Commentary

Protecting against ransomware requires up-to-date operating systems

The WannaCry malware attack last month has woken up business leaders to...

Want to produce your best work? Protect your power cycle

Creativity is such an elusive thing. But if you have to “be...

Early stage investments in Wisconsin up — but plenty of room for more

It was symbolic of changing times in the state’s early-stage investment world...

3 social media strategies to make the most of every conference

One of my early clients when I started doing social media consulting...

Customer service skills that will bring ’em back

There’s an ancient Chinese saying: “To open a business is very easy;...

Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes: How getting lost can change you

I’m definitely a creature of habit. I ride my bike — on...

Business plan contest continues to produce winners for Wisconsin

Joe Scanlin is about to come down with a double case of...

3 fears stopping you from embracing personal branding (and how to get over them)

During my social media training sessions, I like to spend a little...

Recalling the transportation and economic lessons of Tommy Thompson

There is a noteworthy project going on right now to celebrate and,...

Wayne Gretzky and the workforce

“Skate to where the puck is going to be, not to where...