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
The Future Is Circular: How Companies Can Prepare To Grow In A Changing World
Via Bain: By decoupling economic growth from resource consumption, circular models offer companies their best shot at continued, long-term growth. Read More
Contrasts Between Successful Marketing in The US And Singapore
Via Globig: When comparing marketing in the US with marketing in Singapore, we find that cultural norms define and influence success in each locale. Read More
The Techno-Optimist Manifesto
Via Andreesen Horowitz: We are told that technology is on the brink of ruining everything. But we are being lied to, and the truth is so much better. Marc Andreessen presents his techno-optimist vision for the future. Read More
TRIVIA QUESTION
What is a typical housewarming gift in South Korea?
The answer is featured at the end of the newsletter!
PERSONAL GROWTH
How To Deal With High Pressure Situations At Work
Via Harvard Business Review: What can you do to improve your ability to deal with pressure, or at least avoid choking under pressure in critical career moments? Read More
Sales
5 Ways Marketing And Sales Leaders Can Embrace GenAI
Via Harvard Business Review: Generative AI holds the promise of transforming marketing in all sorts of remarkable ways, but marketing leaders have been reluctant to embrace it and lag behind their peers in other fields. Read More
5 Simple Tips For A Winning Black Friday Marketing Campaign
Via National Retail Association: The countdown to Black Friday has begun – are you ready? Read More
BUSINESS DIVERSITY
Business Etiquette In South Korea – From Table Manners To Conversation
Via Planet Depos: Most business in South Korea is structured around personal, sustained relationships. Read More
The Essential Guide To Arts & Culture In Seoul
Via Google: Seoul is a city of sharp contrasts. On one hand, it takes great pride in preserving its ancient palaces, shrines, and Buddhist temples. On the other, Seoul has a cutting-edge contemporary art scene and some of the most futuristic buildings in Asia. Read More
[Video] Song Of The Week:Band Nah- 1+1
Via YouTube: Band Nah is a Korean Rock/City Pop Band considered to be one of the most avant-garde bands in recent years. 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
UK Retailers Start Selling Christmas Earlier Than Ever
Via Barclays: Nearly half of UK corporate retailers opted to display festive themed goods earlier in the year, with some even displaying goods as early as June. Read More
Europe Has A Secret Weapon To Beat Big Tech On GenAI
Via Sifted: [A] Finnish company has today released a new language model that comes with a couple of promising signs for European AI. Read More
Japan’s Economy Sinks Into Contraction As Spending, Investment Decline
Via ABC News: Japan has reported that its economy contracted at a 2.1% annual pace in July-September as consumption and investment weakened. Read More
ANSWER TO TRIVIA QUESTION
Toilet paper! South Koreans believe that cleaning supplies will bring the new home owner good luck and fortune. Detergent is another popular gift.
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