We all make mistakes. Sometimes these errors are minor, but other times they are grave. You need to learn how to avoid these mistakes. Launching your own business is no easy task. As someone who has helped multiple startups to get off the ground, I know this process firsthand. Things don’t always go as planned. Read more about How to Turn a Failed Startup Launch into a Success Story[…]
On Friday I posted a visualization of the connections between the ownership of American breweries, both craft and macro. I was inspired by this graphic of American food companies and leaned heavily on existing aggregations. The response was enthusiastic. Between Twitter, Facebook, and Reddit it was viewed ~150,000 times, plus being featured in a Paste Magazine article. However, Read more about Craft Beer Connections – Brewery Influence Web[…]
Most companies wait until after a merger closes to pursue procurement synergies. But time is money, and several companies have shown how to get a head start on capturing value. Source: McKinsey Get more procurement value from M&A—even before closing
Major hurricanes can cause mass casualties and catastrophic damage, and yet people never seem to be as prepared as they could be. Wharton’s Robert Meyer explains why — and what can be done about it. Source: Knowledge @ Wharton ‘It Won’t Happen to Me’: Why People Don’t Prepare for Disasters
If Philadelphia were a company, it would rank 360 on the Fortune 500. Former mayor Michael Nutter reflects on the trials and triumphs of being CEO of a big city. Source: Knowledge @ Wharton Why Being a Mayor Is the Best Job in Politics
Theresa May’s Brexit action plan won’t find favor with either the EU or her own party, and she faces tough times ahead in negotiations, say experts. Source: Knowledge @ Wharton Why the U.K. Has Few Options in the Brexit Negotiations
Following the recent U.S. ICE controversy involving the separation of children from their families, some firms are distancing themselves from the agency. Two experts discuss why companies are escalating their responses to political situations. Source: Knowledge @ Wharton Should Corporate Social Responsibility Include Political Responsibility?
Email marketing needs to be a priority for all businesses in 2018. It doesn’t matter what type of company you have or what industry you’re in. In fact, 89% of marketers named email as their primary method of lead generation. If you are putting more effort into your email marketing strategy, you’ve got the right mindset. Read more about How to Write Marketing Emails That Don’t Get Marked as Spam[…]
Cutting industry’s carbon emissions will require significant investment and coordinated effort among businesses, governments, and other stakeholders. Source: McKinsey How industry can move toward a low-carbon future
For countries that want to provide universal health coverage, defining the benefits package can be challenging. An analytical framework provides insights and action steps for emerging economies. Source: McKinsey Defining a health benefits package: More tips for emerging markets