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 In a perfect world, we wouldn’t need to apologize. We wouldn’t do dumb stuff; we wouldn’t keep making mistake after mistake. Unfortunately, we know, this is not a perfect world. We are fallen critters and we live in a fallen world that is fraught with countless opportunities to get it wrong. But one of the things I love most about this world is our capacity to love and forgive. From my own faith perspective, I know that this capacity is a gift that comes from a divine source who has demonstrated grace and forgiveness to me. But even within the kindness of friendship or the grace and compassion of a good, solid working relationship, there is room for forgiveness, especially if we apologize. So, today we offer five tips to help us apologize better. 1. Reflect. We’ve written before about the relentless pursuit of “Even Better”. If we have a habit of reflecting on our conversations, we have a greater chance of finding those moments that we need to apologize for. After a conversation with someone else, when you reflect on it, think about your own words, and your own tone, and your own messaging, and what you in response to them. |
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How to Lead from the Heart LIVE Webinar
When: October 04 Noon - 1 p.m.
Where: Comfort of Your Office or Home
Description: This quick-hit webinar will help you understand three concepts for the heart of a servant leader, and you will gain three tactical ways to put the characteristics of servant leadership to work.
Customer Service Essentials Workshop
When: October 29 9 a.m. - Noon
Where: Simpson College West Des Moines Campus, 1415 28th St. #250, West Des Moines
Description: In this session, you will explore ways to demonstrate excellence in customer service, starting right now.
Relationship-Based Sales Workshop
When: October 29 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Where: Simpson College West Des Moines Campus, 1415 28 St. #250, West Des Moines
Description: Building fast and lasting relationships with potential customers makes the difference between success and failure. We'll explore the gaps in the sales cycle and practice a proven tool for continuous improvement.
Maximizing Project Success through PM/Sponsor Relationships Workshop
When: November 21 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Where: Simpson College West Des Moines Campus, 1415 28th St. #250, West Des Moines
Description: This full-day workshop explores how to develop ad maximize this critical relationship in a way that ensues the success of the project and the organization.
How to Finish Strong LIVE Webinar
When: December 13 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Where: Comfort of Your Office or Home
Description: Encounter three ways to make the most of the rest of the year so you can start next year well with the tips, tools, and techniques offered here.
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How to Lead from the Heart LIVE Webinar
When: October 04 Noon - 1 p.m.
Where: Comfort of Your Office or Home
Description: This quick-hit webinar will help you understand three concepts for the heart of a servant leader, and you will gain three tactical ways to put the characteristics of servant leadership to work.
Customer Service Essentials Workshop
When: October 29 9 a.m. - Noon
Where: Simpson College West Des Moines Campus, 1415 28th St. #250, West Des Moines
Description: In this session, you will explore ways to demonstrate excellence in customer service, starting right now.
Relationship-Based Sales Workshop
When: October 29 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Where: Simpson College West Des Moines Campus, 1415 28 St. #250, West Des Moines
Description: Building fast and lasting relationships with potential customers makes the difference between success and failure. We'll explore the gaps in the sales cycle and practice a proven tool for continuous improvement.
Maximizing Project Success through PM/Sponsor Relationships Workshop
When: November 21 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Where: Simpson College West Des Moines Campus, 1415 28th St. #250, West Des Moines
Description: This full-day workshop explores how to develop ad maximize this critical relationship in a way that ensues the success of the project and the organization.
How to Finish Strong LIVE Webinar
When: December 13 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Where: Comfort of Your Office or Home
Description: Encounter three ways to make the most of the rest of the year so you can start next year well with the tips, tools, and techniques offered here.
Alzheimer's Support Group
When: 1st Monday of each month 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Where: Location alternates between Vintage Hills and Meadow Glen Terrace
October 7 Meadow Glen Terrace, 711 S. Jefferson Way
November 4 Vintage Hills of Indianola, 604 E. Hillcrest Ave
Questions: Danyel Wilson, 515-961-1924
We offer peer or professionally led groups for caregivers, individuals living with Alzheimer's and others dealing with the disease.
Take Advantage of Free Job Listings or Promotions to Prospects on www.indianolachamber.com
You can reach consumers with news about job openings, services, products, events, announcements ...any news or income-generating promotions you have to share ... for Free on www.indianolachamber.com.
Call the chamber office at 515/961-6269 if you have questions.
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Chamber Newsletter Production Schedule
Chamber Newsletter production timeline: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month.
Please submit your articles, updates, or news for the What's Up Newsletter by close of business the Friday before the newsletter you want your news to be published. To ensure the quality of your artwork, please submit your flyer or graphic in jpg format by email. Submissions are due by 4 p.m.
Please submit your articles, updates, or news for the What's Up Newsletter by close of business the Friday before the newsletter you want your news to be published. To ensure the quality of your artwork, please submit your flyer or graphic in jpg format by email. Submissions are due by 4 p.m.
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McCoy True Value Nominated for National Independent Small Business of the Year Award
McCoy True Value Hardware
Vote for McCoy True Value who is nominated for the National Independent Small Business of the Year! Vote online today at IndieBizAward.com. Consumers can vote a maximum of 25 times per 24-hour period from the same IP address for their favorite nominee from now until October 20, 2019. The winning independent business receives a branding, advertising and public relations makeover valued at $25,000.
