Okt 27, 2016 | New Developments
Business interests are competing with culture in Japan like two powerful forces in a boxing ring. In one corner stands Japan’s near-future shortage of “people power” in the workplace. In the opposing corner, the traditional gender roles of Japanese culture offer a...
Feb 25, 2015 | New Developments
In talking with author and educator Joseph Shaules, he met each question with extended moments of silence as he pondered his response. When asked about these pauses, he chuckled and admitted that recently in Germany a seminar attendee said, “I can tell you live in...
Jun 6, 2014 | Projects with Customers
Writer, inventor and politician, Benjamin Franklin, is credited with having first said: “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” In an organizational context, the business savvy decision-maker may interpret this lesson to mean that people must be prepared...
Mrz 28, 2014 | Field Reports
In pursuit of the opportunities of globalized business, many countries want to become a part of the trend to varying degrees. This article is an overview of some structural challenges and opportunities to unlock business opportunities in Southeast Asia. Content for...