DST Global Managing Partner Tom Stafford on Navigating Economic Uncertainty
In a recent interview at the Bloomberg Tech Summit, Tom Stafford of DST Global warned that by the end of 2023, thousands of companies will go out of business. Yet, despite that warning, tech companies continue to follow the venture capital business model driving them into the ground. Tom Stafford warns that to survive, today’s […]
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Top 5 Tips for Starting a Business in 2023
Starting a business can be a challenging but very rewarding journey. It requires dedication, hard work, and a lot of planning to pull off. Here are five tips from current business owners for starting a successful business this year. How To Start a Business in 2023 We talked to five business owners to get their […]
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Upgrade’s Renaud Laplanche on the Finance Industry’s Move to DTC
The shift toward direct-to-consumer fintech companies has been a game changer in the financial industry. The rise of these digital platforms has disrupted traditional brick-and-mortar institutions and given consumers easy access to affordable and accessible financial services. Consumers today want convenient, affordable and responsible financial solutions that meet their specific needs. DTC fintech companies have […]
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Kobiljonov Islomjon, a recognized entrepreneur, manager, and founder
Kobiljonov Islomjon was awarded by the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan for his dedication and contributions to the country. Islomjon has gained a reputation over his career, from his early days in management to becoming a founder and his role in the Akfa Group. He has made significant contributions to the establishment of Akfa […]
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Greg Aziz Behind Canpotex’s Large-Scale Supply Chain Enhancements
The North American supply chain facilitates efficient transport of countless industrial and consumer goods. Maintaining this increasingly complex conduit requires ongoing equipment and service investments. When companies fail to meet their commitments, equipment breakdowns, and supply chain bottlenecks can easily occur. In October 2022, Canadian firm Canpotex took bold steps to increase its supply chain’s […]
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Miki Agrawal Takes TUSHY From Startup to Industry Leading Company
Miki Agrawal, founder of TUSHY, identified an opportunity to introduce bidets to the US market, as bidets had not yet become mainstream in the United States despite their eco-friendliness and superior cleaning capabilities. Agrawal observed that Americans consume an average of 100 rolls of toilet paper per year, which translates to the felling of 15 […]
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The Role of Education in Launching Your Own Business
The US Census Bureau estimates that nearly 4.4 million businesses start every year. In 2022 this figure was the highest, with as many as 5 million business applications seen in that year. However, not all of them stick around. Research from the US Small Business Administration shows that 70% of new businesses fail in their […]
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A magical story of how a computer game Solitaire Social changed lives written by AI
We can’t always objectively assess the impact on our lives of some daily routine rituals, especially when these simple actions allow us to relax a little and have fun. In recognition of the importance of the impact of such simple actions that give us joy in the lives of many people, a book was written […]
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Understanding Salary Benchmarking In The UK
Salary benchmarking in the UK is extremely popular and very much needed for businesses and companies who are looking to treat their employees with the utmost respect that they deserve and need- especially in terms of providing them a competitive salary. Knowing why salary benchmarking in the UK is important, as well as what the […]
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How One Business Decision Led to a Design Giant
Watches and shoes are two items that rarely share design philosophy. Although Accutron, a world-renowned watch brand, and Nike Air Maxes, an American staple, do. Accutron is a brand with a rich history, starting the production of their electric watch in the 1950’s. They were early innovators, and have been important to space travel and […]
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