Jodi’s Journal: As planning director retires, a message for future leadership
As the city’s planning leader retires, a message on the value of relationships.
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Jodi’s Journal: Lessons from lost Amazon deal apply to downtown redevelopment
A national expert on what businesses and their workers are looking for in cities weighs in on Sioux Falls as downtown prepares for unprecedented development.
Jodi’s Journal: An island in a sea of media change
“This week marked two years in business for me, and while I didn’t set out to be part of the rapidly evolving media industry, I’ve ended up in it.”
Jodi’s Journal: Three reasons behind a business closure
It’s the season of business closures, and while each has its own story, there are some common themes behind them.
Jodi’s Journal: Winter Carnival extends activities; if you’ve missed it so far, make up for it this week
We’ve got a Winter Carnival. Now it’s time to get out and keep supporting it.
Jodi’s Journal: Government shutdown creates hidden costs to business, human toll
“We need some help. It’s gone on too long. We’ve got real pain points now.” A business leader whose nearly 300-person team hasn’t been able to work during the government shutdown said the effects are bigger and broader than you might think.
Jodi’s Journal: When tourism meets workforce development
If you’ve ever said we need more young, creative workers in Sioux Falls, this column and this week are for you.
Jodi’s Journal: Resolutions for 2019
This year’s resolution: Limit screen time. Here’s the plan to make it happen.
Jodi’s Journal: A tale of two economies
Nationally, markets dropped and pessimism picked up. In Sioux Falls, a record year appears to be rolling into a strong 2019. Is it a tale of two economies, or is there more to the story?
Jodi’s Journal: Bush legacy of leading through service lives on
If the death of former President George H.W. Bush has you wishing for the kinder, gentler nation he called for, this story is for you.
