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It’s a new year, and I’m guessing each of you have 2016 goals crafted in some form or another. Whether they’re written in a place where you see them every morning or tucked away as more of a mental checklist, now is the time of year where we tend to focus on what matters most to us. In developing plans for your future, it’s critical to consider your strengths and how those unique talents combine together to meet your desired outcomes.

The view at the top can be lonely, but it’s often the best view of all. Advance Iowa Round Tables provide value to business owners by having them interact with colleagues who face similar leadership and business situations.

Entrepreneurs, especially start-up businesses, benefit from the support and guidance that a mentor often provides. But what makes a good mentor and why do mentors agree to mentor another person—what’s in it for them?

NAWBO Iowa hosts experts from Merit Resources on Health Care Reform at its monthly luncheon program on Tuesday, Oct. 13, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Downtown in Des Moines.

At the Council, we believe in the power and promise of women’s entrepreneurship and there isn't a better time to celebrate this than during Women’s History Month.

Why spend several hours or days learning a new skill by reading a book, when you can watch a video in half the time?

In this month's "Seinfeld on Startups" segment, we learn that continuous improvement can only be reached through trial and error.

Massive, open, online courses (MOOCs) are a great way for entrepreneurs and small business owners to continue their education or learn about something new. Here is a list of upcoming courses being offered by the leading MOOC providers from around the web.