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How do you instill trailblazing change in a centuries-old institution? Start at the top. Harvard University is entering 2023 on a spectacular high note. In December 2022, the university announced that its 30th President will be Claudine Gay, the first Black person to hold the position and only the second …

In the past, discussions about sustainability in the drinks industry have mostly focused on the growing process. However, in recent years, there has been an increasing focus on the other end of the production process, specifically packaging. With the rising cost of transportation and fuel, finding more sustainable ways to …

In our polarized political climate, there are few topics with which people find themselves aligned. A recent surprising development has been the desire to regulate particular business sectors and practices. It seems this shift away from free markets and globalism has allowed an emboldened Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and to …

The year 2023 is the one — the year you take command of your life and live the life you want to live. The question is how do you live the life you’ve dreamed of, positively impacting the world, and leaving a legacy for the future? Every life is made …

To put it simply, “lit” can mean cool, impressive, popular, in-trend and more. Being lit by a gaslighter — now that means so much more. Gaslighting is pure manipulation and always comes from selfish reasons. The actual term comes from the 1938 British playwright Patrick Hamilton’s work “Gas Light.” You …

The cannabis industry moves quickly and seems to change daily. Yet, if we follow the trends, a few forecasts become clear. The following predictions are based on my experience working directly with operators worldwide, giving me an informed perspective on where this industry may be headed. Of course, we must …

I barely graduated college. I never took a business class. In fact, I learned virtually everything about entrepreneurship and running businesses through real-life scenarios. In spite of my unconventional background, over the past 10 years, I have co-founded three companies with one successful exit, M&A partnerships with some of the …

What price are people willing to pay for the convenience of technology? Not just the retail price but the costs of using a smartphone at the expense of environmental health? As customers demand sustainability from corporations, some wonder how tech companies can support the cause with innovative product design without …

I’d like to make a comparison after having just finished reading Steven Pressfield’s book, The War of Art. It is a guide for overcoming the internal resistance that prevents individuals from achieving their goals and realizing their full potential. The book is primarily aimed at artists, writers and other creatives, …

Creating a business plan is one of the first steps toward success as an entrepreneur. A well-crafted business plan can help you secure funding, attract customers and establish your brand. While there’s no single blueprint for creating a perfect business plan, there are some essential steps that all entrepreneurs should …