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I perceive three major themes in Silicon Valley Bank’s experience that explain why Western companies fail in China. They’re pretty obvious, but since I was caught in the bear trap, I didn’t see them. In short, China succeeds by: Deceit, manipulation, and leverage: These approaches stem directly from both The...

5 Outdated Takes on Today’s Retirement: A lot can happen from the beginning to the end of a single theatrical production. You might watch the rise and fall of the Ancient Roman Empire or follow the entire spectrum of a person’s life from birth to death. So how does the...

Reshandia Phillips is a highly experienced and passionate travel advisor based in Raytown, Missouri, with over a decade of success in curating unforgettable travel experiences for clients across the globe. Known for her meticulous attention to detail, personalized service, and deep destination knowledge, Reshandia specializes in all-inclusive vacations, group travel,...

Starting a company is a thrilling yet daunting endeavor, often filled with unforeseen challenges that can drain your time, energy, and resources. After years of navigating multiple startups, I’ve found seven principles that have proven to be reliable guideposts for success. The lessons I’ve learned from managing retail stores to founding...

In the realm of leadership, we often focus on what is said — the speeches, the directives, the feedback. But what if the real power lies in what remains unsaid? Silence, often overlooked, can be a silent saboteur, quietly undermining your best efforts and stifling the potential of your team....

Once hailed as both an ethical mandate and a strategic necessity after the upheaval of 2020, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives now face intense scrutiny and pushback. Major corporations—ranging from Walmart to Google—are quietly retreating from these programs amid escalating political battles and regulatory challenges. Leaders are increasingly pivoting...

President Donald Trump’s tariffs have been unsettling to many U.S. industries and consumers. And it’s even more nerve-racking when you consider that the who’s-going-to-blink game with our major trading partners is only in the early stages. As threats and specifics change frequently, uncertainty reigns and rises daily. Anxiety for company...

We know that companies with strong diversity outperform their peer groups, but we’re not making progress at the rate you’d expect. Spoiler alert – and it is not because women lack the skills to lead companies! According to a Catalyst study in 2022, women are leaning into advanced degrees, exceeding...

Aquis, a leading innovator in next-generation financial markets, has announced a significant leadership transition. Chief Executive Officer Alasdair Haynes has informed the Board of his decision to step back from daily operations due to health reasons. Effective immediately, he will assume the role of President of the Group. The company...

Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, today announced that Jennifer Richards has been selected as CEO of Asia Pacific, effective 1 March. Richards assumes the role from Anne Corona who has recently been named CEO of enterprise clients and global chief commercial officer. She will work...