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
Resource Nationalism And Its Impact On The Global Automotive Market
Via Global Auto Industry: Despite the more sluggish global economy – in China, in Europe and in the US, we are still hearing of part shortages and material availability issues. Read More
Council Of Europe Opens First Ever Global Treaty On AI For Signature
Via Portal: The Framework Convention was signed by Andorra, Georgia, Iceland, Norway, the Republic of Moldova, San Marino, the United Kingdom as well as Israel, the United States of America and the European Union. Read More
TRIVIA QUESTION
Sri Lanka is known for a fantastic world first in government.
What was it?
The answer is featured at the end of the newsletter!
PERSONAL GROWTH
Why Personal Growth Is Important For Your Business
Via Keap: Your business can’t grow if you aren’t willing to grow with it. Here’s why personal growth is so important for your business, and how to achieve it. Read More
Data
AI Drives Demand For Data Centers; Is It A Rural Business Opportunity?
Via Telecompetitor: The NTIA and the Department of Energy want to measure the size of current data center boom related to AI and other factors. Read More
How AI Platforms Are Transforming Business Data Management
Via Forbes: One key challenge in AI implementation is fragmented data across departments, which slows decision-making and reduces the effectiveness of data use. Read More
BUSINESS DIVERSITY
Getting Over Your Fear of Talking About Diversity
Via Harvard Business Review: Learning to speak up about diversity is uncomfortable — but it’s critical for leaders who want to build inclusive workplaces. Read More
Diversity And Inclusion: Learning What We Don’t Know
Via Greater Phoenix in Business Magazine: Diversity is a social force that continues to gain momentum in the workplace as well. Corporate programs are expanding and gaining a diversity of their own as we recognize identifiable subgroups in our country’s “melting pot.” Read More
A BIT OF CULTURE:
Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan Business Culture
Via Cultural Atlas: Cultural norms and etiquette in professional settings and business meetings Read More
Arts And Crafts In Sri Lanka
Via Time Out Sri Lanka: Jewelry, masks, lacquerware and more – discover the colorful and creative arts and crafts unique to Sri Lanka. Read More
[Video] Song Of The Week:Ashanthi Ft. Kaizer Kaiz- Kukula
Via YouTube: Known simply as Ashanthi, she is a Sri Lankan rapper, singer and songwriter and the only Sri Lankan rapper signed to international labels Sony Music and Universal Music in 2006. 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
By Failing To Support Migrant Entrepreneurs, Europe Is Missing Out On Opportunities For Economic Growth
Via The Conversation: Despite some incubator programs tailored for entrepreneurs, Europe is lagging behind in areas such as language teaching. Read More
Is Flexible Working Better For Business?
Via The Week: Labour wants to end ‘culture of presenteeism’ and make hybrid working a ‘default right’ for UK employees. Read More
PM Modi Invites Global Companies To Invest In India’s Green Transition
Via BusinessLine: Prime Minister Modi invites global companies to invest in India’s green transition, calling it the best bet in the 21st century. Read More
ANSWER TO TRIVIA QUESTION
The world’s first female head of government, Sirimavo Bandaranaike, was Sri Lankan! Of course, when she was first made prime minister (in 1960) Sri Lanka was still known as Ceylon! She actually served multiple times, her last stint being fairly recently, from 1994-2000.
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