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fromYcombinator
4 hours ago
Digital life

Why your company will never scale (or maybe why it will) | Hacker News

User and competitor laziness are key to scaling a business beyond just a product.
fromFortune
7 hours ago

United CEO Scott Kirby and American CEO Robert Isom were once colleagues known as the 'dream team.' Now Kirby wants to acquire his rival | Fortune

Kirby has a long history of audacious ideas, rising at America West to become the top lieutenant to CEO Doug Parker, orchestrating the acquisition of U.S. Airways from Chapter 11.
NYC startup
#openai
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Sora is dead: OpenAI cuts its video division and a $1 billion Disney partnership ahead of IPO - Silicon Canals

Media industry
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

AI's 'Big Tobacco' Moment Is Coming

OpenAI is shifting focus from broad strategies to targeted investments, exemplified by its acquisition of TBPN, a video podcast platform.
Artificial intelligence
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago

Sora is dead: OpenAI cuts its video division and a $1 billion Disney partnership ahead of IPO - Silicon Canals

OpenAI may shut down its Sora video generation app due to business strategy shifts and lack of consumer traction.
#startups
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
21 hours ago

What Most Founders Misunderstand About Runway

Hoarding cash doesn't ensure survival; actively using capital to learn and adapt is crucial in a rapidly changing market.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
6 days ago

Commercialization Isn't the Same as Sales Growth - Here's How

Sales are a function, while commercialization is a system of decisions that defines sustainable business growth.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
21 hours ago

What Most Founders Misunderstand About Runway

Hoarding cash doesn't ensure survival; actively using capital to learn and adapt is crucial in a rapidly changing market.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
6 days ago

Commercialization Isn't the Same as Sales Growth - Here's How

Sales are a function, while commercialization is a system of decisions that defines sustainable business growth.
Media industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Reed Hastings is leaving Netflix. These are 3 of the biggest takeaways from his leadership book.

Reed Hastings is stepping down from Netflix's board in June 2026 after co-founding the company and shaping its corporate culture.
#allbirds
NYC startup
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

The Allbirds Pivot Is a Terrible Idea ... Right?

Allbirds is pivoting to AI, changing its name to NewBird AI and investing $50 million in GPUs to revive its struggling business.
fromFortune
2 weeks ago
Venture

Five hard lessons from Allbirds' 99% stock plunge and $39 million fire sale | Fortune

NYC startup
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

The Allbirds Pivot Is a Terrible Idea ... Right?

Allbirds is pivoting to AI, changing its name to NewBird AI and investing $50 million in GPUs to revive its struggling business.
Venture
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

What Allbirds needs to do to make its Hail Mary AI pivot succeed

Allbirds plans to transform into an AI compute company after selling its shoe business, but faces significant challenges in funding and expertise.
Venture
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Five hard lessons from Allbirds' 99% stock plunge and $39 million fire sale | Fortune

Allbirds is selling for $39 million, a significant drop from its peak market cap of $4 billion, due to strategic missteps.
#sustainability
Business
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Sustainability is maturing

Sustainability has evolved into a core business function, essential for resilience and long-term value in today's operating environment.
Business
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Sustainability is maturing

Sustainability has evolved into a core business function, essential for resilience and long-term value in today's operating environment.
#entrepreneurship
fromFortune
1 day ago
Women in technology

Self-made millionaire behind $5 billion Skims, Emma Grede says it all began with a cold call to Kris Jenner: 'I have no imposter syndrome' | Fortune

fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago
Pets

He Set Out to Give His Dog a Better Life -And Built a Product That Sold Out in 4 Minutes and Made $1M in Its First Year

Women in technology
fromFortune
1 day ago

Self-made millionaire behind $5 billion Skims, Emma Grede says it all began with a cold call to Kris Jenner: 'I have no imposter syndrome' | Fortune

Emma Grede's bold phone call to Kris Jenner led to the creation of Good American, a successful inclusive denim brand with Khloe Kardashian.
Pets
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

He Set Out to Give His Dog a Better Life -And Built a Product That Sold Out in 4 Minutes and Made $1M in Its First Year

Identify a personal problem and create a solution that resonates with others.
Bootstrapping
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Entrepreneurship Is Creative Work, but We Don't Call It That

Entrepreneurship is a form of creativity that involves cognitive processes like divergent thinking and adaptability.
fromwww.thelocal.de
2 days ago

Germany's Lufthansa to close CityLine unit over strike, jet fuel prices

Lufthansa stated, "As a first immediately effective step, the 27 operational aircraft of Lufthansa CityLine will be permanently removed from the flight programme starting the day after tomorrow, in order to reduce further losses of the loss-making airline."
Germany news
Media industry
fromExchangewire
2 days ago

Digest: Netflix Refocuses on Ads and Content After Warner Bid; IAB Sets AI Commerce Media Guidelines; WPP in Talks to Sell Burson

