China is a market of one billion consumers becoming ever most prosperous. We have to access that market. It’s where much of our future growth will come from. To access the market, we have been willing to do what it takes – embark on joint ventures, share intellectual property –...

There was a collective groan when the airline check-in person announced our flight would be delayed. Travel-weary passengers shook our heads and hoped for the best but became increasingly dispirited as a second and third delay were declared. I’d just spent some quality time visiting my mom who lives nearly...

Considering a move back to the US after living abroad? This expert guide can assist in making the transition as smooth and stress-free as possible. From locating the ideal home to constructing a support network, you will find all the necessary tips and tricks to thrive in your new location....

Are you a business owner looking for a way to streamline your operations? Do you need an efficient and reliable system to manage your finances, inventory, customer relations, and more? If so, then ERP systems are the perfect solution.  What is an ERP System? An enterprise resource planning (ERP) system...

LinkedIn is a great way to build your professional network. You can meet people with similar interests and talk about projects or industry news. You can even attend networking events and exchange tips. Creating a quality professional network on LinkedIn requires some balance. When connecting with people, remember to be...

Company leaders have been resigning in increased numbers. In the past few months, we’ve seen CEOs step down from Stitch Fix, Victoria’s Secret, DSW, North Face, Slack, AMC, and Vodafone, among others. Departures often stir up speculation, and in the absence of clear communication, it can be easy for people...

In a recent conversation with Jacki Kelley, CEO of Dentsu, Julie Roehm explored the impact that professional challenges can have on building a career in marketing while also struggling with work-life balance. Kelley opened up about her background and history working in a variety of agency settings.Through the exchange of...

The impressive return of travel and tourism has sent consumers on a spending frenzy, as they took to the skies in droves after enduring close to two years of pandemic-related lockdowns and border closures.  During the summer of 2022, which was later dubbed the summer of travel chaos due to...

“Where’s Batman?”  Growing up, thanks to being named “Robin,” cheeky boys would inevitably ask me that question. Though I’m not that Robin, I do possess a superpower–strategic creativity. And I’m willing to share it with you. People tout the power of creativity but there’s a rub. Artists have the luxury...