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Biz leaders are confused.Trump admin issuing BIG changes daily. SMBs ask how to manage with so much #Disruption Now is #Chaos not Disruption. You CAN plan now - expecting even BETTER outcomes. I wrote the book on Managing during Disruptions this #podcast tells you what to do bit.ly/4i1ZOMG
The Business Trendsetter Podcast - Yes, You Can Outplan Trump. Even During this Chaos
Six weeks into the new administration, chaos—not disruption—reigns, but smart leaders recognize that big trends remain unchanged, and those who plan strategically can turn uncertainty into opportunity...
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February 28, 2025 at 10:36 PM
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#starbucks got a new CEO but most likely out of the wrong pile. Focus on operational improvement when they most need to refocuson their Value Proposition is a big miss. This #podcast explains why & what's new for you from #DeepSeek #ai bit.ly/4k3AGXf
The Business Trendsetter Podcast - How the New CEO is Screwing up Starbucks, and the Lessons from DeepSeek Release
Starbucks’ leadership drifted from its Value Proposition, while SMBs must proactively integrate AI to remain competitive.
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February 21, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Tesla sales down 60% Germany, down 63% France, down 43% Netherlands - overall down 50% in EU. His focus on taking over US govt isn't doing his car co (nor its investors) any good bit.ly/42NgW3R
Tesla's European Decline: Musk's EV Giant Faces Struggles
Tesla's sales in Europe are plummeting as rivals gain ground. Elon Musk's controversies, ageing models and market shifts challenge the EV leader
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February 7, 2025 at 11:19 PM
Nobody can outperform #trends . #AMZN beats #WMT to become world's largest retailer Q4 2024. In biz you want to ride trends to growth rather than attempting to defend & exist your old biz model #SparkPartners.com #AdamHartung.com #strategy #trendcasting #scenarioplanning
February 7, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Eliminating USAID creates a power vacuum in other countries that our adversaries exploit. The Chinese Belt & Road program used $ instead of guns to make allies - it worked. USAID was the same. Give away food & medicine instead of guns. Trump/Musk/Rubio too dumb to understand bit.ly/4gw2Reu
Why cutting USAID will hurt American foreign policy
Ian's Quick Take: The US Agency for International Development is in the process of being shut down. Nearly all Washington staff have been put on leave, they're closing missions abroad, the State Depar...
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February 7, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Election concluded 11/6 - 3 mos ago. Leaders now complaining about "blitzkrieg" of change from new admin, but it was thoroughly predictable. Did you scenario plan to prepare - or are you now blindsided by the predictable? This #podcast tells you how to plan effectively 2025-2029 bit.ly/3V0NjYg
The Business Trendsetter Podcast - Post Election Scenario Planning – Needed Now More Than Ever!
Prepare your business for inevitable change by using scenario planning to navigate short-term disruptions and position for long-term success—because luck is not a strategy.
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February 6, 2025 at 10:59 PM
David Brooks is a conservative to the core. And he calls Trump stupid. The Six Principles of Stupidity www.nytimes.com/2025/01/30/o...
Opinion | Trump and Stupidity
I define stupidity as ignoring the question: What would happen next? By that definition, the Trump administration has produced volleys of it.
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January 31, 2025 at 9:53 PM
#DeepSeek has raised interest in #artificialintelligence even higher. The will increase uses & oppy's for biz to be more efficient & sell more stuff. #Microsoftand #meta both continue big investments. This #podcast tells you the skills to win w #AI bit.ly/3WtPtQ0 #chatgpt #openai #llm #strategy
The Business Trendsetter Podcast - What Skills Do You Need to Excel at Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
Success in AI relies more on business skills like understanding data, problem-solving, critical thinking, continuous learning, and communication.
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January 30, 2025 at 9:25 PM
3 yrs after killing #CNN+ the network FINALLY figures out streaming is the ONLY way to grow bit.ly/4aBePBX This #podcast explains how defending existing practices (like #CNN did) kills your biz You MUST move to new markets bit.ly/4gbMMKO #strategy #strategicplanning #Defend&Extend #revenuegrowth
CNN to launch new streaming service
CNN CEO Mark Thompson has announced plans for a new streaming service that would be available globally.
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January 28, 2025 at 9:46 PM
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Until abortion is legal in every state, lets require men to get a mandatory vasectomy until they are proven emotionally mature, financially responsible and ready to be a father.
Wait, what do you mean regulations on men's bodies make you uncomfortable?
November 27, 2024 at 3:18 AM
#Nvidia replaced #Intel on the #DJA You might say "who cares" but it's an important lesson for all biz leaders. This #podcast explains how small or big any company can lose relevancy very quickly if you focus on operations & ignore #trends bit.ly/4eJWeUZ #strategy #strategicplanning #DavidVGoliath
The Business Trendsetter Podcast - What Nvidia Replacing Intel on the DJIA Means for YOU
Nvidia replacing Intel on the Dow Jones shows how companies staying relevant by following trends, a lesson for leaders on the importance of adapting to market shifts.
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November 27, 2024 at 12:32 AM
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Everyone’s directing their hate at Garland today, but I’ve got enough rage go around. John Roberts and the corrupt Seditious Six can GFT.
November 26, 2024 at 3:24 PM