Job Interviews, Feedback, and the Power of Practice
There’s a good chance you know the magical number of hours you must put in to get good—I mean, really good—at something. Malcolm Gladwell wrote about the “10,000 hour” rule…
CSR: why every company needs a joined-up approach
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is increasingly featuring in strategic planning, as companies recognize that they are well placed to take a lead role in bringing about changes for good. It’s…
Why female entrepreneurs are driving the start-up recovery
Entrepreneurs are a unique group of people – they know how to combine business acumen, determination, and an unwavering belief in a great idea. They also often avoid the traditional…
MBAs need to teach soft skills [The Guardian]
This article was originally published on December 9, 2014, in The Guardian, ‘MBAs need to teach soft skills’. MBA graduates are sought after and can command a salary premium, but…
Small businesses in London: the current situation and outlook
Small Business Saturday returned for its second year in the U.K. last week, and many business students and graduates are making plans and assessing prospects for launching their own ventures….
Jobs, growth, and future potential in the Boston biotech industry
Boston is going through an unprecedented phase of biotech growth, placing it alongside San Francisco and San Diego on the list of the leading U.S. hubs for the industry. As…