When we talk about why some technologies succeed while others fail, the conversation often centers on cost, infrastructure, or environmental impact. But there’s another, often more powerful, factor at play: culture. Technology doesn’t exist in a vacuum. It lands in communities that carry histories, beliefs, and traditions that influence how people perceive and respond toContinue reading "Is Culture the Real Decider of Technology’s Success?"
What Three Real Scenarios Taught Me About Communication, Employees, and Brand Success
Human Resources and internal communications are often treated as separate worlds — one focused on policy and compliance, the other on messaging and engagement. In reality, the two are inseparable. No matter how well-designed a policy or operational process might be, if it isn’t communicated effectively, it risks being misunderstood, ignored, or even resented. FromContinue reading "What Three Real Scenarios Taught Me About Communication, Employees, and Brand Success"
Brand Ambassadors in the Digital Age: Blurring Personal and Professional Lines
As marketing and communication strategies adapt to a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the role of the brand ambassador is taking on new meaning. Today, being a brand ambassador goes beyond promoting a product; it’s also about embodying a brand’s values. The role increasingly blurs the line between personal and professional life. Ambassadors now face highContinue reading "Brand Ambassadors in the Digital Age: Blurring Personal and Professional Lines"
U.S. Real Estate Market 2024: Navigating Post-Pandemic Shifts
If you're waiting for U.S. real estate prices to revert to pre-pandemic levels before buying or renting, you may be out of luck. The U.S. real estate market remains firmly tilted in favor of sellers, with elevated prices and low inventory levels persisting. As we move through 2024, potential buyers and renters should be preparedContinue reading "U.S. Real Estate Market 2024: Navigating Post-Pandemic Shifts"
The Hard Choice Between Home and Refuge: Understanding the Real Refugee Story
As I watched news after news of Syrian refugees returning home after years of displacement, several memories crossed my mind. Each, a stark reminder of the intrinsic value people everywhere attach to their roots. It echoed an old African adage: a foreign land full of luxury can never be the same as home. The statisticsContinue reading "The Hard Choice Between Home and Refuge: Understanding the Real Refugee Story"
A Reflection on Faith, Family, and the Passing of Pope Francis
One of the most sobering moments in contemporary Catholic history, for me, was the passing of Pope Francis. When the Pope was hospitalized in February, concern quickly spread across the globe. Even his doctors later admitted they feared the worst. And yet, in true Francis fashion, he recovered. He was discharged, declared out of immediateContinue reading "A Reflection on Faith, Family, and the Passing of Pope Francis"
Enam Cosmetics: A Tailored Beauty Solution, Rooted in Black Excellence
For years, Black consumers have invested billions in the beauty industry, yet the products they rely on are rarely created or owned by people within their own communities. Walk into a beauty supply store in the U.S., Europe, or even Africa, and you’ll find shelves stocked with imported hair and skincare products – most ofContinue reading "Enam Cosmetics: A Tailored Beauty Solution, Rooted in Black Excellence"
Vera Yayra Hayibor: A Journey of Resilience, Faith, and Empowerment
Vera Yayra Hayibor embodies the same drive, hard work, and spirit as her hometown. Her journey from Ghana to Glasgow is a testament to perseverance, unwavering faith, and determination. Not every child who loses a parent early in life grows up to fulfill big dreams, particularly in the developing world. The profound impact of limitedContinue reading "Vera Yayra Hayibor: A Journey of Resilience, Faith, and Empowerment"
Drawn to the Edge: My Longing for the Towns I Never Truly Entered
Of all my travels across the globe, it would surprise most people that the two places that have held me in quiet fascination aren’t distant or exotic, but rather towns nestled right next to my ancestral hometown of Hohoe in Ghana: Santrokofi and Lolobi. These towns border Hohoe to the south and north, and wereContinue reading "Drawn to the Edge: My Longing for the Towns I Never Truly Entered"
The Hidden Dangers of Rip Currents: Staying Safe in the Water
As temperatures soar across the U.S., with highs reaching into the 90s and even above 100 degrees, many are flocking to beaches to find relief. However, this summer's heatwave has brought a deadly reminder of the hidden dangers lurking in the waters: rip currents. These powerful oceanic channels have recently made headlines for all theContinue reading "The Hidden Dangers of Rip Currents: Staying Safe in the Water"
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