Management
Banks vs. Entrepreneurs: Which One Drives Us Crazier?
Why do banks drive entrepreneurs crazy? Bureaucracy, account freezes, endless compliance. A candid look at real pain points in banking.
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Knowledge Management (KM): A Strategic Asset for Modern Businesses
Knowledge Management (KM) is a concept and practice focused on systematically capturing, organizing, and effectively using an organization’s collective knowledge. One of the classic definitions states: “Knowledge Management is the process of capturing, distributing, and effectively using knowledge.” Gartner offers a more comprehensive explanation: “Knowledge Management is a system involving an integrated approach to discovering, […
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Managing Complexity through Cycles: How Iterative Approaches Boost Adaptability and Innovation
Complex systems evolve in cycles. Learn how to identify, interpret, and manage them to stay ahead in business and life. A systems-thinking.
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Managing Complexity in a VUCA World: From Cognitive Science to Practical Business Tools
How do perception and mental models shape our ability to manage complexity? A deep dive into cognitive filters, decision-making, and strategic thinking.
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Intellectual Property in Business: A Comprehensive International Overview and Practical Tools
In today’s knowledge-driven economy, intangible assets—brands, inventions, creative content, and more—often determine a company’s success. According to the latest data, intangible assets (including intellectual property) account for up to 90% of the market capitalization of S&P 500 companies (“Latest Data Show that Intangible Assets Comprise 90% of the Value of the S&
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Entrepreneurs and the Challenge of Complexity
Entrepreneurs—particularly those focused on technology and digital products—face an ever-increasing level of complexity in their daily operations. Multifunctional applications, distributed teams, and rapidly changing markets all contribute to a demanding business environment. Without a systematic approach, complexity can turn into chaos: tasks get lost, deadlines are missed, and teams burn out. According to certain estimates, […
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Project Risk Management: A Key Success Factor for Entrepreneurs and Investors
How to classify and manage project risks effectively? A practical guide to risk types, assessment methods, mitigation strategies, and business impact.
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Risk Management in Modern Business: Strategies, Tools, and Practical Implementation
In today’s business environment, risk management has become an essential component of strategic planning. Broadly defined, a “risk” is an event (or a set of events) that can either hinder or facilitate an organization’s goals—depending on whether the impact is negative (potential losses) or positive (new opportunities). According to ISO 31000:2018 and various industry references, […]
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Business Partnerships. Stage 3: Conflicts and Solutions
Partnership in business can become a powerful growth driver: a good partner expands your opportunities to develop a company and break into new markets. However, the wrong choice of partner or poorly structured collaboration can end in collapse. Statistics are discouraging: one in three entrepreneurs eventually breaks ties with a business partner, and according to […]
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Partnership in Business. Stage 2: Documents, Key Conditions, and Common Mistakes
(File:Signing partnership agreement between Academy of Digital Technologies and Wikimedia Saint Petersburg 1.jpg – Wikimedia Commons)Alt text: Two business partners holding signed collaboration agreements. On the second stage of a business partnership, the focus shifts from informal discussions to formal documentation. If you have already identified a potential partner and discussed core collaboration details at […