Netflix is shifting focus to ads and content after abandoning the Warner Bros. deal, while IAB introduces guidelines for AI-driven commerce media.
Venture
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Jensen Huang explains why Nvidia invests in tons of companies, instead of trying to pick winners

Nvidia invests in numerous tech companies to support innovation rather than picking winners, reflecting its own history of unexpected success.
#ai
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

People 'Hate' AI Customer Service Chatbots. Here's Why Companies Keep Using Them Anyway.

fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago
Silicon Valley

Business Insider Live gathers Bryan Johnson, Jason Blum, Carina Hong, Joanna Strober to talk leadership in the AI era

AI is transforming industries, prompting leaders like Bryan Johnson and Jason Blum to rethink strategies and adapt their careers.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

People 'Hate' AI Customer Service Chatbots. Here's Why Companies Keep Using Them Anyway.

Many consumers find AI customer service chatbots ineffective, with a significant failure rate linked to company priorities over customer assistance.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Business Insider Live gathers Bryan Johnson, Jason Blum, Carina Hong, Joanna Strober to talk leadership in the AI era

AI is transforming industries, prompting leaders like Bryan Johnson and Jason Blum to rethink strategies and adapt their careers.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
3 days ago

With 7 short words, the CEO of United Airlines just taught a brilliant lesson in leadership

Scott Kirby's leadership at United Airlines emphasizes transparency and stability during crises, promising not to cut jobs or investments despite industry challenges.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

Internal Salesforce org chart shows the 10 executives helping CEO Marc Benioff navigate AI's threat to software

Salesforce is restructuring its executive team to adapt to pressures from generative AI and enhance its product offerings.
Marketing
fromThedrum
3 days ago

The Kite Factory and Mike-Alpha launch partnership to support military veteran owned businesses

The Kite Factory offers free marketing consultancy and strategy days to support military veterans and veteran-owned businesses.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
4 days ago

Locala Unveils Planning Agents That Push Agentic Advertising Beyond Automation

Locala launched Planning Agents to enhance the transition from strategic insights to real-world activation in marketing.
Marketing
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

Why Sustainable Promotional Products Are Reshaping How SMEs Build Brand Loyalty

The shift towards eco-friendly promotional merchandise is essential for businesses to convey responsibility and meet market expectations.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

3 Ways Thought Leaders Can Create Immediate Value For Their Audiences

Real influence requires a unique perspective; audiences seek actionable insights from credible thought leaders.
Business intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

Stop Treating ESG Like a Costly Obligation - When Used Well, It Becomes a Growth Advantage

ESG identifies operational and financial risks, enhancing resilience and performance beyond mere compliance.
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
5 days ago

IPWatchdog Announces Leadership Promotions to Support Continued Growth and Strategic Expansion

Renée's leadership extends well beyond operations. While I focus on external-facing initiatives such as content, programs, and strategic vision, she oversees the core business functions of the company, including finance and HR, and is instrumental in driving our growth.
Media industry
Tech industry
fromSoapcentral
4 days ago

Mark Zuckerberg's $80 billion mistake literally defines his organization, and it's ironic

Mark Zuckerberg's rebranding of Facebook to Meta aimed to create a controlled metaverse, but it became a significant business failure.
Data science
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Data activation and Newton's first law

Data activation is essential for business success in the AI era, requiring accessible, governed, and contextualized information to overcome inertia.
Media industry
fromDigiday
5 days ago

'I'm playing the long game': Journalists are striking out alone and discovering the business is toughest beat of all

Independent journalism has potential but struggles with business fluency, as many journalists lack developed strategies for monetization.
#starbucks
Coffee
fromFortune
1 week ago

Starbucks' game plan to roll out AI chatbots at cafes could serve as a 'litmus test' for the industry, analyst says | Fortune

Starbucks is implementing an AI assistant to enhance barista efficiency and improve customer service.
Coffee
fromFortune
1 week ago

Starbucks' game plan to roll out AI chatbots at cafes could serve as a 'litmus test' for the industry, analyst says | Fortune

Starbucks is implementing an AI assistant to enhance barista efficiency and improve customer service.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

How to Prove Your Worth to Cost-Conscious Customers

Businesses must clearly demonstrate their value to consumers facing economic pressure to maintain sales and customer loyalty.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 week ago

Meet 'trendslop,' the new, AI-fueled scourge of workplace consultants everywhere | Fortune

Consultants and AI provide dubious guidance, often creating an illusion of value while failing to address underlying issues in organizations.
#cfo
Business
fromFortune
1 week ago

26% of CEOs think the greatest threat to their job security is their own CFO | Fortune

CEOs increasingly view CFOs as both essential partners and potential threats to their job security.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 week ago

