518: Life's Work: Dr. Ruth Westheimer
Iconic relationship expert Dr. Ruth discusses what she’s learned over a long career. Source: Ideacast 518: Life’s Work: Dr. Ruth Westheimer
Month: March 2016
Economic Conditions Snapshot, March 2016: McKinsey Global Survey results
Executives’ optimism wanes—suggesting concern about where the economy’s heading in 2016—while their company views hold steady. A common worry is slowing growth in China, which many cite as a threat to global growth. Source: McKinsey Economic Conditions Snapshot, March 2016: McKinsey Global Survey results
Shifts in resid markets provide potential margin uplift for refiners
In the second half of 2015, the price of residual fuel oil (resid) declined markedly relative to crude. If sustained, it could result in growing margins for complex refiners. Source: McKinsey Shifts in resid markets provide potential margin uplift for refiners
Urban world: The global consumers to watch
Dramatic demographic shifts are transforming the world’s consumer landscape. Our new research finds just three groups of consumers are set to generate half of global urban consumption growth from 2015 to 2030. Source: McKinsey Urban world: The global consumers to watch
Driving success through true product excellence
Great products are the core of any company’s success. They don’t just happen: An integrated and highly collaborative approach between product development and marketing and sales is key to product excellence, from portfolio strategy to commercial launch. Source: McKinsey Driving success through true product excellence
4 Indirect Ways to Improve Your Search Rankings
I know you want it… More organic search traffic. Who doesn’t want free, high quality traffic, that comes in month after month? That’s why SEO is such a big deal and one of the main topics I focus on—here, on Quick Sprout. I believe that most marketers should be dedicating a significant portion of Read more about 4 Indirect Ways to Improve Your Search Rankings[…]
Staying one step ahead at Pixar: An interview with Ed Catmull
The cofounder of the company that created the world’s first computer-animated feature film lays out a management philosophy for keeping Pixar innovative. Source: McKinsey Staying one step ahead at Pixar: An interview with Ed Catmull
People considerations remain vital as independents navigate the downturn
Tim Dove, president and COO at Pioneer, explains how the company is adapting to challenging times and why its people are critical to its success today and moving forward. Source: McKinsey People considerations remain vital as independents navigate the downturn
Saving, scrimping, and . . . splurging? New insights into consumer behavior
Our global survey of more than 22,000 consumers highlights recent shifts in buying behaviors, which have important implications for retailers and packaged-goods companies alike. Source: McKinsey Saving, scrimping, and . . . splurging? New insights into consumer behavior
The Blueprint: The Exact Links Your Blog Needs to Have to Rank Like Quick Sprout
Serious question: Would you be happy if your blog ranked in search engines as well as Quick Sprout does? I am sure 99% of bloggers would be ecstatic. But you’d have to travel down a long road if you want to achieve that. However, I can show you what you need to do if you’re willing Read more about The Blueprint: The Exact Links Your Blog Needs to Have to Rank Like Quick Sprout[…]