It was a few years back that a group of unknown financiers purchased a 200 square kilometer land situated between Napa Valley, Sacramento and San Francisco for a colossal $800 million. The purpose of the purchase was to construct an independent, pedestrian-friendly metropolis where inhabitants could both live and work....

As urban populations continue to swell and technologies accelerate, the development of smart cities will be crucial for supporting sustainable growth well into the future. To thrive in these dynamic urban environments, tomorrow’s generations must cultivate innovative mindsets and skill sets to tackle evolving challenges. STEM-based education holds excellent potential...

Companies Focusing on Workplace Civility as a Differentiator. Like many large companies, my Fortune 100 client annually selects a group of graduate students from the country’s elite universities for a summer program that culminates in job offers for the cream of the crop. In recent years, however, program leadership has...

Habits silently shape our lives, influencing our daily actions and, ultimately, determining our destinies. Remarkably, approximately sixty percent of our daily activities are not conscious choices but rather the outcomes of ingrained habits working behind the scenes. These routines, whether positive or negative, define us, impact our outcomes, and serve...

The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally altered the nature of work, compelling companies to adapt to remote and hybrid models. As organizations look to the future, leaders are grappling with how to adapt their workplaces and cultures to this new reality. To provide a more nuanced understanding, I interviewed three HR...

In a world often marked by geopolitical tensions and military conflicts, the concept of countries without a standing military force might appear unusual, even vulnerable. However, many nations have adopted a non-military approach to national defense, relying on alternative means and international alliances to safeguard their sovereignty. This intriguing phenomenon...

As of September 11, 2023, Renata Kellnerova was the wealthiest person in the Czech Republic, with an estimated net worth of 16.4 billion U.S. dollars, followed by Daniel Kretinsky (No. 2, $9.2 billion), Karel Komarek (No. 3, $8.1 billion); and Pavel Tykac (No. 4, $7.8 billion). Radovan Vitek is the fifth-richest person in...

As of September 11, 2023, Elon Musk has a net worth of US$251.3 billion, making him the wealthiest person in the automotive industry. Zeng Robin follows in second place with $31.3 billion, while Stefan Quandt ranks third with $24.2 billion, and Susanne Klatten comes in fourth with $23.3 billion. The...

As of September 11, 2023, Diane Hendricks has a net worth of US$19.3 billion, making him the wealthiest person in the construction and engineering industry. Nassef Sawiris follows in second place with $7.1 billion, while Anthony Bamford ranks third with $6.5 billion, and Thomas Schmidheiny comes in fourth with $5.8...