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Background – In continuation to my address in Without the Fear of Assessment in LEAD THE CHANGE: AN ANTHOLOGY TO EMPOWER SCHOOL LEADERS (2019) I believe that your feedback even on a dress or drawing matters the very feeling of a job well done. The mood and moment, the tenacity...

The first quarter of 2024 is in the books, and it was a better start to the year than most investors expected.  Artificial Intelligence (AI) stocks, bank stocks, and dividend stocks pushed equities higher.  The “AI 5” made up of NVIDIA, Microsoft, AMD, Taiwan Semi, and Broadcom together averaged a...

A change of control, such as in a merger/acquisition, can have significant implications for the C-suite executive. You may face the risk of getting laid off, reduction in compensation and benefits, changes in reporting structure, restrictions in seeking new employment due to non-compete or non-disclosure agreements, and much more. Offsetting...

Elon Musk, the South Africa-born entrepreneur and CEO of Tesla, witnessed a significant surge in his net worth, soaring by $9.8 billion within the last 24 hours. This remarkable increase followed Musk's announcement regarding Tesla's plans to commence production of new models earlier than anticipated, potentially as soon as late...

Lee Young Ae, a luminary of the Korean entertainment industry, ascends to the summit as the wealthiest K-drama actress, with an astounding net worth ranging between $40 million to $55 million. Renowned for her iconic portrayal in "Jewel in the Palace" and acclaimed performances in "Lady Vengeance," Lee's illustrious career...

As the CEO and founder of BlackPines Capital Partners, former CEO of Booking.com and a flagship executive at companies like Microsoft and Starbucks, Darren Huston has been exemplary in driving unforeseen and impressive growth at the world’s largest corporations. He may make it look easy, but, according to Huston, achieving...

Utah-based Mo'Bettahs Hawaiian-Style Food welcomes Clay Hansen as its new Chief Financial Officer, signaling a strategic move amid ambitious expansion plans. Hansen brings a wealth of experience in finance, IT, and strategy to the dynamic Hawaiian barbecue concept, bolstering its leadership team for the journey ahead. Previously serving as Chief...

Mobico, the parent company of National Express, has disclosed the departure of its Chief Financial Officer, James Stamp, following accounting issues that led to delays in the publication of its full-year financial results. Stamp will step down from his role at the group's annual general meeting on June 11th. Helen...

As of 2023, China's nominal gross domestic product (GDP) was approximately 17.70 trillion US dollars. This puts China in the second position in the world GDP ranking, following the United States ($26.94 trillion). Germany ($4.42 trillion), Japan ($4.23 trillion), The United Kingdom, France, Italy, Brazil, and Canada complete the top...

Living in an unpredictable world where everything appears to be out of control, it is easy to become overwhelmed. Amidst these challenges, our mental health often takes a toll, leaving us feeling vulnerable and trapped in a cycle of negativity, unable to see beyond the immediate struggles. The constant pressure we...