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3 top chef skills that can help any executive become a better leader

Leadership inspiration can be drawn from top chefs, whose skills in experimentation, cleanliness, and management can enhance corporate leadership effectiveness.
#dei-policies

Donald Trump's election win will create a DEI reckoning that forces companies to either stand up for their policies or 'step away'

Trump's presidency signals potential setbacks for diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in corporate America.

The Right-Wing Crusade Against DEI Isn't Actually Working

Robby Starbuck's campaign against corporate DEI policies highlights the disconnect between his claims and market reactions, as stock performance remains largely unaffected.

Donald Trump's election win will create a DEI reckoning that forces companies to either stand up for their policies or 'step away'

Trump's presidency signals potential setbacks for diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in corporate America.

The Right-Wing Crusade Against DEI Isn't Actually Working

Robby Starbuck's campaign against corporate DEI policies highlights the disconnect between his claims and market reactions, as stock performance remains largely unaffected.
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Company executives are speaking out on Election Day: Starbucks' Howard Schultz calls for a peaceful transition of power

Business leaders are vocal on Election Day, emphasizing the importance of a peaceful transition of power amidst a divisive political climate.

Conservative assault on LGBTQ+ rights rattles corporate America

LGBTQ rights advancements are perceived as reversing by advocates like Marty Chavez.

Corporate America's leftward shift

Corporate America is increasingly leaning left, but remains ideologically divided, with CEOs still slightly right-oriented on average.

We're losing the one thing that's keeping the peace between America and China

The strong financial relationship between the US and China is deteriorating as American companies face challenges in the Chinese market.

I added my divorce to my LinkedIn profile - here's why

Karl Dunn utilized his divorce experience to showcase acquired skills on LinkedIn, transforming personal hardship into professional growth.

There's No Such Thing As Wasted Time | Defector

Wasting time can be vital for creativity, with unstructured periods leading to unexpected inspiration and ideas.
#economic-policy

Will Lower Rates Unleash a Business Boom? It's Complicated.

Lower interest rates stimulate borrowing, but their impact on corporate profits depends on the economic context prompting these cuts.

Harris Will Back Federal Ban on Price Gouging, Campaign Says

Harris calls for a federal ban on corporate price gouging, shifting blame for inflation onto large companies.

Will Lower Rates Unleash a Business Boom? It's Complicated.

Lower interest rates stimulate borrowing, but their impact on corporate profits depends on the economic context prompting these cuts.

Harris Will Back Federal Ban on Price Gouging, Campaign Says

Harris calls for a federal ban on corporate price gouging, shifting blame for inflation onto large companies.
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#donald-trump
from www.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Billionaires are endorsing Trump but is that a bad bargain for them?

Growing business support for Trump, including billionaires and VC, raises concern about potential consequences and threats to democracy.
from www.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Opinion | What America's Leading C.E.O.s Really Think of Donald Trump

Corporate America's top leaders are not strongly supporting Donald Trump for president; he lacks historic levels of corporate backing.

Billionaires are endorsing Trump but is that a bad bargain for them?

Growing business support for Trump, including billionaires and VC, raises concern about potential consequences and threats to democracy.

Opinion | What America's Leading C.E.O.s Really Think of Donald Trump

Corporate America's top leaders are not strongly supporting Donald Trump for president; he lacks historic levels of corporate backing.
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Most American workers want a union-and it may be the only way to save the middle class

The article highlights the growing conflict between workers seeking union representation and corporations resisting these efforts, emphasizing alignment is possible.
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Uber, Facing Sexual-Assault Litigation, Pushes Plan That May Curb Suits

Uber is pushing for a Nevada ballot measure to limit lawyers' fees in lawsuits against the company.

The Morning Risk Report: Corporate America Tweaks Diversity Initiatives Amid Pushback

Corporate America's diversity initiatives are being adjusted in response to lawsuits and intense scrutiny.
Businesses are trying to foster inclusion without running afoul of the law and potentially bringing costly consequences.

Uber, Facing Sexual-Assault Litigation, Pushes Plan That May Curb Suits

Uber is pushing for a Nevada ballot measure to limit lawyers' fees in lawsuits against the company.

The Morning Risk Report: Corporate America Tweaks Diversity Initiatives Amid Pushback

Corporate America's diversity initiatives are being adjusted in response to lawsuits and intense scrutiny.
Businesses are trying to foster inclusion without running afoul of the law and potentially bringing costly consequences.
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Beware: Gemini's insanity is actually what 'bias-free' AI is all about

Google paused the rollout of Gemini AI chatbot's image search tool due to biased results.
AI imaging tools like Gemini and Microsoft's have shown problems with generating inaccurate and harmful images.
#sean-obrien
from The Nation
3 months ago
US Elections

Donald Trump Is Not a Friend to American Workers

Sean O'Brien praised Trump at RNC, criticized corporate greed, and omitted Trump's role in judiciary picks, impacting union decisions and praising Republican Senators.

A Teamsters boss with Mass. roots delivers rare speech to RNC

Sean O'Brien, the president of the Teamsters union, delivered a speech at the Republican National Convention that deviated from typical Republican content.

A Teamsters Boss Delivers Rare Speech to R.N.C.

Sean O'Brien delivered a speech at the Republican National Convention that diverged from typical Republican messaging, praising Trump and criticizing corporate America's lack of loyalty to the US.

Donald Trump Is Not a Friend to American Workers

Sean O'Brien praised Trump at RNC, criticized corporate greed, and omitted Trump's role in judiciary picks, impacting union decisions and praising Republican Senators.

A Teamsters boss with Mass. roots delivers rare speech to RNC

Sean O'Brien, the president of the Teamsters union, delivered a speech at the Republican National Convention that deviated from typical Republican content.

A Teamsters Boss Delivers Rare Speech to R.N.C.

Sean O'Brien delivered a speech at the Republican National Convention that diverged from typical Republican messaging, praising Trump and criticizing corporate America's lack of loyalty to the US.
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Why Biden's Best Defense Is a Good Offensefor the Presidential Debate

Biden should not cater to the populist anti-corporate sentiment and ignore his authentic working-class background to gain voter support.

Inside the Biden team's inflation bully pulpit

The Biden administration is acknowledging efforts by Target, Walmart, and other grocery chains to lower prices but believes more efforts are needed to combat inflation.

Perilous for democracy, good for profits': is big business ready to love Trump again?

CEOs are increasingly open to the return of former President Trump, despite past criticism, as they aim to work with whoever is in the White House.
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