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Marketing is shifting from campaigns to continuous growthMcKinsey described five areas reshaping marketing: continuous insights, content creation, personalization, commerce through AI assistants and orchestration of the whole process. Most companies,…
Want to be more successful in sales? Use these three simple psychological tricksAs we have mentioned in many previous articles, although business decisions may appear to be based primarily on rational thinking, the reality is that a large portion of decision making occurs on a…
Electricity is starting to slow AI data center growthOn June 29, 2026, Accenture warned that AI demand for compute is pushing data centers beyond the limits of today’s grids. The pace is no longer set only by chips and capital, but by connections,…
The Pareto principle: What it is and how you can use it when leading a teamThe Pareto Principle, also known as the 80/20 rule, states that 20 percent of activities or clients generate approximately 80 percent of success, revenue, or results. This principle can be applied to…
Three characteristics of teams successful in the long runEvery manager should be interested in understanding what separates successful teams from unsuccessful ones. What do long term successful teams have in common? Why are some teams able to achieve…
How (and why) to communicate with subordinates about problems and uncomfortable topicsNot all subordinates always confide in their managers about what is troubling them. Many topics and problems remain unspoken. Uncertainty, dissatisfaction with working conditions, internal conflicts,…
Tips on using body language in managerial communicationLeading people and building trust between a manager and team members is primarily a matter of effective and transparent communication. Since the vast majority of communication takes place on a…
McKinsey warns that people, not models, slow enterprise AITwo McKinsey partners argued that scaling AI is not just a matter of buying tools. Companies must change roles, learning and managerial responsibility. Otherwise they will remain stuck with…
When to "break up" with a customer: Five reasons to end cooperation with a clientExisting clients are often an excellent source of referrals and additional sales within the framework of a long term business relationship. Sometimes, however, there are clients who simply are not…
European retail sees up to €320 billion in AI valueIn a report published on June 10, 2026, McKinsey and EuroCommerce estimate that AI could create €240 billion to €320 billion in value for European retail over five years. The main problem is not the…
For inspiration and reflection: Eight quotes about leadershipAre you lacking inspiration? Would you like to reflect on the words of famous individuals and find motivation for your own practice? Here are eight inspiring quotes about leadership from renowned…
Biggest Ever US Clean Energy Project Completed After Nearly Two DecadesThe largest clean energy infrastructure project ever completed in the United States has become fully operational after nearly two decades of development. Pattern Energy Group announced that the $11…
The AI boom is turning into a company-formation boomExponential View argued that companies spending most on AI are, according to Ramp data, growing five times faster than the economy. Azeem Azhar also notes that AI lowers the cost of cognitive work and…
Tips on how to create a sense of urgency in a clientA sense of urgency on the client's side is a powerful motivator for closing a deal. If a customer fears that they might miss out on a limited product being offered, or that they will incur a loss if…
The most common reasons why people fail in management positionsLong term success in leadership requires self reflection, self confidence, and above all a willingness to continuously improve. Unfortunately, many managers fail to realise that being a truly…
