Steps to Build the Psychological Safety That High-Performing Teams Need

Perks like remote work or unlimited vacation time might be nice, but when it comes to true fulfilment in a post-pandemic workscape, psychological safety is essential. Harvard Business School Professor Amy C. Edmondson coined the term “team psychological safety” in the 1990s to describe work environments where candor is expected…

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Is Inexperience an unexpected virtue?

What do a flight simulator product manager, an advertising agency brand manager, a paralegal, and a bunch of undergraduate students have in common? All are founders of disruptive startups that are transforming the financial services industry. And all of them founded these startups with precisely ZERO years of experience in financial…

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The three challenges of AI regulation

The drumbeat of artificial intelligence corporate chieftains calling for government regulation of their activities is mounting: Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, told the Senate Judiciary Committee on May 16 there was a need for “a new agency that licenses any effort above a certain scale of capabilities and could take…

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11 Strategies to Level up Your Sales Game

When you’re trying to close deals, it’s easy to let ambition take the wheel. The best sellers, however, focus on using the right sales tactics to bring in more accounts.

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Become more effective for more efficient finance and HR functions

Even under the best of circumstances, leaders of corporate functions face enormous cost constraints. Tougher times only raise the pressure to make functions as efficient and effective as is humanly possible. What makes the job even harder is the widespread belief that efficiency and effectiveness counterbalance each other: focusing on…

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New Cloud ESG data and reporting capabilities for Sustainability

It’s been a year of many advances for Microsoft Cloud for Sustainability. Now, with the expected onset of new environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting regulations, including those coming from the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), we’re announcing powerful new capabilities to help organizations collect and manage more…

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Yes, New York State Published a Model Lactation Policy

Seyfarth Synopsis: Effective June 7, 2023, New York State employers are required to comply with expanded obligations under recent amendments to New York Labor Law § 206-c, including the provision of a designated pumping location and the adoption of a lactation policy. The New York Department of Labor issued model…

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Overcoming Challenges to Business Growth in Emerging Markets

A global leader in the consumer products industry enlisted Clarkston to create a three-year strategic roadmap with actionable initiatives to address key challenges in its export business and prepare for future growth. The CP company experienced tremendous growth in the past several years, but as revenue increased, the company has…

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Exploring the use of ChatGPT by Damages Experts

ChatGPT: Revolutionary tool or dangerous shortcut? Anna Kelly - Senior Consultant - annakelly@hka.com We asked ChatGPT, an advanced artificial intelligence (AI) language model developed by OpenAI, to write an article on the use of ChatGPT by damages expert witnesses. The result was 650 words of coherent and contextually relevant text produced in…

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Sustainable packaging: a critical part of your green credentials

Packaging is the window to the product. It shapes buying decisions and provides vital information. It protects the product, ensuring happy customers, and minimising returns and waste. Perhaps most importantly in the current age, the choice of packaging shows a company’s commitment to sustainability. By: Maryem Sahnoun  In recent years,…

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Recapping Work/23: The Big Shift

Download the Event Summary Download (PDF) The pandemic irrevocably changed the how, why, and where of work. At Work/23: The Big Shift, a half-day summit held May 4, 2023, MIT Sloan Management Review brought together company executives and academic experts in talent management, hybrid work, employee well-being, and workplace culture. Together, they explained how organizations […]

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Filing Annual Returns and Financial Statements is Important for Your Company

Filing annual returns and financial statements is a crucial aspect of running a successful business. It provides transparency to stakeholders, ensures compliance with legal requirements, and helps maintain the company’s reputation. In this post, we will explore the importance of filing all annual returns and financial statements is important for your company in Ghana, as … Why Filing All Annual Returns and Financial Statements is Important for Your Company Read More » The post Why Filing All Annual Returns and Financial Statements is Important for Your Company appeared first on Acheampong & Associates.

