Educating leaders on geopolitical risks gives a competitive advantage, says Dr Elizabeth Stephens, Managing Director of Geopolitical Risk Advisory (GRA) and instructor in leadership programs of Aalto University Executive Education and Professional Development (Aalto EE). “Given the war in Ukraine, spiralling tensions in the Middle East and the potential for Donald Trump to return to the White House in 2025, it’s not surprising that many CEO’s cite geopolitical risk as the greatest threat to their businesses,” she says. “The challenge they confront is what to do about it.” She says that companies that invest in increasing their understanding of geopolitical…
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Exports from the ‘Birthplace of wine’ are up almost 100%, but the majority of Brits know very little about Georgia. The country’s hero grape, Saperavi, has been described as the ‘new Malbec’ by experts Research revealed by Tbilvino, one of Georgia’s most established wineries Sales of Georgian wine have soared an incredible 100% in eight years, but only 2% of Brits correctly know it to be the official birthplace of wine. Research from winery, Tbilvino, reveals that 33% of wine-drinking Brits think the first ever producer of wine was France, 27% believe it to be Italy and 5% think it is Spain, when…
7 ways to dispose of your vape correctly Vapes can be damaging to the environment for numerous reasons, the main one being that hardly any of them are being successfully recycled. A recent study suggested that more than 50% of people reported that they did not know how to properly dispose of their e-cigarette device. The proper disposal of a vape device depends on the type and materials it contains… Do Not Throw in Regular Bin: Despite it being the most common way to dispose of vapes, vapes and their components should not be thrown in the regular waste bin as they can…
Credit: Claudia Dumond, Holistic Health Coach & Founder of Minimondo In today’s fast-paced world, finding moments of calm amidst the chaos can feel like an impossible task. From juggling work and family responsibilities to navigating daily stressors, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and frazzled. However, incorporating small but impactful practices into your daily lives from each of the wellbeing levers – Expand, Pause, Move, Food, Space, and Connect – can help cultivate a sense of calm and inner peace. The six wellbeing levers take a holistic approach to our well-being, looking at both what’s going on inside and outside of…
What it’s like to experience burnout as an autistic person Dr Ana Silvestri, senior psychologist at caba, the occupational charity for ICAEW chartered accountants and their families, talks about autistic burnout, how to spot the signs and what you can do to manage it Is the UK at risk of becoming a burnout nation? In a recent study, 1 in 5 workers said they’d taken time off work in the past year due to poor mental health caused by pressure or stress. Meanwhile, accountants reported an even higher rate of burnout, with over half (50%) saying they’re struggling. Learning how to spot the signs of…
“When I was diagnosed with cancer, I was away with work at a shooting range. The hospital phoned me and said I had testicular cancer which had manifested as a tumour in my pelvis and lungs. It was very aggressive and quite far gone. I tried to ask as many questions as I could before I told my parents. Did I need to have my testicles removed? Did this mean I also had lung cancer? Did I need to make a will? “Before cancer, I had been so utterly career focused. I had sacrificed my personal life. When you are moving counties or countries every two…
Fresh handmade cosmetics company Lush is giving away one brand new and one best-selling product this week, to help London Marathon runners get back on their feet after the gruelling 26.2 mile race. Several of Lush’s London stores will be giving away the all-new Cold Water Soother Epsom salt cube, and Wiccy Magic Muscles solid massage oil bar, which has over 100 five star reviews on the brand’s website. Lush stores taking part include Oxford Street, Paddington Station, Waterloo Station and Victoria Station. Each store will be giving away Lush’s Wiccy Magic Muscles solid massage oil bar (worth £8) – a self-preserving,…
MAJI – meaning water in Swahili – premiered at Curzon Soho last week. The adventure documentary takes a closer look at the impact of the world’s water crisis from the perspective of five countries; Nepal, Jordan, USA, Iceland and Uganda. Water scarcity is a harsh reality for many people across the globe. The UN predicts that between two and three billion people experience water shortages worldwide and 26% of the world’s population does not have access to safe drinking water. MAJI, directed by Charli Doherty, and presented by TGB Films and Biscuit Bunker, in association with West One Entertainment, lays bare the unseen consequences…
Pantone announced ‘Peach Fuzz’ as Colour of the Year in December and searches are already at over 7 million views on TikTok. Following last year’s obsession with Barbie pink, our favourite colour has evolved from loud and invigorating into a warm, welcoming mood for 2024. Peach Fuzz is a soft, orange-pink colour that “captures our desire to nurture ourselves and others,” says Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of Pantone Color Institute. Amthal Karim, Head of Marketing at Furniture And Choice says: “The Pantone colour of the year 2024 shows a shift towards hues that promote warm feelings and provide us with comfort. Peach…
In a whirlpool of romance, celebration, and stunning jewellery, the award-winning Rudell The Jewellers unveils their new Raine collection – the latest masterpiece promising to captivate hearts beyond Valentine’s Day. The 14th of February has been synonymous with romance for hundreds of years, and this year, the West Midlands based Rudell The Jewellers has taken it a step further by introducing the Raine collection. Composed of a selection of pendants and earrings, the new collection is all about evoking a sense of freshness and love of shared moments in life. Founded on Valentine’s Day 1938, Rudell The Jewellers beautifully blends…