A recent Boise State University poll found that 67% of Idahoans think Idaho is growing too fast. This perspective — that economic growth is not necessarily a good thing — runs counter to the frequent narrative of many economists and ...
Read More »What explains the disconnect in perspectives on Idaho’s growth?
Commercial trucks should pay their share to use the roads 
Our association has long supported equity when it comes to road usage taxes imposed on commercial trucks. Commercial vehicles in Idaho make up 12% of all miles driven annually in the state of Idaho and support 43% of the fuel ...
Read More »The next grid attack is coming. Idaho can help prevent it 
Imagine if homes across Idaho lost power and heat without warning. That happened recently in North Carolina when criminals attacked a pair of electrical substations, cutting off power to tens of thousands of people for nearly a week. That event ...
Read More »How Idaho businesses can prepare for an economic downturn 
Following a global pandemic, Idaho finance executives have redefined adaptability with warp-speed reconfiguration of capital investment plans. With a potential economic slowdown on the horizon in 2023, how can Idaho businesses prepare? Between supply chain stagnation, rapid inflation, rising interest ...
Read More »7 New Year’s resolutions for your small business 
Setting New Year’s resolutions is an important exercise for businesses, especially as experts predict economic uncertainty in the new year. No matter what your goal is — improving workplace culture, increasing revenue and growth, or improving workplace wellness for your ...
Read More »A note from the editor Jan. 6 
2023 is starting out strong for us. Our Jan. 6 edition features in-depth looks into Idaho industries and products, inspiring stories of business owners launching new ventures, two Idaho companies’ impact in another country, local collaborations and more. We also have ...
Read More »Hitting pause — successful contracting in an uncertain market 
The construction industry has faced various struggles since the onset of the pandemic. Recent reports confirm that medium-term commercial construction, specifically, has a cloudy forecast at best. There are juxtaposing perspectives in the industry. The July AIA Consensus Construction Forecast ...
Read More »Seeking a culture of courage? Try failing bigger and celebrating more 
You may have heard the mantra “work hard, play hard.” Perhaps it is one by which you abide. It can be a way of channeling one’s power into creating a full, rich experience of life. There is good energy in ...
Read More »3 tips to help small businesses not fall victim to scams 
Small business owners have a lot on their plate, but fighting fraud should be a priority. Fraudsters often pretend to be someone you can trust and create a sense of urgency to act quickly. For example, a fraudster could compromise ...
Read More »A note from the editor Dec. 23 
Our annual Year in Review coverage looks a bit different this year. To reflect on and wrap up 2022, we literally looked back on our coverage from January 2022 to the beginning of December 2022 and noticed some unifying themes ...
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