AI is moving fast. CFOs have a narrow window to shape its value | Fortune

CFOs have a critical opportunity to lead AI value creation by quantifying and measuring its impact on business.
Business
fromFortune
1 week ago

26% of CEOs think the greatest threat to their job security is their own CFO | Fortune

CEOs increasingly view CFOs as both essential partners and potential threats to their job security.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 week ago

AI is moving fast. CFOs have a narrow window to shape its value | Fortune

CFOs have a critical opportunity to lead AI value creation by quantifying and measuring its impact on business.
Environment
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

How Nature-Driven Innovation Can Give Your Business an Edge

Biomimicry offers innovative solutions to business challenges by emulating nature's strategies, yet it remains underutilized in corporate practices.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

Why 'Boring' Businesses Can Be the Smartest Investments

A business can be profitable by solving common problems for large audiences rather than being flashy or novel.
fromBenzinga
1 week ago

A Vending Machine Business Finally Took Off After Multiple Failed Ideas. Now They Say, It's Not As Passiv

"Vending is NOT fully passive income. I'd call it semi-passive, like 70% passive. Social media makes it look like you fill machines once a month and money rains in."
Online marketing
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

In-N-Out owner says burger chain has no plans for mobile ordering

"The main reason is because part of what makes In-N-Out and the experience so special is the interaction and the customer service that we're able to give, the smile, the greeting, that warmth and feeling that culture, and so the mobile ordering will definitely take a piece of that away and there's also the freshness factor."
Silicon Valley food
Women in technology
fromFortune
1 week ago

Why CEO Michelle Gass is thriving at Levi's after stumbling at Kohl's | Fortune

Michelle Gass's leadership at Levi's has led to significant revenue growth and a strong market presence, contrasting her previous challenges at Kohl's.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

In-N-Out's owner explains why the chain is not chasing private equity, delivery, or mobile orders

I know that that's just not an option for me. There's nothing I would gain that would be tied to anything that I'm doing.
NYC startup
Remote teams
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

What's AI's Real Failure? No One's Actually in Charge

HR must transition from a support role to a strategic driver of business outcomes, especially in the context of AI.
Marketing
fromMarTech
1 week ago

Most messaging problems start with the wrong audience | MarTech

Identifying and focusing on the primary audience is crucial for effective company messaging, especially for B2B companies.
London startup
fromFortune
1 week ago

A year in the life at HP: what matters to its Northern European chief in April 2026? | Fortune

HP is focusing on navigating macroeconomic challenges while diversifying its business and understanding customer objectives for 2026.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

The Best Way to Get Business Is to Give Business - Here's Why

Helping others succeed leads to stronger business opportunities and builds trust, which is more effective than aggressive pursuit.
Marketing
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Most companies start PR too late

Businesses should start PR efforts early, not just when major announcements are imminent, to build credibility and visibility.
Toronto startup
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Elon Musk Secretly Shared His Number One Priority at Tesla and It Really Says It All

Elon Musk's primary motivation at Tesla is to minimize his work hours to focus on his passion for rockets.
#social-media
Social media marketing
fromForbes
1 week ago

The Next Disruption In Social Media: Impact Over Attention

Future social networks will prioritize action-oriented platforms that foster real-world collaboration and value creation using AI and impact-based rewards.
fromInc
2 weeks ago
Marketing

Too Many Startups Optimize for Growth. The Best Ones Optimize for Customer Success

Social media marketing
fromForbes
1 week ago

The Next Disruption In Social Media: Impact Over Attention

Future social networks will prioritize action-oriented platforms that foster real-world collaboration and value creation using AI and impact-based rewards.
Marketing
fromInc
2 weeks ago

Too Many Startups Optimize for Growth. The Best Ones Optimize for Customer Success

Building a company around being useful and client-focused leads to higher retention and loyalty, differentiating it from competitors.
Books
fromInc
1 week ago

Most Self-Published Books Fail. These Marketing Strategies Help Entrepreneurs Win

Self-publishing requires an 'authorpreneur' mindset, treating the book as a business to ensure long-term success through effective marketing.
#generative-ai
fromHarvard Business Review
1 week ago
Business intelligence

How AI Helps Scale Qualitative Customer Research

Generative AI can enhance the market-research process, making it easier, faster, and more cost-effective for companies to gather customer data.
Artificial intelligence
fromForbes
2 weeks ago

Small Businesses Are Drowning In AI Slop. One Document Stops It

Over half of small businesses use generative AI, but 94% struggle to see measurable benefits due to lack of brand foundation.
Artificial intelligence
fromForbes
2 weeks ago

Small Businesses Are Drowning In AI Slop. One Document Stops It

Over half of small businesses use generative AI, but 94% struggle to see measurable benefits due to lack of brand foundation.
Agile
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Fractional leadership is the future. Here's how to make it work

