The fourth action in my R.E.M.O.T.E. acronym speaks to the experience of starting and leading companies, especially when you are confronted with uncertainty. Grow Your Business, Not Your Inbox Stay informed and join our daily newsletter now! May 29, 2020 5 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their […]
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Walmart teams with Microsoft on TikTok bid, eyeing e-commerce, advertising opportunity
Brief: Walmart has partnered with Microsoft on the technology giant’s bid to acquire the social video-sharing app TikTok, a company representative shared in a statement over email. The news was first confirmed by CNBC. In its statement, Walmart called out TikTok’s promising capabilities around advertising and e-commerce. The retailer added […]
5 Tips for Recognizing a Meaningful Business Opportunity When You See One
May 11, 2020 5 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. According to the Small Business Association, roughly 50 percent of businesses survive to reach their fifth year. What is interesting, however, is that the SBA’s analysis found that these survival rates generally remain consistent regardless of […]
Covid-19 provides Government with an opportunity to move towards a zero carbon Britain
Luke Murphy, head of the Environmental Justice Commission at think tank IPPR, says the “rhetorical commitment is there” but warns the Government needs to “scale up the investment and policy ambition”. “It is that kind of moment where the Government has the opportunity to step back and set the economy […]
From global pandemic to greener world? Experts see opportunity
SINGAPORE — Carbon emissions reduced by the coronavirus-induced economic slowdown are at risk of increasing again as countries slowly rumble back to life. But rather than just accept that, some scientists suggest the world has an opportunity. We could rethink policies to better address problems like climate change, threats to […]
Bangkok virtual hospital finds opportunity in lockdown
BANGKOK/SINGAPORE — A young doctor donning headphones sits in front of a row of monitors at Samitivej Hospital in Bangkok, preparing to attend to a mask-wearing patient on one of the screens. “Hello. What seems to be the problem?” says the physician during the call last month. Calls like these are becoming […]
Nidec chief sees opportunity amid coronavirus uncertainty
TOKYO — While the coronavirus pandemic has brought painful uncertainty for many business leaders, Nidec Chairman and CEO Shigenobu Nagamori sees a silver lining in the crisis. “The coronavirus has brought tough times, but it also brings opportunity,” the head of the Japanese electric motor maker said in an online […]
Jeremy Harbour on Why Small Businesses are a Trillion-Dollar Opportunity (and How You Can Capitalize on It)
Buying and selling small businesses is a path to wealth – and making an impact. January 28, 2019 7 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. In this series called Member Showcase, we publish interviews with members of The Oracles. This interview is with Jeremy Harbour, founder […]