GLOBIG GLOBAL GROWTH NEWSLETTER
The ways to grow locally and globally are constantly changing, with new opportunities and challenges every day. Stay in the know – we’re here to help. Enjoy Globig’s weekly curation of news and insights on how to build velocity and grow your business, locally and globally. Let us know if you have any feedback for us at editor@globig.co.
GLOBAL GROWTH
Interest Rates Rise Around The World, As War And High Inflation Grind On
Via The New York Times: Nearly four dozen countries have raised interest rates this year in a bid to contain the most rapid inflation in decades. Read More
How Companies Should Invest In A Downturn
Via Harvard Business Review: With declines in tech and retail stock prices, rising inflation and interest rates, and persistent supply chain issues, so far, 2022 is turning out to be gloomier than anyone’s expectations about a Covid-recovery economy. How should companies respond to these economic developments? Read More
TRIVIA QUESTION
What famous toy was invented by a Dane?
The answer is featured at the end of the newsletter!
PERSONAL GROWTH
Leaders, Are You Sure People Trust You?
Via Forbes: In complex work environments where thousands of decisions are made daily, where risk feels high and variables within choices seem endless, trust is the only antidote to keep things moving. You can’t merely presume people trust you because you intend to be trustworthy. Here’s how to ensure you are. Read More
Sales
Tips To Take Your Business Pitch To The Next Level
Via Boss Magazine: As an entrepreneur, you know your success depends on your ability to pitch your business ideas effectively. A well-constructed pitch is essential. Read More
Five Tips For Boosting Customer Trust With Value Realization
Via Fast Company: By delivering value and fulfilling your commitments, you have the power to build trust. But it’s not something that happens in a singular moment. It’s a process that spans the full customer journey. Read More
A BIT OF CULTURE:
Denmark
Business Etiquette In Denmark: The Rules
Via European Business: You want to do business in Denmark? Then you should familiarize yourself with the Danish way of doing things! Read More
11 Weird Traditions That Only Make Sense To Danes
Via Visit Denmark: These traditions only make sense as long as we don’t have to explain the reasoning behind them… Read More
[Video] Song Of The Week: Falcon Eye by Off Bloom
Via YouTube: Off Bloom is inspired by the Glasgow electronic scene and Krautrock. Watch Here
You Can Also Check Out Previously Featured Artists In Our Playlists on Spotify and YouTube!
AROUND THE GLOBE
Asia, EU & The UK, North America
Got A Complaint? Japan’s Business Owners Want You To Say It, Not Spray It.
Via The Japan Times: Japanese firms are struggling to deal with increasingly unreasonable demands from customers. Read More
Europe’s Summer Travel Chaos
Via Reuters: Strikes and staff shortages are forcing airlines to cancel thousands of flights and causing hours-long queues at major airports, dashing hopes of a sizzling first summer after COVID lockdowns. Read More
ANSWER TO TRIVIA QUESTION
Lego! Invented by the Dane, Ole Kirk Christiansen, Lego is a source of pride to the Danish, especially now that the company is perfecting producing recycled plastic blocks. The trees and leaves that they produce are already made from a sugarcane plastic material.
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