McCoy True Value, Indianola’s oldest business, has been family-owned since 1885. We have proudly served generations of Warren County residents, offering unique products, services, and expertise. From professional painters and contractors to first-time homeowners and diy’ers, McCoy’s has always been at the heart of our community, solving our customer’s unique problems and meeting their paint, hardware, and home-goods needs.
Vote for High-Impact Businesses for Warren County Economic Impact Awards
Cast your vote now through October 15, 2019, for the Warren County Economic Impact Awards!
The winners will be announced at the annual economic development celebration on Thursday, October 24, 2019 from 5-7 p.m. in Hubbell Hall at Simpson College.
Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and refreshments at the annual county-wide celebration to recognize outstanding local businesses for their economic impact, as well as highlight positive developments and activity happening across Warren County.
The event is free to attend, but reservations are requested by Sunday, October 20, 2019.
To RSVP call the WCEDC office at (515) 961-1067
or email Brennan Ginder bginder@wcedc.com
Nominations Sought for Indianola Chamber Board of Directors
The Indianola Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for two volunteer board of director openings until October 15, 2019. Business and community leaders are encouraged to serve and participate in governing and strategic initiatives of the Chamber, which represents roughly 44,000 employees and nearly 300 businesses and organizations.
Board terms are three years, and selected individuals from this year’s nominations will be seated January 16, 2020, at the Chamber's annual dinner and business meeting.
Any Chamber business or organization in good standing may submit a nomination and interested people may self-nominate. Please send an email with the name, email address, and phone number of the nominee to brenda@indianolachamber.com no later than October 15, 2019. The nominee will be contacted by the nominating committee to complete a formal board questionnaire.
Consider sharing your time and talent with the Indianola Chamber of Commerce! We are looking for leaders with vision to advance our mission!
Think Indianola First Shop Local Saturday
November 30, 2019
Kick-off the Holidays in Indianola!
There's Something for Everyone!
Here's the Line-Up:
For Our Shoppers 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.:
Shop the Downtown Square & Enjoy
Hometown Hospitality
In-Store Specials
Craft & Vendor Show (Warren County Admin. Bldg., 301 N. Buxton)
For the Kids 9 a.m. to Noon - Downtown Square:
Visit Santa & Mrs. Claus - located in McCurdy Chiropractic
Indianola Noon Lion's Club Children’s Holiday Market - located in KNIA/KRLS Radio
Train Rides provided by Community 1st Credit Union with Dollar Dog
*Bring your camera for pictures with Santa and place your non-perishable food items under the tree to help fill Santa’s bag for our local Food Drive.
For the Family November 30 - December 20:
Enjoy the Tour of Trees Downtown and Around Town
(participating businesses will be found at www.indianolachamber.com)
Kick-off the Holidays in Indianola!
There's Something for Everyone!
Here's the Line-Up:
For Our Shoppers 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.:
Shop the Downtown Square & Enjoy
Hometown Hospitality
In-Store Specials
Craft & Vendor Show (Warren County Admin. Bldg., 301 N. Buxton)
For the Kids 9 a.m. to Noon - Downtown Square:
Visit Santa & Mrs. Claus - located in McCurdy Chiropractic
Indianola Noon Lion's Club Children’s Holiday Market - located in KNIA/KRLS Radio
Train Rides provided by Community 1st Credit Union with Dollar Dog
*Bring your camera for pictures with Santa and place your non-perishable food items under the tree to help fill Santa’s bag for our local Food Drive.
For the Family November 30 - December 20:
Enjoy the Tour of Trees Downtown and Around Town
(participating businesses will be found at www.indianolachamber.com)
Tour of Trees Let's You Showcase Your Business
Everyone enjoys the holidays more with fun holiday activities. Give people a reason to stop by your business by participating in the TOUR OF TREES!
We've taken the Festival of Trees to a whole new level. Instead of placing a tree in a downtown business (like the last few years), why not showcase your award-winning tree in your business! Participation is easy. Here's how it will work:
- Email your participation to barb@indianolachamber.com; include a contact name, phone, address of tree, and email by November 1, 2019 (include name of Face Book page if posting your own page.)
- Get your tree decorated and up by November 22, 2019 (tree can be inside or outside)
- Post a picture of your tree on your Face Book page to share the beauty with everyone! (Be sure to share the name of the Face Book page with us.)
All Tour of Tree participating businesses will be listed on the Indianola Chamber's website for the public to plan their own tours!
Participants will vote for the "Best Dressed Tree" November 22 - December 20 online at indianolachamber.com. The winning business will receive $50!
Wine Witches and Brew
When: October 18 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Where: Downtown Indianola
Enjoy a bewitching Sip & Shop event. Spend a magical evening shopping at Indianola boutiques and businesses while sampling wines & brews. Ticketsare $10 and can be purchased online or at specific merchants.
The first 500 to purchase tickets will be rewarded with a special treat to be used that night. (WARNING: Tickets are typically sold out before the event. Must be 21 or over to participate.
