CEO Advisory

Many countries have been streamlining the visa process from time to time. Periodically, the authorities circulate important notices and clarifications on the visa processes. Still, visa applicants do not adhere to the guidelines or miss out on important details. This inevitably results in the rejection of several visa applications every...

Lobbying is an attempt to influence legislative action on an issue. An array of people, from individuals to big multinational corporations, spend a chunk of money on their campaigns and negotiations to direct legislative action towards a favorable result. The wealthy among them, of course, have a lot of stakes,...

With so many transactions to store, analyze and report, businesses cannot undervalue the necessity of accounting firms. As your business expands, you will expect capable hands on the balance sheets so that you are well-positioned to make informed decisions. Moreover, and quite importantly, governmental oversight mechanisms mandate fair accounting practices...

As wealth grows, its management requires specialized knowledge, skill, and expertise. High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs) and Ultra High Net Worth Individuals (UHNWIs) particularly invest their time and money in hiring a good financial analyst or a team of such analysts. The reasons are out there: with so many resources...

Investor visa application requirements generally include a business plan. The basic idea is that you wish to migrate to the country and acquire residence and/or citizenship in consideration of investment. Now the investment part can be executed in several ways, but what you are required to show is that you know...

As a communication specialist, I’m often asked about the difference between persuasion and manipulation. It’s an important question that I’ve been responding to and refining my thinking for decades. Whilst some will say, it’s just semantics, I personally agree that it’s important to understand the difference and be clear about...

Leading a biotech organization can be described by some as complex, intriguing, transformational, stressful, and impactful. Sounds like a lot to manage, doesn’t it? Those who fill leadership roles in these organizations are tasked with going up against challenges and facing situations that are not fluid across all industries. Biotech...

Starting your own company is no doubt a difficult undertaking and having an idea that can change the industry and revolutionize the lives of every individual is a challenge that not everyone can rise to. Even with that million-dollar idea, how can you make your dream into a reality?  A...

Staving off workforce attrition requires, among other things, continuous learning and development for employees. Workers are looking for development on the job, and workplaces that prioritize enhancing team members' knowledge enjoy 15% boosts in employee engagement. Below are strategies leaders need to know for sidestepping the Great Resignation onslaught through...

Up ahead is the proverbial road to business success.  It’s a narrow road, flanked by a constantly changing landscape. There are potholes, steep drop-offs at the edge, and sharp turns that hide what’s coming next.  Luckily, you’re on a bus.  It’s a big bus, with everyone on your team seated...