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
Building A Globally Present Company Culture
Via Forbes: Having an international presence does not automatically equate to a globally present business. Read More
Tips For Starting An International Business
Via Rebellion Research: Starting an international company is becoming increasingly popular, and you can do several things to increase your chances of success. Read More
TRIVIA QUESTION
On the Island of Gozo in Malta, there is something older than even the Egyptian pyramids. What is it?
The answer is featured at the end of the newsletter!
PERSONAL GROWTH
The Akrasia Effect: Why We Don’t Follow Through On What We Set Out To Do And What To Do About It
Via James Clear: Plus, 3 strategies to help you start beating procrastination now. Read More
Automation
Maximizing The Potential Of AI For Business
Via Wired UK: It can be tempting to take an artificial intelligence- or technology-first approach to business transformation, but human oversight is vital, not only to provide a sense-check, but to help build in accountability and expertise—and ensure consumers will actually trust the results. Read More
What Are The Top 5 Automation Trends For 2023?
Via Direct Industry News: Artificial intelligence, predictive maintenance and cobots are among them. Read More
A BIT OF CULTURE:
Malta
Maltese Business Culture
Via Cultural Atlas: Cultural norms and etiquette in professional settings and business meetings. Read More
Notte Bianca Malta – The Arts Celebration You Must Attend
Via Malta Culture: The Notte Bianca festival is a one-day event held annually every October and is one of the largest celebrations of arts and culture in Malta. Read More
[Video] Song Of The Week: The Travellers- Xemx u Xita
Via YouTube: All of the members of the band are from the island of Gozo, and have to travel by boat to visit the main island of Malta. This is why they named their band The Travellers. 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
Amazing Maps: USA And Europe
Via Amazing Maps: Sunshine duration in hours per year. USA and Europe. Read More
Hong Kong Says It’s Back Open For Business. Will The World Buy It?
Via CNN: At a glitzy finance summit in Hong Kong this week, the city’s leader triumphantly told a room packed with top Wall Street executives that the Asian hub was back in business. Read More
Energy Bill Relief Scheme Kicks In For UK Businesses
Via Edie: Government measures to combat spiraling energy costs across non-domestic sectors have now come into force, with the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) confirming that businesses could see costs slashed by more than half for the next six months. Read More
ANSWER TO TRIVIA QUESTION
On Gozo, there is a temple complex dating back to the Neolithic period- older than the pyramids, and Stonehenge! They are called The Ggantija Temples, and they got their name from the massive stones that make up their walls. The locals once thought they were built by giants!
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