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Innovation Strategy

5 Reasons It’s Okay To Say “No”

If you are using your talents in a way that interests you for the benefit of other people, then that’s a good thing. Charities, non-profits and religions may come to you for aid, but it’s valid to refuse if your gifts to them would detract from the good work you are already doing Giving more than you […]

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Career Advice

What is Consulting?

“Consulting” is a pretty general term, and doesn’t really give you a clear idea of what consultants actually do. The Oxford dictionary indicates that “to consult” means to “seek information or advice from someone (especially an expert)”. In other words, consultants are people who provide expert advice. We are interested mainly in the consultants who provide advice […]

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Investing

The Great Reset?

This past week there has been fear circulating among founders and private investors who hold stock in certain early stage startups that have achieved sky-high valuations. Why the fear? The startups in question are privately held, meaning that the founders and early stage investors own shares in the companies, but shares have not yet been offered for sale […]