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Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin The world is changing and so is business. Gone are the days when companies could get away with irresponsible behavior for profit’s sake. Consumers, governments and competitors are measuring success by new metrics, metrics that consider financial as well as environmental and social impacts. In the new business landscapes, companies that Lead With We gain a competitive advantage A brand doing an incredible job redefining progress is Allbirds. The radically sustainable footwear-maker is building a community dedicated to combating climate change. By leveraging business for good, Allbirds builds consumer goodwill, unlikely partnerships and is scaling business globally. I had the opportunity to speak with Tim Brown, New Zealand professional soccer player-com-co-founder of Allbirds, about how he drives growth through purpose. ___________________________________________________________ Simon Mainwaring: Give us the … [Read more...] about Purpose At Work: How Allbirds Is Redefining Progress

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin By Shamil Shamilov, managing partner at dNOVO Group . While most industries moved online in keeping with evolving technology, the legal industry held strong to traditional marketing methods. However, all that changed with the pandemic, and law firms globally were forced to transition into the digital age. Law practices today grudgingly accept that their clients are online, and that is where they are searching for legal services. So that’s where they need to be, too. And while it is important to establish an online presence, skimping on marketing to save money or time is not a smart idea. Some firms might be tempted to use prepackaged social media solutions. For example, an agency offering “10 blogs/month” or “100 tweets/month” seems appealing at first glance. However, in a rush to provide volume, such agencies often create low-quality content that does not live up to Google’s constantly changing search … [Read more...] about Digital Marketing For Lawyers: Where To Spend Your Budget

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff has been speaking to the struggles of the times for more than half a century. In songs like "Many Rivers To Cross," "The Harder They Come,""You Can Get It If You Really Want" and his cover of "I Can See Clearly Now." Cliff once again delivers his passion, wisdom, empathy and thoughtfulness on his stunning new collection, Refugees . The album, just released this past Friday (August 12), is vintage Cliff, varying from simple pop, "My Love Song," to social consciousness on the title track, which features Wyclef Jean. The album's centerpiece though, both musically and in heart, is the brilliant "Bridges," a song whose profound beauty and depth are reminiscent of "Many Rivers To Cross," which is one of the greatest songs ever. Among the artists who've covered "Many Rivers To Cross" are John Lennon, Annie Lennox, Linda Ronstadt, Elvis Costello, Joe Cocker and more. In "Bridges" he has written … [Read more...] about Sunday Conversation: Jimmy Cliff On His Stunning New Album, Bob Marley And Uplifting People

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Negotiating your salary—especially when you haven’t officially gotten the job—can be a frightening prospect. Obstacles like imposter syndrome or inexperience can make you feel as though you should just accept the company’s original offer and move on, but it’s important to know your worth and to advocate for yourself if you believe you deserve a higher salary. However, even if you build up the confidence to negotiate, knowing exactly what to say—or what not to say—is yet another obstacle to overcome. To help, 10 members of Young Entrepreneur Council each share one thing you should never do if you want to successfully negotiate your salary, and why doing them might hurt your efforts from the start. 1. Hint That You're Still Shopping Around While hiring managers are open to salary negotiations, they ultimately want candidates who want to work at the company. If an applicant shows that they lack interest, enthusiasm … [Read more...] about 10 Things You Should Never Do When Negotiating Your Salary In An Interview

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin 23/06 Update below. This post was originally published on June 21 It hasn’t been the best of months for Chrome with problems on macOS and Windows . But now Google has announced a potentially game changing reason for millions of users to quit Windows for Chrome OS. MORE FROM FORBES Google's New Tab Groups Reinvigorate Chrome Browser By Gordon Kelly In a new blog post titled ‘The future of computing showed up early’, Google Chrome OS vice president John Solomon has revealed that native Windows apps - including Microsoft Office - will soon run on Chromebooks. This will be true local support that will work offline, giving users the opportunity to ditch Windows and move to Google’s super fast, super secure operating system. 06/24 Update: the war between operating systems is growing. Following Google's decision to integrate support for Windows apps on Chrome OS (more below), now Apple has … [Read more...] about Google Reveals Windows 10 Apps Are Coming To Chrome OS

Bea Alonzo As mentioned in our article yesterday about GMA Network’s Thanksgiving Gala, there were as many of its stars as its movers and shakers. Adding superstar luster to the party at Shangri-La The Fort were “new recruits” Bea Alonzo and erstwhile screen partner John Lloyd Cruz. So, what can we expect from the company in the coming seasons? To tap into the evening’s celebratory mood, we asked some top executives from different departments to take stock of the network’s triumphs over the past 72 years as they move forward with plans and innovations to further future-proof GMA’s successful brand. Indeed, the upcoming seasons look exciting for drama aficionados raring for new concepts and story ideas. Lilybeth G. Rasonable, senior vice president for Entertainment Group, told us that GMA’s Drama Department has always pushed the boundaries of the teleserye format and continues to do so. “Our creative culture, allowing our talents to play their strengths and sensibilities, … [Read more...] about Weighing in on GMA Network’s triumphs and upcoming projects

THE WORK ITSELF IS THE REWARD Summa cum laude graduates Esteban Chua Jr. (third from left) of the University of the East-Manila and Joseph Lawrence Celeste of the University of the Philippines-Diliman lead the latest roster of scholars supported by the Metrobank Foundation. —PHOTO COURTESY OF METROBANK FOUNDATION With both his parents having hearing disabilities and two sisters giving up schooling on his behalf, Esteban Chua Jr., 22, had every reason to do his best in his studies. “I know what my family has been through and it wasn’t easy. They managed to handle it so I must too,” Chua told the Inquirer, recalling the many times he wanted to give up because of the challenges he faced as a student at the College of Education of the University of the East. But he prevailed, and graduated last month with the highest Latin honor as he completed his bachelor’s degree in secondary education majoring in English.Chua is one of two summa cum laude graduates and among the 67 recipients of … [Read more...] about 2 summa cum laude graduates lead Metrobank scholars