive that has interviewed scores of individuals would interview well when seeking a new placement. That's not the case says Marni Hockenberg of Hockenberg Search.  Marni runs a firm which has a proven process of helping executives contemplating a career change or those executives seeking a new role. Here Marni walks us through that detailed program that requires work but, in the end, can land that great career. And even if you're not a high level exec you will find her program a huge help in this tight labor market. Meet Marni Hockenberg.

Thanks for being here!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 23 July and meet Marni Hockenberg

Welcome to the Tuesday Edition of the Business News Headlines...glad you're with us!  Coming up today, along with the news, we'll have you meet Marni Hockenberg who is the principal of Hockenberg Search a company that helps high level executives find and land that dream job.  It's much more than simply "finding" that career. She helps train her clients to interview well, network with others and get that job.  And, yes, there is a process.  Make sure you listen in. Also, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:

• Regulators looking at how Delta is treating passengers;
• Big profits for GM but, there is a but;
• Speaking of profits a closer look at Coke and raising prices;
• Some housing data that was expected;
• The Wall Street Report;
• A paid tier for Alexa/Echo?  Yep, looks like it and why.

For the interview you'll meet Marni Hockenberg from Hockenberg Search with, what we think, is a brilliant method in helping executives contemplating a career change or executives seeking a new role.  No matter where you are in your career we think you'll find her process spot on.

Thanks for being here!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines and Meet Kylie Gottschalk of Tero International

We kick things off today with a focus on the worst day for the NASDAQ in eleven months. What happened?  The Biden Administration has advised its allies to impose the strictest trade restrictions possible if companies such as Tokyo Electron Ltd and ASML Holding persist in supplying advanced chips to China.  For the interview you'll meet Kylie Gottschalk the new Training Manager at Tero International. We love to see young people excel in their careers. Also, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:

• Let the chips fall where they may...think China;
• Aging bridges in 16 states to get fixed;
• DEI is dead over at John Deer and why;
• The transportation disruption is over say logistics experts;
• Fed officials hint at rate cuts sooner than later;
• The Wall Street Report;
• Amazon Prime Day One is in the bag and we have results.

For the interview you'll hear about how Kylie Gottschalk has grown in her career., When we first met Kylie she was coming out of an awful job experience only to be  picked up as a part-time worker at Tero International.  Now she is the new Training Manager...we think you'll enjoy learning about what she has learned.

Thanks for being here!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.