Everyone forgets the fourth “C” when they go into a new market. A client and I talked about their plans to grow into Europe over lunch a few weeks ago. As we talked about what makes a market launch important, they said, “It’s all about the company, the customers, and the competition.” I was a bit surprised and asked. “What about culture?” The client...
Reaching revenue goals, growing teams, and establishing strategic alliances are all accomplishments that we all enjoy celebrating. But what about the soft skills that keep everything from collapsing like a house of cards? These abilities, which are frequently disregarded, are the cornerstone of successful leadership. This insight led me down a rabbit hole of readings, articles, and introspection...
With my experience in strategic consulting and business development, financial modelling has been an essential tool in my professional journey. I have worked extensively in this area, I believe in continuous learning to sharpen my skills and stay updated with the best practices. I attended this refresher course over the past two days. It was a great opportunity to revisit the core principles and...
In my role as a professional in international trade and investment, I have had the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from various regions around the world, including the UK, Europe, and Southeast Asia.I have a constant interest in exploring the cultural variations in communication, work ethics, and leadership styles across various countries. Erin Meyer’s The Culture Map is a...
