The world is full of unique places that have the distinction of being the ‘first,’ ‘best,’ ‘most,’ or some other superlative. Newcomers are intrigued by labels that distinguish their host country from other locations, and that often say something about the culture as well. Let’s look at a few: First country to grant women the […] Continue reading… from And the winner is…
What does a start-up company in a tiny African country have to do with greenhouse gas reduction, accessible transportation, and lower mass transit costs? If electric vehicles pop to mind, you’re right. In a region where energy – be it petrol or electricity – can be expensive and hard to access, e-bike ownership has surged […] Continue reading… from Cruising for change: E-bikes in Africa
When was the last time you sent important correspondence – or any correspondence — by physical mail? Your answer may depend on where you live. The role of postal services is changing. Denmark’s PostNord announced it will stop letter delivery on December 31, 2025. The demise of this service is due to the high price […] Continue reading… from Signed, sealed, delivered?
It’s no secret that global business travelers crave efficiency. And while the broad business goal is still paramount, employee experience preferences are shifting. Mobile apps put a spectrum of information, support, and functions literally at your fingertips. They also increasingly present an array of custom choices, from options for low-carbon travel and sustainable hotels to […] Continue reading… from App-titude for business success
This is a hard article to write, and it may be a sobering one to read, because it deals with something we don’t like to think about. We lost our beloved basset hound of nearly 13 years last weekend. In yet another case of Life and Work intersecting, I got to thinking about the people […] Continue reading… from When Pets and Global Mobility Intersect
Do you own an electric vehicle? Or are you considering buying one? You’ll be in good company, with 40 million EVs on roads around the world. Transitioning away from internal combustion engines (ICE) is part of every country’s sustainability goals and a major component in reducing global carbon emissions. In Norway, for instance, 90% of […] Continue reading… from Plugging into Cleaner Travel
How do you prepare for business travel? There’s a lot to juggle when you relocate – even temporarily – for meetings, projects, or a short-term assignment. Competency relies on subject matter expertise, business acumen, and softer personal skills. Compact business travel schedules typically require you to engage immediately and manage your time extremely well. Maintaining […] Continue reading… from Bring Your Best Self On A Business Trip
Now that it is officially autumn, for those of us here in New England that means cool, crisp weather, leaves turning beautiful colors, apple cider, pumpkins on porches, and lots of local fairs and fall festivals. Around the world, fall festivals take place in many different countries. Here are a few: Day of the Dead […] Continue reading… from Falling for Autumn Festivals 🍁
School is back in session in most communities, and for parents of special needs children that means a new year of figuring out what the best possible education looks like. In the U.S. alone, 7.5 million children between the ages of three and 21 receive special educational and/or support services*. That’s about 15% of the […] Continue reading… from Schooled in special needs education
