By Charlie Chanaratsopon As internet resources make becoming our own boss easier, society is witnessing an incredible shift: Entrepreneurship is becoming more viable for more people in more forms. Whether as freelancers or small-business owners, more than ever, people want a stake in their work. As a result, the self-starter skills we see in entrepreneurs…
Virgin Atlantic Gets Another Cash Injection Through Pandemic
LONDON—Virgin Atlantic has received 400 million pounds ($530 million) of new funding from its shareholders to help the airline ride out the coronavirus pandemic. In a statement Monday, the company said its shareholders, Richard Branson’s Virgin Group and Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines, will provide the money in line with their stakes. Virgin Group owns 51%…
Warnings on CCP China Investments Highlights Other Risk in State Pensions
December 14, 2021
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Commentary Bryan Jung wrote recently in these pages about a Consumers’ Research warning that investment fund BlackRock’s investments in CCP China could have a deleterious effect on investors’ portfolios. William Hild, the executive director of Consumers’ Research, had also sent a letter to 10 of the nation’s governors warning that their public employee pension funds placed with…
Hiring vs. Outsourcing: How to Recognize the Right Moment to Add Talent to Your Team
By Vitaly Alexandrov One of the many problems startups typically face is a staff shortage. To remedy this, founders can either hire a team or outsource to fill the gaps. While over 300,000 jobs are outsourced annually in the United States, small businesses are 66 percent less likely to outsource than large corporations. There are…
How Incorporating Mindfulness Into My Morning Routine Has Made Me a Better Entrepreneur
By Mauricio Umansky When speaking with fellow entrepreneurs about how to build a successful career, one of the first things I mention is the importance of mindfulness in your daily life. Being mindful, intentional, and present can help set you up for success for every role you have in life—be it a parent, wife, husband,…
7 Tips for Successful International Business Travel
By Anna Johansson No matter how much experience you have with international travel, venturing to a foreign country can be stressful. If you’re attending an important professional conference, you might be even more nervous about your upcoming journey. Fortunately, whether you’re intending to stay for only a couple of days or you’re turning this into…
Start Your 2022 Marketing and Advertising Planning Today
By Jessica Wong The past two years have shaken up businesses across all industries. They have also changed the way owners and marketing professionals plan their strategies and activities for the year ahead. As 2022 promises to be a post-pandemic year, marketers need to get ready now for a fast-changing environment. Successful marketing and advertising…
What to Schedule When Returning Home for the Holidays
The holiday season is a time reserved for family. However, responsibilities don’t all disappear during this time, and you might not want to spend all month with your in-laws. Scheduling your time can help you find the perfect balance. Whether it’s Christmastime, Thanksgiving, or even a family Easter gathering, you can make the best use…
Making Companies ‘Pay Their Fair Share’
Commentary Dozens of big corporations, including Nike and FedEx, have paid no federal income taxes for years, which is prompting Democrats to introduce a minimum tax on earnings. While the concept is alluring to many, tax policy experts are increasingly warning of the undesirable outcomes of the proposal. President Joe Biden’s nearly $2 trillion social and…
DiDi’s US Departure Will Accelerate Decoupling
Chinese ride-hailing company DiDi’s announced delisting from the New York Stock Exchange effectively ends the Chinese technology industry’s parade of public offerings in the United States. DiDi’s run as a listed company has been tumultuous. Its stock has lost nearly 50 percent of its value since its initial public offering (IPO) six months ago. While…
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