Fractional executives have become a mainstream strategic solution for companies needing senior-level expertise without full-time commitments.
#artificial-intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromDigiday
1 week ago

AI talk at retail events shifts to proving real results, defining a true strategy

AI has evolved from experimentation to a focus on proven strategies and increased productivity in retail.
Artificial intelligence
fromDigiday
1 week ago

AI talk at retail events shifts to proving real results, defining a true strategy

AI has evolved from experimentation to a focus on proven strategies and increased productivity in retail.
Venture
fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
2 weeks ago

AI's $258B investment boom raises urgent questions about ROI & real impact

Investment in AI is significant, but financial returns remain uncertain and require a more deliberate approach to defining success.
#leadership
Startup companies
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

How Delta uses Tom Brady to train its 100,000 workforce on leadership and a winner's mindset | Fortune

Delta's CEO Ed Bastian collaborates with Tom Brady to innovate leadership strategies and inspire employees through a unique learning approach.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

Your Management Strategy Is Doomed to Fail If You Don't Do This

Effective management focuses on execution through a straightforward approach: face reality, investigate issues, fix them systematically, and own the outcomes.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

Most Leaders Focus on Goals. They're Missing the Big Picture

Leaders must understand the broader context surrounding their plans to ensure successful outcomes.
Startup companies
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

How Delta uses Tom Brady to train its 100,000 workforce on leadership and a winner's mindset | Fortune

Delta's CEO Ed Bastian collaborates with Tom Brady to innovate leadership strategies and inspire employees through a unique learning approach.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

Your Management Strategy Is Doomed to Fail If You Don't Do This

Effective management focuses on execution through a straightforward approach: face reality, investigate issues, fix them systematically, and own the outcomes.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

Most Leaders Focus on Goals. They're Missing the Big Picture

Leaders must understand the broader context surrounding their plans to ensure successful outcomes.
fromComputerworld
2 weeks ago

Apple leans into the component crisis storm

Apple is, in this type of environment, really going to try and maximize gross profit dollars, not gross margins. And that is through pricing, that is through supply chain actions.
Apple
#real-estate
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

United Real Estate adds 725 agents with Allison James affiliation

United Real Estate expands its network by affiliating with Allison James Estates and Homes, enhancing its national presence across multiple states.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

United Real Estate adds 725 agents with Allison James affiliation

United Real Estate expands its network by affiliating with Allison James Estates and Homes, enhancing its national presence across multiple states.
Business intelligence
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 weeks ago

Wireless AI paradox emerges as Wi-Fi evolves into strategic growth engine | Computer Weekly

Strategic investments in wireless and AI are crucial for businesses to achieve operational efficiency and productivity gains.
Dining
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 weeks ago

'Less crying in the walk-in': East Bay restaurants switch to counter service to survive

Restaurants must adapt to changing economic conditions to survive, similar to the evolution of species.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

New CEO Shelves Breakup -- Is Kraft Heinz Finally a Turnaround Stock Worth Owning?

Kraft Heinz paused its breakup plans to focus on strengthening its core business amid declining sales and market challenges.
Wellness
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago

Interview: The Light System on Building a New Category in Wellness Technology

The Light System combines light technology and holistic health to enhance wellness through energy system engagement.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

Why Most Companies Get Innovation Completely Wrong

Real innovation stems from those closest to the work, not from executives or consultants.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

Why Every Founder Should Tap Into the Refurbished Economy

Businesses are increasingly opting for refurbished assets to save costs and enhance sustainability amid rising expenses and unpredictable supply chains.
Silicon Valley food
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

McCormick combines with Unilever's food division and adds Hellmann's and Knorr to its brands | Fortune

McCormick is merging with Unilever's food division, with Unilever owning 65% of the combined company valued at $29.1 billion.
Silicon Valley food
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Spice maker McCormick adds to its extensive stable of brands names with Unilever deal

McCormick is merging with Unilever's foods division, with Unilever owning 65% of the combined company valued at $29.1 billion.
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Nordstrom's $6.25 billion deal to go private is paying off-and don't expect an IPO anytime soon | Fortune

"When you're a public company, your scorecard is your stock price, and that has a lot to do with the results you generate. If the investment community doesn't think very highly of department stores, which they don't, your multiple goes down."
Business
Social media marketing
fromInc
2 weeks ago

Why Most Founder Brands Fail-and How to Build One That Actually Drives Sales

Building a founder brand requires creating content for potential customers, not for personal validation or peer engagement.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
2 weeks ago

Five Questions To Ask Before Handing The Keys To Your Programmatic Partner

Evaluating programmatic partners requires looking beyond features to understand their operating model and potential conflicts of interest.
Marketing
fromInc
2 weeks ago

Why Knowing Your Audience Is the Secret to a Great Business Story

Knowing your audience is crucial for business success and product connection.
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