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
From Apple To Boeing, India Is Being Put To The Test As China Manufacturing Alternative
Via CNBC: Boeing’s big deal with Air India is a sign of significant efforts to move key commercial and defense manufacturing to India as its role grows relative to China. Read More
How to Lead Through a Crisis
Via Center for Creative Leadership: In times of upheaval, leaders must take action. Learn best practices for leading through crisis in this article with 5 actions to prepare and respond. Read More
TRIVIA QUESTION
What everyday food item is illegal in Singapore?
The answer is featured at the end of the newsletter!
PERSONAL GROWTH
One Of The Best Things We Can Do For Our Health
Via Medium: Health is wealth. And one of the best things we can do for our health is manage stress. Read More
Strategy
Small-Business Owners Already Have The Most Effective Tool At Their Fingertips: Their Employees
Via Business Insider: A communications manager, a CEO, and a social strategist discuss ways for small businesses to motivate their employees organic social media promotion. Read More
5 Tactical Tips To Grow Your Brand
Via Entrepreneur: Using the analogy of a bullwhip, let’s discuss how a business’s functional groups should interact to create a winning marketing structure. Read More
BUSINESS DIVERSITY
The Global Talent Pool Is Officially Open For Business
Via Forbes: Those who want to stay on the bleeding edge need to look for ways to capitalize on (rather than minimize) the remote work experience. Read More
Neurodiversity Is A Competitive Advantage
Via Harvard Business Review: Many people with neurological conditions such as autism spectrum disorder and dyslexia have extraordinary skills, including in pattern recognition, memory, and mathematics. Read More
A BIT OF CULTURE:
Singapore
Singapore Business Etiquette
Via Globig: Quick tips for navigating business culture in Singapore, a complex, fascinating, and diverse mix of cultures. Advice for networking, emailing, greeting and more. Read More
Singapore’s Art And Culture Scene Is A Love Letter To Its City
Via National Geographic: Discover the inspiration behind some of the country’s most distinguished artists. Read Here
[Video] Song Of The Week: Kotoji: Roulette In My Head
Via YouTube: Kotoji, born Anjila Lim, is a 26 year-old Singaporean who wrote, mixed, and recorded this song on her own. 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 Plans 11 Billion Sterling Business Tax Break In Budget
Via Reuters: British finance minister Jeremy Hunt will hand businesses a three-year tax break worth 11 billion pounds ($13.23 billion) by replacing the UK’s investment allowance with a temporary measure in next week’s budget, citing a government official with knowledge of the matter. Read More
Japan’s Mask Rules To End — With Some Caveats
Via The Japan Times: Even after unified mask guidance ends, each industry and sector of the country has laid out its own approach moving forward. Read More
ANSWER TO TRIVIA QUESTION
Chewing gum. It was banned in 1992, with the exception of medically prescribed gum (for dental or smoking cessation reasons), because of the amount of litter it produces in public places.
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