archiveChief Happiness Officer Insider

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is set to sign edicts into force today, allowing citizens of 93 countries and territories visa-free entry to Thailand, enabling them to stay for a maximum of 60 days. Foreign visitors wishing to travel and work in Thailand will be able to stay up to 180...

A recent survey by Gartner, Inc. reveals that 69% of CEOs regard sustainability as a significant business growth opportunity for 2024. Kristin Moyer, Distinguished VP Analyst at Gartner, highlighted that as CEOs reevaluate their long-term strategies, environmental sustainability remains a critical competitive factor. Despite past instances of corporate greenwashing and...

Many years ago, working in an office of about twenty people, I experienced my very first confrontation with a borderline violent person whose anger was out of control. Our office managed hundreds of properties for private landlords. This fellow was extremely agitated at something he felt was not being fixed...

A recent economic analysis by Qatar National Bank (QNB) reveals that major ASEAN economies exhibit robust resilience to abrupt shifts in risk sentiment and capital flows. The focus was on Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and the Philippines, examining their external vulnerabilities through their financing needs and foreign exchange (FX) reserves. Countries...

Launched in 2010, the Green Commodities Programme (GCP) has been crucial in driving significant changes in sustainable agricultural production, with an emphasis on societal, economic, and environmental impact. Building on the success of the previous two phases, the renewed collaboration between the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Swiss...

Aston Martin has announced the appointment of Andy Cowell, former Mercedes Power Unit chief, as their new Group Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Martin Whitmarsh. Cowell, known for his pivotal role in developing the V6 hybrid power units that secured six consecutive double world titles for Mercedes, will take on his...

While the British royal family and their historic castles are well-known, there are 26 monarchies around the globe, each with fascinating stories and opulent estates. From Japan's Emperor Naruhito, who heads the world's oldest continuous hereditary monarchy, to Abu Dhabi's House of Nahyan, the wealthiest rulers, we explore the majestic...

The Big Question: Is the Entertainment Industry shifting towards individual, small-screen experiences, with freelancers turned entrepreneurs, navigating lockdowns and changing aesthetics in a turbulent industry? Are CEOs and entrepreneurs in the entertainment industry undergoing VUCA conditions prepared to take this onslaught post-digital revolution is certainly a discussion. Overview  During the COVID-19...

The International Data Corporation (IDC) reported that the global AI software market, valued at $64 billion in 2022, is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 31.4%, reaching $251 billion by 2027. Additionally, global AI market revenues are projected to grow at a CAGR of 19%,...

Imagine a CEO sharing with the Board genuine concern about the impact the pace of change is having on the organization. Alternatively, imagine a CEO feeling depleted and choosing not to share that with the executive team. Instead, the CEO focuses on inspiring the team towards achieving a goal. Which...