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As we have all endured the collective experience of a global pandemic, it has been a challenge to say the least in keeping up with work life balance, productivity, loneliness, and the possibility of burnout. Now, we may be rounding the corner as pandemic cases are receding from their highs,...

Yerkin Tatishev was selected Entrepreneur of the Year in Kazakhstan by the leading business firm Ernst & Young. His leadership and actions in the face of COVID-19 have impressed the judges of one of the most important competitions in the world. Well-known business people from all regions of Kazakhstan were...

Companies that don’t track their business goals in real-time are significantly less likely to reach them, yet the majority fail to do just that.  In theory, a business goal should be a useful tool designed to guide you toward your desired outcome. However, too often, business goals are used less...

“I feel guilty asking my executive assistant to do things for me,”  This was an unexpected and surprising statement coming from three seasoned executives at different companies. Guilty? About what? As much as I know about the partnerships between executives and assistants, I had not heard much about guilt. I asked...

In a digital world where consumers are looking for seamless experiences, menu navigation will only become more and more important. Ensuring you have a smarter, more data-driven UX will be the key to your future e-commerce success. So how can operators of e-commerce sites build better navigation menus? Based on...

Full disclosure, my favorite leadership book of all time is The Leadership Challenge by Jim Kouzes and Barry Posner. The book is in its 6th edition, sold more than 2 million copies, and translated into 22 languages, so I am not the only one who feels this way. I was...

Textile design involves the creative and technical process of weaving thread or yarn to create decorative cloth or fabric. This cloth or fabric is then decorated by making printed or woven designs upon it. To build a successful career in textile design, it would help if you are creative, have...

What if we could redesign our lives to maximize every one of the 168 hours of the week for our families, selves, and workplaces? I thrive on solving complex problems, and overbearing constriction on how we live and work is what needs fixing now. Time is our most precious commodity...

Parties are the way to enjoy and celebrate our lives with positive energy and enthusiasm, whether it’s the birthday of your child or a celebration party for winning a competition. Parents often have to go through a lot of stress, as they want to throw the best party for their...