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Financial tightening, disinflation and recessionary risks

Investment is a journey, we believe an active multi-asset approach to investment provides the optimal approach to accessing global investment opportunities and navigating challenges with the support of leading investment specialists. As we look ahead, we see opportunities, as headwinds, such as higher inflation, faced through 2022 are receding. Strong…

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Ongoing Russian cyberattacks target Ukraine

Microsoft threat intelligence teams have been tracking a wave of cyberattacks from an actor we call Cadet Blizzard that is associated with the Russian GRU. These attacks, which began in February 2023, targeted government agencies and IT service providers in Ukraine. We can also now attribute to Cadet Blizzard the…

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Tropical butterflies’ wings could help them withstand climate change

In fact, tropical species’ ability to keep cool at higher air temperatures means they are more able to “thermoregulate” and keep a balanced body temperature compared to their evolutionary cousins in milder climates. Scientists say that the strategies of butterflies from Central America to stay cool mean they could actually…

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Shell directors not liable in U.K. for climate change policies

To add to climate change litigation in recent past years, the United Kingdom High Court has now dismissed an environmental organization’s derivative action against the board of directors of Shell plc (Shell). In ClientEarth v. Shell plc and others [2023] EWHC 1137 (Ch) , the High Court found that the…

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How Long Does It Take To Get A Residence Permit In Ghana?

A residence permit is a proof of a foreigner’s legal residence status, indicating that they have the necessary documentation to live and work in Ghana. Failure to obtain a residence permit can lead to legal trouble, including deportation and denial of re-entry into Ghana in the future.  One of the most pressing questions for individuals … How Long Does It Take To Get A Residence Permit In Ghana? Read More » The post How Long Does It Take To Get A Residence Permit In Ghana? appeared first on Acheampong & Associates.

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Apple’s Racial Equity and Justice Initiative surpasses $200m investments

Apple’s Racial Equity and Justice Initiative surpasses $200 million in investments, doubling initial 2020 Commitment Apple is investing an additional $25 million in venture capital to expand support for minority businesses and address systemic barriers to funding access CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA Apple today announced its Racial Equity and Justice Initiative (REJI), a…

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Samsung Unveils Wall for Virtual Production

Samsung Electronics today announced its new digital signage lineup at InfoComm 2023, North America’s largest audiovisual trade show, taking place in Orlando, Florida from June 14 to 16. “Technology is a vital part of any business, and the innovative signage lineup we’re showcasing at InfoComm empowers businesses across industries to…

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How to drive US investment to Africa

When it was established during the Obama administration, the President’s Advisory Council on Doing Business in Africa—or its acronym PAC-DBIA—was an important initiative, and it still is highly relevant. After all, the body was charged with providing recommendations to the president of the United States through the secretary of commerce on how to increase the…       

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Employee Advocacy can increase 10x Your Company’s Reach on Social Media

If you’re not running an employee advocacy program, you could be missing out on a lot of potential reach. Why? Your employees are one of your biggest untapped marketing resources. They are the influencers and brand ambassadors who have been under your nose all along. Sure, your employees are probably…

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Improving Retail Allocation with Analytics

Increasing supply chain pressures are forcing retailers to reconsider each portion of their inventory strategy. They are trying to find the best way to get the right product to the right location at the right time. Modern omnichannel customer experiences add complexity to this. Enabling store order fulfilment (ship-from-store) or…

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Enhancing ESG with robust cyber security

This month’s newsletter explores the evolving landscape of cybersecurity within the realm of environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and discusses why it is crucial for organisations to prioritise cyber security as an integral part of their ESG strategies. By JJ Gericke, Senior Manager, ThreeTwoFour We discuss why cyber security is…

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Cambridge academics join £31 million consortium to develop trustworthy and secure AI

The announcement was made by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), which, as part of London Tech Week, today unveiled a suite of AI investments that will bring academic and industry partners together. Identified by the Government as a critical technology as set out in the UK Science and Technology Framework,…

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The Power of Simplicity – Innovators Who bring SmartThings Station to Life

As we approach the cusp of a smart living revolution, a few challenges prevent our leap toward a truly harmonious and fluid experience. Smart home appliances continue to surge in popularity, escalating the demand for a digital home hub — a gateway bridging diverse IoT (Internet of Things) devices with…

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What, me Worry about AI?

Call me shortsighted, but I am not losing sleep over the prospect of a supercharged AI gaining consciousness and waging war on humans. What does keep me up at night is that humans are already wielding the power of artificial intelligence to control, exploit, discriminate against, misinform, and manipulate other…

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Talking with Forage’s CEO Ofek Lavian

The payments start-up Forage applies disruptive technology to the social sector, bringing digital payments to the distribution of government benefits in the United States. In this episode of Talking Banking Matters, we hear from Forage’s co-founder and CEO, Ofek Lavian, about why he chose to tackle what used to be known…

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Can we live in a World Without Advertising Cookies?

As privacy and security remain a top priority, major platforms like Google are working to phase out advertising cookies as soon as the end of 2024. This is great news for data protection, but what does it mean for digital marketers? In this series, we’ll discuss the impact a cookieless…

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