Fractional Leadership is Trending, But That Could Be a Risk The idea of "Executives on Demand" has become incredibly popular. Single-person consultants, staffing firms, and online marketplaces are eager to rebrand themselves as "fractional executives." But, as the...
Navigating the alphabet soup of corporate lingo can be tricky, but imagine living in a world where acronyms practically take over every conversation! In France, the sheer volume of acronyms has become more than just jargon—it’s a national pastime. But, as amusing as...
Who knew that the secret weapon behind some of Wall Street’s most successful women was...a househusband? Yep, you heard it right! While these women are scaling the peaks of corporate success, their husbands are holding down the fort at home. But there’s more to this...
As businesses tighten their belt s and seek innovative ways to thrive, an unlikely source of financial wisdom emerges—the Girl Scouts of the USA. The organization recently announced a two-step membership dues increase, sparking conversation about balancing tradition...
Kmart’s Business Adaptability It’s the end of an era. Kmart, once a staple for affordable shopping, is closing its last mainland superstore in none other than the Hamptons—a place known for luxury, not bargains. Picture this: parked outside the store were BMWs and...
Smart business growth strategy. Netflix's recent success in prioritizing profitability over subscriber growth is a prime example of how focusing on quality, not just quantity, can transform your business strategy. In a world where "growth at all costs" has been the...
Ever found yourself waiting impatiently at Starbucks, watching the barista scramble to perfect your coffee order? John Coleman, a regular, asks for eight packets of sugar and just the right amount of milk, but since Starbucks moved the milk and sugar behind the...
We’ve all had that moment: sitting at your desk, frustrated with a problem that seems unsolvable. Then, a few clicks later, ChatGPT saves the day. It's easy to think, “Thank you!” But should you? Does AI care whether we’re polite? In the AI era, this lighthearted...
They say you never forget how to ride a bike, but after a few years off, I was starting to wonder! Recently, I decided it was time to test that theory. Spoiler alert: they were right—though it’s not as easy as I remember! Much like balancing a budget, getting back on...
The Ancient Sport That Even John McEnroe Struggles With – And What It Can Teach Us About Business Have you ever heard of real tennis? No, not the one you see at the US Open, but the real real tennis – the sport that’s been around for over 800 years. It’s so old that...