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Accessing Tacit Knowledge to Drive More Innovation

Viima

The value of intangible assets in organizations is nowadays five times greater than the one of tangible assets. In fact, 84% of value in S&P companies is currently represented by intangible assets, like intellectual property, knowledge, or brand recognition, compared to merely 16% for tangible ones. Even so, some leaders still have difficulties in grasping the power of knowledge and how it can be leveraged and managed to drive more innovation in their organizations.

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How Women Can Overcome Barriers That Some Men Don’t Even See

Business and Tech

Picture this. Several weeks ago I was on stage in front of an audience delivering a keynote speech about the topic of “Wellness Privilege.”. Laura Putnam Author, “Workplace Wellness That Works;” CEO, Motion Infusion; Creator, Managers on the Move. For those who have never heard the term before, it is the concept that some people in the workplace have more advantages than others in their pursuit of well-being because of their gender, race, religion, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age,

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A Day in the Life of a Planview Software Development Engineer Test Manager

Planview

March is Women’s history month. It is a time where we can reflect on all the powerful women who have and continue to advocate for equality and change. At Planview, we believe women in tech are the future and Geetika Gagneja is a part of Planview’s past, present, and future. For this month’s blog spotlight , we are going to travel to Bangalore and follow Geetika to spend a day in the life of a Software Development Engineer Test manager.

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Investing in Women Through Technology Training

Business and Tech

As board members of Girl Develop It , Rebecca Sadwick Shaddix and Brenda Jin are committed to helping women take their careers to the next level. But the path to success is often paved with challenges. Rebecca Sadwick Shaddix Board Member, Girl Develop It. Brenda Jin Board Member, Girl Develop It. Overcoming adversity. “The biggest obstacle impacting women today is the subconscious biases impacting perception of competence,” said Shaddix, whose background includes marketing and tech policy resea

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Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets.

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How to Prioritize Customer Service When You're Shortstaffed

Entrepreneur - Innovation

Seven ways to shine in a time of workforce shortage.

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What to Look for in a Lending Partner as a Woman Business Owner

Business and Tech

Many women business owners find the biggest obstacle they face when starting out is acquiring the funding they need to launch their company. Fortunately, today there are a range of funding options available, and finding a lending partner who champions women-owned businesses and helps them find the financing they need to succeed is the first step. . The best lending partner is traditionally one that takes the time to understand your business, offers the type of financing you need to accomplish yo

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Helping Minority Women in Business Through Connections

Business and Tech

So in response, some communities came together to create unique opportunities for businesswomen of color as well, like the founders of Staten Island’s Minority Women in Business Association (MWBA). . Kim Avilez Co-Founder and President, Minority Women in Business Association of Staten Island. “The Minority Women in Business Association of Staten Island was actually formed as a direct response to what was happening as a result of the pandemic,” said Kim Avilez, MWBA co-founder and president.

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Negativity Bias: Conservatism in Funding Novel Projects?

Michael Roberto

Source: capital.com Is your organization's resource allocation process biased against funding original ideas or novel projects? Jacqueline Lane and her colleagues published a fascinating paper in Management Science in 2020. They examined a "conservatism bias" in funding novel projects. The scholars conducted an examination of the review of scientific research proposals.

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Why Huda Kattan Says “Blind Relentlessness” Is Key to Starting Your Own Business

Business and Tech

Huda Kattan is a makeup artist, influencer, and founder of the award-winning cosmetics line Huda Beauty. She talked about why disparities still exist for women in business, and how these professionals can overcome these challenges to launch and sustain their own businesses. Huda Kattan Founder, Huda Beauty. What are the challenges facing women in business today and how can these professionals overcome these challenges?

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Ikigai: What you are meant to do

Idea to Value

With so many options for how we can spend our time, how do we find something which not only provides value to us, but is also motivating to do. Research has found that when people feel motivated by making progress against something they find meaningful , not only does it make them happier, it also makes them more creative. The challenge becomes how we find something where we find meaning, but which other people will also support us doing.

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Peak Performance: Continuous Testing & Evaluation of LLM-Based Applications

Speaker: Aarushi Kansal, AI Leader & Author and Tony Karrer, Founder & CTO at Aggregage

Software leaders who are building applications based on Large Language Models (LLMs) often find it a challenge to achieve reliability. It’s no surprise given the non-deterministic nature of LLMs. To effectively create reliable LLM-based (often with RAG) applications, extensive testing and evaluation processes are crucial. This often ends up involving meticulous adjustments to prompts.

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Why Women Won’t Be Left Out of Web3

Business and Tech

Jaime Schmidt, founder of Schmidt’s Naturals and author of “Supermaker: Crafting Business on Your Own Terms,” recently launched BFF, a platform to encourage women and nonbinary folks to improve their cryptocurrency literacy. Schmidt was discouraged that more women weren’t taking advantage of the new investment possibilities and wanted to do her part to encourage women to get involved. .

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Social Media Expert Lucie Fink Shares How Women Can Boost Their Brand

Business and Tech

YouTube personality and lifestyle host Lucie Fink shares how women can get ahead in business and grow their company’s brand using social media. What is the top challenge you see facing women in business today? Having recently become a mother, I am starting to notice how challenging it is for female entrepreneurs postpartum. I run my own business and I gave myself a three-month “maternity leave,” however, that time period wasn’t paid leave.

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How Embracing the Right Tools Can Prepare Women for Career Success

Business and Tech

Angela Jia Kim, founder of Savor Beauty + Spa , shares advice for aspiring and current female entrepreneurs, leaders, and managers. Women in business today face a variety of obstacles. Knowing how to navigate difficult terrain is essential to survive — and thrive. Being flexible. One familiar challenge in 2022 is finding a new way of doing business.

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How an MBA Can Launch Your Career in Business Leadership

Business and Tech

Two women pursuing M.B.A. degrees talk about why they have chosen to undergo this advanced business program, and what they’ve experienced while pursuing their degrees. Stephanie Torrico M.B.A. Candidate, Management and Leadership, Florida Gulf Coast University. Tell us more about your decision to obtain your M.B.A. and why you chose this specific program.

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How Retailers Are Transforming Customer Experiences with Data & AI

Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.

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How Women Can Thrive in a Fast-Moving Business World

Business and Tech

Economies and communities thrive when women and minority entrepreneurs succeed, yet systemic barriers have blocked their access to capital and resources. Our panel of experts weighs in on how women can break through to be a dynamic force in today’s business world. Dorothy Kahlau First Senior Vice President, Valley Bank. What are the top challenges facing women in business today?

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