Voices

Business Smarts: Startup Scams to Avoid

There’s never been a business owner who doesn’t look for some edge over the competition.…

Policy: Advancing Public Safety in Columbia

To develop a comprehensive public safety plan in Columbia, we need to begin the process…

Ask Anne: Why Employees Leave

I’ve received several letters about the challenges you have with intermittent Family Medical Leave Act…

Opinion Response: “Close It Down!” and Columbia’s Transit System

“Close It Down!” — Al Germond’s August 29 opinion piece in CBT — caught our attention.…

Real Estate: Commercial Vacancies Remain Low

The students are flowing back into town and all things related to the University start…

Business Smarts: Choosing the Right Accountant

For any small business — or even for individuals — choosing a skilled accountant is…

Policy: Help Schools with Creative Solutions

As the economy struggles to recover, with less revenue available for the state to spend…

Ask Anne: Entering and Exiting

  I’m hoping to go back to work after being out of the workforce for…

Ask Anne: Stop the Revolving Door

I manage a chain store throughout the state of Missouri. It seems like we have…

Business Smarts: Combating Check Fraud

Every year, check fraud in which a business’s own checks are used costs businesses and…

Policy: Community Land Trust Comes Together

Community Land Trust is a buzz-phrase you might hear around Columbia these days. So what…

Ask Anne: One-on-ones and Fun

I am having a hard time keeping my employees engaged. Some seem very happy, work…