September 2023 – Page 12 – Joplin Business Outlook

We Tested Six Expensive Men’s Razors. One Stood Out.

September 8, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off

Is it worth ditching your drugstore razor and splurging on a high-end model?

It’s Finally Time to Add Some Smart Tech to Your Dumb Home

September 8, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off

Smart lights, smart locks and smart thermostats are ready for prime time thanks to a new era of cooperation among the tech giants

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Disney Fight Marks Cable TV’s Last Stand

September 8, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off

Dispute with Charter has left millions without access to football and the U.S. Open—and could mean a permanent change to the business as customers flee to streaming at an accelerated pace

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Health-Insurance Costs Are Taking Biggest Jumps in Years

September 7, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off

Employers and workers are expected to see an increase of about 6.5% or higher in the cost of their health plans next year.

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Crowder College’s Training & Development Solutions to Host Foundations of Managerial Leadership Workshop on September 25 and 27

September 7, 2023 Erin Slifka 0

The production, quality, and safety of an organization are determined by the employees who do the work. Leaders help shape the work and, therefore, the organization as a whole. But, as an employer, are you […]

Sponsors Sought for 2023 Joplin Polar Plunge at Rivers Bend Family Resort on November 4

September 7, 2023 Erin Slifka 0

The 2023 Polar Plunge is coming back to Joplin! The Plunge will be hosted at Rivers Bend Family Resort on Saturday, November 4, 2023 in Shoal Creek. This “unbearable” event is a unique opportunity to […]

Whose Rail Line Is It Anyway? Freight Carriers Could Be Forced to Share Tracks With Competitors

September 7, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off

New rules aim to increase competition in the business of moving cows, corn, chemicals and other goods.

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Small Business/Startups

BBB Business Tip: Avoiding Voicemail Hacking Scams

September 7, 2023 Erin Slifka 0

Impersonation has always been a common and effective tactic used by scammers. If a hacker can compromise a company’s voicemail system, they can follow up with customer inquiries (and request payment and personal information) without […]