If you're trying to persuade or influence, and someone states something that's obviously false, you should definitely correct them immediately, right? Wrong. People are emotionally attached to their beliefs. If you mercilessly expose every flaw in a person's reasoning, they’ll feel attacked. The amygdala will take over, and their focus will no longer be on listening or reasonable discussion; rather, they will defend themselves or attack in return. Instead, focus on learning more about the other person’s viewpoint, as well as the reasons behind their feelings. Then, work to re-establish common ground, with the goal of laying a foundation you can build upon. Above all, strive to leave the conversation on a positive note. Remember that lasting influence takes time. Your goal isn’t to “win the argument” or change someone’s mind in a single discussion. Rather, strive to see the bigger picture. Read more about how to achieve emotionally intelligent influence in Ch 6 of my new book, "EQ Applied: The Real-World Guide to Emotional Intelligence": https://amzn.to/2sxFLho #EmotionalIntelligence #BestAdvice #negotiation #leadership #empathy #PersonalDevelopment #management #relationships #influence #respect #EQ #EQApplied #MakeEmotionsWorkForYouNotAgainstYou …see more

"I think when tragedy occurs, it presents a choice. You can give in to the void...Or you can try to find meaning." --Sheryl Sandberg (via this morning's column: Thurs.May 4.2017)

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When we’re at work, in a job not directly aligned with our passion or cause, in an office that doesn’t enable us to communicate our feelings the way we prefer, or in a culture that doesn’t readily allow us to connect with coworkers the same way we connect with friends, the message of who we are falls flat. We can’t convey what we want to, because we sense a disconnect between our personal and professional lives. …see more

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We're looking to hire recent graduates and experienced professionals to join our newly launched McKinsey North Asia Industrial IoT Hub in Taipei. Candidates should hold undergraduate or graduate degrees in subjects such as computer science, engineering, and applied math. You will work closely with our tech clients in Taiwan and across North Asia to implement transformations leveraging IoT technologies, artificial intelligence, and data analytics across their purchasing, supply chain management, and manufacturing functions. This is an exciting role for ambitious individuals seeking to step up in their career and have impact. You should be a strong problem-solver and great team player, and be bilingual in Mandarin Chinese and English. For more information or to apply for a position, please email your resume and cover letter to: IOT_careers@mckinsey.com #analytics   #artificialintelligence   #manufacturing   #internetofthings   #bigdata   #technologicalinnovation   #transformations   #careeropportunities   #jobsearch …see more

I went pretty punchy with this piece for the National. These may be totally unprecedented times, but that doesn't mean they were totally unpredictable. Common wisdom dictates that large companies need to act small, we need to disrupt or die and that radical business transformation is essential to not only survival, but untold riches. It is no surprise then, that about $2 trillion has been spent globally on digital transformation and the pursuit of innovation. This would be great news except we see virtually no evidence of any real transformation in our daily lives anywhere. Indeed, change has followed perfectly clear linear trend lines going back 20 years. Think about it: we buy stuff from the internet, watch TV via the internet and work via meetings hosted on the internet. Who could have possibly seen this coming? .....Read more …see more

Quite a lot of stocks these days are basically the memes of 2021. Palantir, Tesla, GameStop, Blue Sphere , AMC Theatres, it's nuts out there. Fundamentals mean nothing in the age of a narrative and excuse.

I'm not one to think that the future is all about Digitally Native or DTC brands, but it's amazing how many great product owners seem to have no interest in selling. Many do so not to upset retailers, many have poor unit economics, but many seem to just assume it's harder than it is. Wonder if you could set up a business that basically buys the rights to do this- uses dropshipping, does marketing, promotions, advertising and takes a fee or rev share. …see more

Imagine trying to explain OTT or streaming to a real person. Would be like trying to explain airline fare codes. Destination is what matters, not means.

A lot of digital ink has been spilled trying to figure out #Millennials - some paint them as valiant justice warriors, while others view them as self-absorbed Peter Pan types. The truth about Millennials, however, is that they're complex. They have different values and preferences than their parents did, and creating a #marketingstrategy and #brandidentity that will resonate with Millennials requires you to understand a few basic things. …see more

The modern holy grail for marketers and executives alike is understanding today’s #connectedcustomer and the best way to do that is to map out their buying journey from beginning to end. Whether your brand is looking for true love and loyalty, more #marketshare , or increased #sales for q1, mapping customer journeys is key. …see more

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When it comes to expression of individuality, you’d be hard-pressed to find a more visual example of that than the annual Met Gala. It’s almost impossible to overstate the importance of customization and personalization to today’s consumers. None of us wants to be thought of as a demographic—as a suburban woman between the ages of 29 and 34. We want to be known as Nicole. As James. As Shama. …see more

So what insights can B2B marketers derive from B2C communications? They can start by prioritizing personalization and direct communications, utilizing social media, and turning existing customers into brand advocates.

“Restaurant chain TGI Friday’s (TGIF) used AI at many levels of its marketing operations to double its off-premise sales in just the last year — adding up to about $150 million in revenue, according to VentureBeat’s estimates.” https://lnkd.in/gK-776i They worked with Hypergiant and Conversable . #artificialintelligence …see more