Tickets: Buy Here
Non-Scary Halloween Hike: Rule Breakers
Where: Annett Nature Center
$2 for children $3 for adults
Registration Required
Costumes Encouraged
After the hike, enjoy a craft and a snack.
Indoor Play Date Ribbon Cutting
When: October 23 10:30 a.m.
Where: Indianola Parks & Recreation
The ribbon-cutting will open a new season of Indoor Play Date on October 23. This is the 15th year the organization has offered the playground for Indianola families with young children.
Peoples Bank will sponsor the program, allowing families to attend at no charge. The playground is offered on Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. - noon for little ones age one through pre-Kindergarten along with their supervising adult. Riding toys, play equipment and inflatables are provided.
The season runs through mid-March, 2020, with a few days off for the holidays. The playground is also closed on days that Indianola schools are closed or delayed due to bad weather.
Top Five for Small Business: Create Culture for Your Competitive Advantage
When: October 23 Noon - 1 p.m.
Where: Indianola Chamber of Commerce Conference Room, 111 N. Buxton
Kurt Pearson from Compass Financial Services will lead the Webinar on Create Culture for Your Competitive Advantage
No Charge
Register Here
Woodland Mounds Artifact Presentation & Hike
When: October 26 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Where: Woodlawn Mounds Preserve
Bring blanket or lawn chair
No charge for the event. Register by October 24 here
Join Gary Valen to explore a 200-year-old village and ceremonial site for people who lived here approximately 13,000 years ago.
Downtown Bars Plan Ghostly Good Time
When: October 26, 2019
Where: Downtown Indianola
Join the Indianola Halloween Bar Crawl, as you haunt the square one Ghoolishly Good Bar at a time!
With 7 Local Bars, 5 Different Contests, and MANY drink specials at EACH location you will have a Ghostly Good Time!
$10 Per Person & a portion of the proceeds will be going to the Indianola Community Schools for Supplies!!!
Check-In: MoJos Bar 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Receive your wristband, as well as ONE drink ticket to use at each participating bar and good for a SUPER SCARY OFFER!!!
1st Stop: 6 p.m -7 p.m.
The Hide Out
Hosting the "Sexiest Costume" Contest!
2nd Stop: 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
On The Rocks
Hosting the "Most Creative Costume" Contest!
3rd Stop: 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The Groggy Dog
Hosting the "Best Couples Costume" Contest!
4th Stop: 9 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Zoo Bar
Hosting the "Scariest Costume" Contest!
5th Stop: 10 p.m. - 11 p.m.
The Local Vine
This will be your "Safe Point" Regroup and prepare for the finish line!
6th Stop: 11 p.m. - Midnight
The Garage
Your final destination, hosting the "Best Group Theme" Contest!
7th Stop: Midnight - 2 a.m. (After-Party)
MoJos Bar
If you have survived the Bar Crawl, come on down to celebrate your victory!
While having a good time, please remember to drink responsibly and be sure to arrange for a designated driver.
Where: Downtown Indianola
Join the Indianola Halloween Bar Crawl, as you haunt the square one Ghoolishly Good Bar at a time!
With 7 Local Bars, 5 Different Contests, and MANY drink specials at EACH location you will have a Ghostly Good Time!
$10 Per Person & a portion of the proceeds will be going to the Indianola Community Schools for Supplies!!!
Check-In: MoJos Bar 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Receive your wristband, as well as ONE drink ticket to use at each participating bar and good for a SUPER SCARY OFFER!!!
1st Stop: 6 p.m -7 p.m.
The Hide Out
Hosting the "Sexiest Costume" Contest!
2nd Stop: 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
On The Rocks
Hosting the "Most Creative Costume" Contest!
3rd Stop: 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The Groggy Dog
Hosting the "Best Couples Costume" Contest!
4th Stop: 9 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Zoo Bar
Hosting the "Scariest Costume" Contest!
5th Stop: 10 p.m. - 11 p.m.
The Local Vine
This will be your "Safe Point" Regroup and prepare for the finish line!
6th Stop: 11 p.m. - Midnight
The Garage
Your final destination, hosting the "Best Group Theme" Contest!
7th Stop: Midnight - 2 a.m. (After-Party)
MoJos Bar
If you have survived the Bar Crawl, come on down to celebrate your victory!
While having a good time, please remember to drink responsibly and be sure to arrange for a designated driver.
Trunk or Treat on Beggars' Night
TRUNK OR TREAT
When: October 30 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Where: Indianola Public Library, 207 N. B Street
The City of Indianola and IMU departments are gathering at the Indianola Public Library to hand out treats on Beggars’ Night!
Come for a hot dog supper and treats, then help decide which department decorated their vehicle the best!
BEGGAR'S NIGHT
When: October 30 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Where: Indianola
Your Flu Shot = 12 Meals to Our Local Food Pantries
When: September 23 - November 23
Where: Medicap Pharmacy, 208 E. Euclid Ave., Indianola
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m. - 2 pm.
You + a flu shot at participating Medicap pharmacies = 12 meals to the local food pantry.
The goal for the 20 participating Central Iowa locations is to beat last year’s numbers of 79,800 meals!
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