Jodi’s Journal

Jodi’s Journal: Elon Musk, phones in schools and the productivity factor

“Distraction is a constant threat, whether you’re a student or a member of the workforce, and we don’t necessarily have the self-awareness to recognize when it’s taking aim at us.”

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Jodi’s Journal: Dear future mayor

It would have been about a year away — and now it’s likely longer. But here’s a message to consider as the next mayoral election looms.

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Jodi’s Journal: Retailers, restaurants seek to avoid encroaching ‘March Sadness’

While you might be watching your bracket, many retailers have been watching a sales slump. Here’s what Jodi learned could be behind the “March Sadness.”

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Jodi’s Journal: Eight years in, media landscape requires more from publishers, consumers

Thank you for helping us mark eight years at SiouxFalls.Business! This week, Jodi takes a look at the changing media landscape we’re all navigating.

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Jodi’s Journal: In defense of government workers

Before you assume what it means to be a “government worker,” consider this.

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Jodi’s Journal: The secret to powering through, found in a backyard pond

If you’ve ever felt like what’s in front of you seems insurmountable, meet a flock of local ducks that’s about to change your mind.

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Jodi’s Journal: The flight to value is a choppy one

“Perhaps this is suggesting that the general consumer is tapped out.” The signs are building, Jodi writes: Consumers might be turning even more selective in their spending.

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Jodi’s Journal: Generations Alpha, Beta and the alphabet

Heard of Generation Alpha? How about Beta? As Jodi writes, there’s a lot to focus on — starting with the skills they’ll need to succeed.

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Jodi’s Journal: In Lloyd’s legacy lives the story of Sioux Falls

The Arc of Dreams has turned green in honor of the dreamer, the doer and the downtown visionary Craig Lloyd. In his story, Jodi writes, you’ll find the story of Sioux Falls.

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Jodi’s Journal: The case for a density mentality downtown — and beyond

Downtown had a solid year of visitor traffic in 2024. Here’s what it will take to build on it.

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