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Twenty-five years ago, in the feature film Contact, Ellie Arroway (Jodie Foster) responded to her former mentor and nemesis, Dr. David Drumlin (Tom Skerritt), after having had a tough day testifying before Congress. Here's a snippet of the dialogue:  David Drumlin: “I know you must think this is all very...

Born and raised in Placerita Canyon, Mike Bjorkman comes from three generations of Santa Clarita homeowners. As a young man, he personally witnesses firsthand as his small community grew all around him. It was an inspiring sight to see and, when it came time to pursue a professional career, real...

As of 1 May 2022, with a net worth of roughly $249 billion, Elon Musk is the wealthiest person in the world, followed by Jeff Bezos(No. 2, $148 billion), Bernard Arnault(No. 3, $136 billion); and Bill Gates(No. 4, $125 billion). Gautam Adani is the fifth-richest person globally, with $122 billion....

What’s the key to unlocking your success? When you first start out in your career, you may find yourself asking that question. While there are many ingredients that propel you up the career ladder, it would be a mistake to overlook the role collaboration plays. “Connecting and collaborating with others...

Most organizations typically relegate creatives, especially designers, to their marketing departments, where they can create pretty logos, brochures, and marketing materials. As a result, it is highly unusual to find creatives (right-brained individuals) leading large enterprises or organizations.  The last well-known creative/right-brained CEO the world remembers is Steve Jobs. That's...

It’s not easy to jump into a leadership position, especially if it is your first time in a leadership role. As a woman, the challenges that come with being in a leadership position can be even more daunting at times than you may have originally expected. Leaders are the ones...

As technology evolves, so does cybercrime. In fact, most people do not realize that today’s cybercriminals leverage the same technologies, business models, and service offerings that ordinary, non-criminal enterprises use. Similar to the software-as-a-service (SaaS) model where consumers access software and services in exchange for a monthly or recurring fee,...

As of 16 April 2022, with a net worth of roughly $251 billion, Elon Musk is the richest person in the world, followed by Jeff Bezos(No. 2, $176 billion), Bernard Arnault(No. 3, $143 billion); and Bill Gates(No. 4, $130 billion). Warren Buffett is the fifth-richest person in the world, with...

Croatia is a European nation located in the northwestern part of the Balkan Peninsula. It is popular for having the most beautiful sunsets worldwide and is dominated by an excellent natural habitat, fascinating beaches, incredible national parks, and extended topography, making it the most appealing tourist destination.  Along with splendid...

Teams are about getting things done smoothly and successfully. Given the normality of uncertainty, our flow of work is subject to disruptions and interferences that require us to continually adapt and adjust. How teams adapt and secure one another’s cooperation and commitment is fundamental to effectively coordinating action.  To illustrate,...