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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 2024

Page

29

Lura McBride Leads Van Meter Into Its 95th Year

Lura McBride rose from meeting Van Meter CEO Barry Boyer to become president and CEO in 2016. The Cedar Rapids based employee owned electrical and automation distributor marks 95 years in operation with a presence across Iowa and beyond.

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Lessons for Leaders on Firing a Worker

The article discusses the tough duties of terminating an employee and lessons for leaders. It emphasizes readiness for interim coverage, rapid task assessment, and training a replacement, while urging reflection on management gaps that hindered growth. It also notes the emotional impact on the fired worker and the need for honest self-evaluation to avoid repeat mistakes.

Odd Mama's thrift store opens in Cedar Rapids cottage

Sierra Damico opened Odd Mama's in Cedar Rapids NewBo area selling vintage collectibles from 1800s to 2000s. The shop at 1216 Second Ave SE features primitives, movie memorabilia, lunchboxes, toys, jewelry, art, VHS, Funko and more attracting strong early response.

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