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  • Perfection
    Briefings Magazine

    Perfection

    Designers devote entire careers to creating flawless products. With today's pressures, can firms afford such noble pursuits?

    Article May 30, 2025
  • Make It Rain
    Briefings Magazine

    Make It Rain

    Is weather modification poised to become big business?

    Article May 30, 2025
  • The Pandemic Anniversary
    Briefings Magazine

    The Pandemic Anniversary

    Many want to forget the horror and trauma that COVID-19 brought the world five years ago, but businesses are still learning some critical lessons.

    Article May 30, 2025
  • (Data) Center of the Universe
    Briefings Magazine

    (Data) Center of the Universe

    Stadium-sized data centers are being built at a stunning rate to support AI. But will all of them be needed?

    Article May 30, 2025
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CEO Letter

Know Thyself

Before we focus outward, it’s important to first look inward.

Article May 30, 2025

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  • ‘Rich’ Countries Sinking into Debt
    Briefings Magazine

    ‘Rich’ Countries Sinking into Debt

    High debt levels tend to slow the economy.

    Article May 30, 2025
  • The Right Agenda for Today’s Board Meeting
    Briefings Magazine

    The Right Agenda for Today’s Board Meeting

    It’s time for directors to really examine what needs to be discussed.

    Article May 30, 2025
  • Let the Hunger Games Begin
    Briefings Magazine

    Let the Hunger Games Begin

    There are simply fewer jobs and promotions to go around.

    Article May 30, 2025

Briefly On

  • Snap Decisions in Black Swan Era
    Briefings Magazine

    Snap Decisions in Black Swan Era

    Tariffs, market swings… do leaders need a new set of skills for today’s fast decision-making?

    Article May 30, 2025
  • When Workers Won’t Move Up… or Out
    Briefings Magazine

    When Workers Won’t Move Up… or Out

    Firms can go stale if there isn’t enough turnover.

    Article May 30, 2025
  • Activists: Not Your Usual Suspects
    Briefings Magazine

    Activists: Not Your Usual Suspects

    Smart firms are better at anticipating activist campaigns, large or small.

    Article May 30, 2025
  • Always Be Cutting
    Briefings Magazine

    Always Be Cutting

    Balancing budgets has become a juggling act for firms with long-term goals.

    Article May 30, 2025

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  • The Biggest Bust of the Streaming Boom
    Briefings Magazine

    The Biggest Bust of the Streaming Boom

    Quibi had a $1.75 billion war chest and two A-list founders. It failed within six months.

    Article May 30, 2025
  • From Forest to Fork to Corner Office
    Briefings Magazine

    From Forest to Fork to Corner Office

    The practice of foraging in the woods offers insights for the office.

    Article May 30, 2025
  • Road-Trip-Worthy Podcasts
    Briefings Magazine

    Road-Trip-Worthy Podcasts

    Must-listen stories for your summer adventures.

    Article May 30, 2025
  • Cary, North Carolina
    Briefings Magazine

    Cary, North Carolina

    A suburban sanctuary that attracts top minds from around the world.

    Article May 30, 2025
  • Black Swan Memories
    Briefings Magazine

    Black Swan Memories

    So-called black swan events can affect our body chemistry and thinking.

    Article May 30, 2025

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  • Stuck!
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    Stuck!

    Wars, inflation, tariffs. How businesses can still move forward.

    Magazine Mar 24, 2025
  • The Breaking Point
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    The Breaking Point

    CEOs are hired to handle pressure, but how much is too much? We look at 5 of the most daunting pressure points in today’s world—and new ways to navigate them.

    Magazine Nov 26, 2024
  • The Fuss About Trust
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    The Fuss About Trust

    Why firms and workers don't count on each other.

    Magazine Sep 27, 2024
  • Special Edition: Every 4 Years
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    Special Edition: Every 4 Years

    World-class athletes focus on a goal for four years. But facing growing pressures, can businesses even hope to think in such long terms?

    Magazine Jul 7, 2024
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