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“A Walk In The Woods” and a Lesson in Crafting Exceptional User Experience
As I was listening to the audiobook version of “A Walk In The Woods”, I encountered a section that sent shivers all down my spine - the best user feedback I’ve ever heard! Read why.
by Mary Ann Belarmino | Published in LinkedIn
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What Animal Parenting Can Teach Humans About Raising Resilient Children
Parenting is a difficult and rewarding job. By observing how animals prepare their young for living independently in the wild, we can learn valuable lessons in raising resilient children who are equipped to thrive in society.
by Mary Ann Belarmino | Published in Medium
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LEADERSHIP & STRATEGY
How Fast Should Your Company Really Grow?
“Growth—in revenues and profits—is the yardstick by which the competitive fitness and health of organizations is measured. Consistent profitable growth is thus a near universal goal for leaders—and an elusive one. To achieve that goal, companies need a growth strategy that encompasses three related sets of decisions: how fast to grow, where to seek new sources of demand, and how to develop the financial, human, and organizational capabilities needed to grow. This article offers a framework for examining the critical interdependencies of those decisions in the context of a company’s overall business strategy, its capabilities and culture, and external market dynamics.“
by Gary P. Pisano | Published in Harvard Business Review