Exceptional leaders often excel as skilled storytellers, and for good reason. Once a company hits a certain level of organizational complexity, one of the most important tasks the CEO has is to craft intellectually coherent and captivating narratives about the firm, its purpose, and its performance. Failure in this task means undermining the very existence of the company; a sin…
By Saman Rizwan The coronavirus pandemic touched virtually every business on the face of the planet. The first six months after the outbreak of the virus saw average sales fall by 45% globally, with a further 27% slump in the ensuing quarter. Many companies simply did not survive; by September…
As entrepreneurs, we want to see things happen quickly. Yet, it's important to remember that what seems small can end up being mighty.At the risk of tossing out a cliche, consider a tiny apple tree seed. Its physical presence makes it seem relatively insignificant, but given time and the proper…
Shocking claims were recently made by former employees of Grammy-winning singer Lizzo. According to a lawsuit filed by three dancers that worked for the singer, Lizzo, her production company Big Grrrl Big Touring Inc., along with her dance team captain, Shirlene Quigley, created hostile work environment. The claims allege that…
Maurene Goo is the author of several acclaimed books for young adults, including I Believe in a Thing Called Love and Throwback. “Maurene Goo writes with heart, humor, tenderness, and an unabashed optimism that will remind readers what’s worth believing in—and the importance of being true to yourself,” offers Courtney…
JAGUAR II is set to signal a new era for Victoria Monét. The artist is launching her debut album with a tracklist lineup including Earth, Wind & Fire, Buju Banton, Lucky Daye, and her daughter Hazel Monét. As no stranger to the music industry, Monét is excited for her community…
With each passing year, more and more Baby Boomers are leaving the workforce for retirement, and businesses are faced with the critical challenge of replenishing their ranks with fresh talent. Senior employees and leaders accumulate a lot of experience and know-how over the years, and as they depart, businesses are…
SINGAPORE (August 10, 2023) – The combined wealth of tycoons on the 2023 Forbes list of Philippines’ 50 Richest rose 11% to US$80 billion from $72 billion last year. The complete list can be found here and in the August issue of Forbes Asia. The Philippine economy logged 6.4% growth…
Change is constant, and it often strikes without warning. In today’s hyperconnected world, unexpected changes that come about rapidly in other countries, markets and related industries and organizations—or internally—can have outsized negative impacts on a company. How senior leaders react during these critical moments can make all the difference between…
SINGAPORE (August 10, 2023) – Forbes Asia announced its 2023 Best Under A Billion list, which recognizes 200 top-performing small and midsized listed companies in the Asia-Pacific region. The full list can be found here and in the August issue of Forbes Asia. The annual Best Under A Billion list…
The Food and Drug Administration approved the first pill for postpartum depression on Friday, supporting mothers suffering from the disorder and raising awareness of the condition. The introduction of the new drug coincides with this week’s release of proposed rules by the EEOC, which state that employers must provide time…
In a declining economy, startups face an uphill battle when it comes to securing funding.…
With all of the recent news about artificial intelligence (AI), it got me thinking about…
A while back, I took a couple of my grandchildren on a tour of the…
Startups face numerous challenges on their journey to success, and failing to overcome any one…
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