Staff Development and Motivation

According to the 2013 Work Stress Survey, 83% of Americans reported being stressed about at least one thing at work, with the number one factor being low pay. With workplace stress on the rise, have you asked yourself – “am I working for the pay...

Today First Lady Karen Pence announced the formation of the Indiana First Lady's Charitable Foundation, whose mission is to support and recognize communities and organizations that promote the well-being of Hoosier children and their families. The...

Governor Mike Pence today named Rick Ruble Commissioner of the Indiana Department of Labor (DOL). “Rick Ruble is the right man at the right time to lead the Indiana Department of Labor,” said Pence. “With extensive experience in a variety of...

In a time where many businesses are struggling to make ends meet, Opportunity Enterprises is thriving from a balanced budget. The company recently took a look at the financial model and cut $150,000 in expenses by changing the business model to...

Now that the Health Insurance Marketplace has opened, you may wonder how it applies to you and what actions you need to take. With all the conflicting information swirling around, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But, don’t let that keep you from...

Jeremy Miller has been named the Lake Area United Way's organization’s Chief Operating Officer. Miller will be tasked with overseeing the strategic development and future growth of the organization. He joins the Senior Management Staff of Lake Area...

Adults 70 or older who regularly volunteer are in better physical health than those just a few years younger, according to new research from Purdue University. The sociologists found that people ages 70-85 who regularly volunteered have younger...

Join us in recognizing the award winners at the E-Day luncheon event from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday Nov. 6 at the Star Plaza in Merrillville. Tickets are still available The event includes the awards presentation as well as keynote speaker Scott...

Question: How does Horizon Bank stay connected with the community? DR: The basis of Horizon obviously is we are a community organization. Our roots are community in La Porte County. We've grown since then very rapidly. Really being a community minded...

The Northwest ISBDC will salute this year’s standout entrepreneurs and advocates at its 22nd annual Entrepreneurial Excellence Awards (E-Day) luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday Nov. 6 at the Radisson Hotel at Star Plaza in Merrillville....