Embracing a life of bodily fluids and practical jokes. Poop. P-o-o-p. I can hardly suppress the giggles. Sitting alone at my desk, they’re working their way up from the inside. Bubbling to the surface, trying their best to escape out the side of my mouth, the corners turned up in a smile. Maybe I’m easily […]
Did you know you would be the first female dean of the School of Engineering? Does that influence how you view your job? Yes, I was honored to be Mizzou’s first female dean of engineering. I am a firm believer in mentoring the next generation and have worked to increase the number of women in
Local nonprofit directors dedicate their lives to the common good. Cheryl Howard, Nora Stewart Early Learning Center As a former graduate of the Nora Stewart Early Learning Center, Cheryl Howard (pictured above) never thought she’d be running it one day. Then, 10 years ago, her life hit a crossroads. Having worked for a national nonprofit that
I am having a hard time keeping my employees engaged. Some seem very happy, work hard, and know what they want, but others just float along, only doing what they must to get by. What can I do to get them engaged and more productive? You need to become The Engager! But the term “engagement”
Savoring each glass the way the winemaker intended. My name is Lydia Melton. I’m the owner and founder over at Günter Hans, meaning I wear a lot of hats behind the scenes, and you’ll rarely see me. In fact, I try to make it a point to remain unseen. If you see me, it means I’m not
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Creating a ceremony that’s uniquely you. Trends these days tell me that most of you reading this haven’t been dreaming of a church or ballroom wedding. You’re hip. You want something a little different. That rocks. And because of that, we’re going to cover the best ways to tweak the traditional wedding ceremony to fit
As Columbia Regional Airport continues to be one of the bright spots of the local economy, the rush is on to prepare the nearly 50-year-old terminal for additional flights, including the first-ever nonstop service to Denver. Tales are told of accommodations underway to handle the additional flights and passenger loads within the confines of the
The pros and cons of working with loved ones. Melissa Murphy, Johnston Paint and Decorating In 1996, then MU student Melissa Murphy started working a few hours a week for her uncle Gary Turner and his business partner, Ron Elder, at their company, Johnston Paint and Decorating. When Melissa was hired on, she says, Vicki Wren
If you’re in the beginning stages of a social media plan for your business, you’ve probably asked yourself the question, “How much do I post?” or even, “What time should I post?” Like all other questions that involve favorable human interaction, the answer is that it’s complicated. Sure, your audience is unique, but you still
