India’s new unicorns
The world’s largest democracy is becoming a seedbed for billion-dollar startups.
Turn your passion into an innovative business
One golf enthusiast’s story shows how curiosity and innovative thinking can uncover demand for something unique.September 26, 2019 by George E.L. BarbeeChina’s herd of unicorns
About 200 Chinese startups have valuations of $1 billion or more, and many are preparing to go global.August 1, 2019 by Jianbin Gao and Yuqing GuoRelated tags: baidu, company growth, emerging markets, innovative companies, shareholder activist, startups, venture capitalMuddling Through
Scott Belsky’s new book offers inspiration to leaders slogging through the life span of a successful business.January 17, 2019 by Mark GimeinBusiness Cycle
Peloton’s bikes may be stationary. But as CEO John Foley tells us, the company is on the move.January 9, 2019 by Daniel Gross and Brian CaismanRelated tags: consumer trends, digitization, Inside the Mind of the CEO, leisure, social media, startupsThe Four Things Startups Need Their Lawyers to Know
Make sure the attorneys you bring on board will be able to meet your company’s unique needs.November 2, 2018 by Lee LeslieHow to Build a Stronger Economy
Jim Clifton, chief executive of Gallup Inc., has a robust theory about entrepreneurialism and economic recovery.September 4, 2018 by Art KleinerHow innovation is revolutionizing the energy industry
The power landscape is changing quickly, providing new opportunities for both upstarts and traditional utilities.July 23, 2018Digital Nomads
A quick look at the challenges faced by location-independent freelancers, and the opportunities they present for organizations. For more insight, read “Designing a Future for the Untethered Workforce.”July 20, 2018Designing a future for the untethered workforce
The gig economy — and the growing group of digital nomads within it — requires a wider variety of new products and services than businesses and governments are currently prepared to deliver. See also “Digital Nomads."July 18, 2018 by Suvarchala NarayananWhy you should hope your next tomato’s grown indoors by robots
The future of agriculture could be small farms, closer to consumers, that use technology to grow food more efficiently.June 28, 2018 by Kevin ManeyRelated tags: agriculture, artificial intelligence, carbon, green technology, startups, sustainability, technologyTech deals bring new challenges to M&A
For established firms, acquiring a digital startup comes with promise and pitfalls.May 16, 2018 by Alastair RimmerGrowing through M&A in Financial Services
Pursuit of innovation is crucial in the competitive global market.April 18, 2018 by Daniel GrossHow can a fintech company win 20 million customers?
Valentin Stalf, chief executive of German financial-services startup N26, wants banking to be like music downloading.March 14, 2018 by Suvarchala NarayananWhy Startups Have to Think Differently About Their Skills Gap
With both cash and time in short supply at startups, skilled women seeking to restart their careers are a valuable talent pool.June 22, 2017 by Lisa Unwin and Deborah KhanHoward Yu Disrupts Disruptive Innovation
The IMD professor describes how the accelerating pace of technological change puts new pressures on established companies.May 31, 2017 by Laura W. GellerFor Startups, Giving Up Control Is Key to Creating Value
Young firms are valued significantly higher and attract more financing after their founders relinquish some power.April 19, 2017 by Matt PalmquistRelated tags: ceo, company growth, corporate leaders, deals, investors, leaders, recent research, startups, venture capitalMicrosoft Starts Up
The tech giant’s partnership model shows how large companies can work with new ventures to drive innovation.January 25, 2017 by Shameen Prashantham and George YipRelated tags: emerging markets, innovation, innovation strategy, startups, tech incubators, technologyDavid Smick Explains How Main Street Capitalism Can Be the Great Equalizer
The editor of the International Economy outlines a plan for restoring income growth based on encouraging startups and competition.January 19, 2017 by Daniel GrossSingapore: The First-Mover Nation for Driverless Cars
Startup nuTonomy thinks that the island nation is the place to make autonomous vehicles — in the form of driverless taxis — a reality.July 26, 2016 by Chunka MuiHow Startups Can Avoid the Chrysalis Effect
Last year, startups died at a rate of one per week. When it comes to scaling, the chances of survival are even lower. For further insights, read “The Chrysalis Effect.”July 12, 2016The chrysalis effect
Successful startups reach a point when they must shed their early habits and take on just the right amount of managerial maturity. See also “How Startups Can Avoid the Chrysalis Effect."June 1, 2016 by Juliette PowellMoscow’s Undaunted Entrepreneurs
Today’s Russian trendsetters are Silicon Valley–style entrepreneurs determined to make their ventures work — and to pull their country’s economy forward, no matter what.February 19, 2016 by Shellie KarabellMutually Assured Disruption
Why established companies should join forces with upstart competitors.December 21, 2015 by Ramesh Nair and Ken FavaroFor Startups, Ideas Matter
Predicting a startup’s success before the venture is even launched may seem impossible. But entrepreneurs and investors should never overlook the value of assessing the basic concept behind the business.December 3, 2015 by Matt Palmquist
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