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 bi-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
Global Growth Will Be Weak In 2023 Before Rebounding Next Year: IMF
Via UN News: The global economy is set to slow down this year before bouncing back in 2024, a senior official with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said, citing China’s sudden re-opening following the end of its “zero-COVID” policy, and a mild winter, in Europe as factors. Read More
11 Similarities Between Customer Success And Marketing Best Practices And How To Optimize Both For Your Business
Via Globig: It’s no secret that customer success and marketing have a symbiotic relationship. While they both have different objectives and job descriptions, the two teams have a similar goal of optimizing the customer’s experience and building long-term relationships. Read More
TRIVIA QUESTION
Who was Wangari Muta Maathai and what is she known for?
The answer is featured at the end of the newsletter!
PERSONAL GROWTH
The Interpersonal Skills You Need at Work (And How to Grow Them Today)
Via Shape: If the word “interpersonal” makes the introverted inside of you cringe, fear not. We are diving into why interpersonal skills are so important—and how to nurture and grow this soft skill. Read More
Global Marketing
How To Adjust Your Marketing To Survive A Recession
Via Entrepreneur: Here are five tips to ensure your company stays afloat during a recession. Read More
5 AI-Powered Tactics For Navigating The Recession
Via People Matters: Companies can unlock the power of AI to navigate market challenges and drive productivity accuracy and growth while reducing costs. Read More
BUSINESS DIVERSITY
Temple Grandin Wants All Types of Minds To Contribute To Society
Via The Wall Street Journal: The autism advocate believes diagnostic labels shouldn’t stop young people from cultivating their talents. Read More
How to Succeed In Business With ADHD
Via ADDitude: Entrepreneurs and business leaders with ADHD are among the most creative and resourceful. Here, five top executives share how they transformed a deficit into an asset to their careers. Read More
A BIT OF CULTURE:
Kenya
Kenyan Business Culture
Via Cultural Atlas: Cultural norms and etiquette in professional settings and business meetings in Kenya. Read More
[Video] A Journey Through Kenya by Musa Omusi
Via YouTube: Introducing a journey through Kenya, its past, present and future. Watch Here
[Video] Song Of The Week: Femi One: Pewa
Via YouTube: Wanjiku Kimani, known professionally as Femi One, is a Kenyan musician who got her big break in 2020 after teaming up with the singer Mejja for her song Utawezana. 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
Japan’s Staff Cafeterias Becoming More Than Just Places To Eat Amid Office Return
Via The Japan Times: Companies are re-imagining the canteen as a space where employees can work, eat healthier food and deepen in-house communication. Read More
Europe Shows Slight Economic Growth In Final Quarter Of 2022
Via PBS: Europe’s economy scraped out meager gains at the end of last year as galloping inflation fed by high energy prices and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine deterred people from spending in shops and restaurants. Read More
ANSWER TO TRIVIA QUESTION
Wangari Muta Maathai was a Kenyan environmental, social, and political activist, and the first women ever to win a nobel peace prize- quite the accomplishment! She won the award in 2004 for her contribution to sustainable development, peace and democracy.
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