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In many companies, executive compensation is determined or negotiated according to an established compensation structure that is derived from their talent acquisition and retention strategy which in turn is driven by their business goals. Typically, a company would identify key growth indicators and ensure that each key executive’s incentives are...

Covid-19 has hammered home something we already knew – that change is inevitable and often completely out of our control. It has also taught us that we have no choice but to accept it – good change, bad change, even change that we didn’t ask for. We can try to...

Less than a decade ago many economic players pronounced the triumph of global marketing. Governments encouraged market-based decision rules of economic games. Those who invoked benefits of government planning and state monopolies rapidly encountered substantial public doubt. Ten years is a long time for firms and their customers. Conditions have...

The passions that divisive political and social issues invoke are making their way into all aspects of our lives — including the workplace.  For business leaders managing teams with differing views, growing tensions can have a significant impact on team morale, productivity and performance. But, at the same time, it’s...

When things get tough is when underlying quandaries seem to make their way to the surface. The COVID-19 pandemic didn’t create the battle with mental health and burnout in America, but it certainly fanned the flames. Personable communication has been stifled, taking place mostly on digital platforms—with many interactions losing...

It’s no secret that we all have toxic people at work and in our personal lives. It seems like no matter how great our job is, or what a wonderful life we’re living, there’s always that one person who tries to bring us down. Why? I’m convinced that, nine times...

I've had the good fortune to be part of many outstanding teams during my career. About 30 years ago, I was part of a four-person ad hoc team that we assembled to compete for an advertising and PR account. It’s memorable and meaningful for me because it's when I first...

The Hinduja family is partnering with New York-based Focus Financial Partners Inc. (NASDAQ:FOCS) ("Focus") to launch Beryllus Capital, a multifamily office that will serve the world’s ultra-high-net-worth families. Beryllus Capital will have offices in London, Geneva, and Singapore. Beryllus Capital will be led by Amit Kotha, a founder and veteran...

The case for video marketing is clear. Just as evident is that brands miss an exciting chance to connect with customers when they don’t produce videos. Megan Allinson of BKM Marketing outlines why brands should integrate this powerful asset in their marketing mix and offers strategies to creating valuable video...

No matter the industry, whether it is manufacturing, IT, pharmaceuticals, finance, or personal services, companies of all sizes are drowning in data. Excel spreadsheets get tossed between departments while an overview of financial, sales and HR data is muddy at best. The growing demand for real-time data leaves executive decision-makers...