Whenever we face challenges in our personal or professional lives, we tend to reach out to family and friends for advice. While they are integral to our lives, they may not provide the most appropriate advice. This is where life coaches step in. A life coach is someone who professionally...

My grandfather Elmer, a hardworking farmer in rural Iowa, would say one of two things to me every time I left his house. “Don’t take no wooden nickels” or “Don’t get stuck in the mud.” Two sage pieces of advice from a man who raised a beautiful family while working...

No matter how great its product or service, a company cannot thrive without good leadership. By the same token, a floundering company can be revived and made whole – even excellent! – by good leadership. So, what makes for a good leader? Here’s what it’s not: leading is not about...

Cricket is one of the most beloved and widely-played sports in the world. This fascinating game has a rich history dating back centuries and has become a cultural phenomenon in many countries. It is considered a gentleman's sport for players with elegance and precision. With its popularity come fame and...

For many people, the morning starts with coffee, soda, tea, or an energy drink. It’s an attempt to boost energy, mood, and alertness — to sharpen your mind for the day. You may feel like that caffeine buzz is boosting your brainpower. But there’s a downside.  Caffeine is not an...

CEOs need to know…  The business world is undoubtedly dynamic, and decision-making requires the highest degree of skills, knowledge, and attitude on the part of business leaders. The hospitality industry is fragmented, with fierce competition among hospitality establishments. Hospitality leaders have the daunting task of operating the organizations in the...

As of March 6, 2023, Georg Stumpf was the wealthiest person in Austria, with an estimated net worth of 7.9 billion U.S. dollars, followed by Helmut Sohmen (No. 2, $5.7 billion),  Rene Benko (No. 3, $5.2 billion); and Johann Graf (No. 4, $4.8 billion). Wolfgang Leitner is the fifth-richest person in Austria, with a...

As of March 6, 2023, Jorge Paulo Lemann was the wealthiest person in Brazil, with an estimated net worth of 15.9 billion U.S. dollars, followed by Marcel Herrmann Telles (No. 2, $10.7 billion), Eduardo Saverin (No. 3, $10.5 billion); and Carlos Alberto Sicupira (No. 4, $8.7 billion). Safra Siblings are the...

As of March 6, 2023, David Thomson was the wealthiest person in Canada, with an estimated net worth of 54.9 billion U.S. dollars, followed by Jim Pattison  (No. 2, $10.9 billion), David Cheriton (No. 3, $9.4 billion); and Anthony Von Mandl  (No. 4, $8.7 billion). Joseph Tsai is the fifth-richest person in Canada,...