Economy & Leadership
INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP
Success factors are linked to the ability to inspire employee participation and engagement.
Companies that are characterized by flat organizations with delegated responsibility and high job satisfaction tend to achieve better results than organizations with low employee satisfaction.
ON FREEDOM AT WORK
It started as an emergency solution through a few shaky Zoom meetings, the kitchen table as a desk while the closet became the new conference room.
Soon it became more than that. Hybrid working has since evolved to become normative, not only in Sweden but worldwide.
How can flow make us better at work?
Flow is a state of total focus that has become increasingly important in the workplace.
But how do you get into such states and how long can your brain keep going with the same amount of energy?
Service design is increasingly important in a successful customer journey
The linear approach to sales and marketing of the 1960s is a thing of the past. Today, the customer is at the center. Nowadays, the customer experience is not over after the sale - it continues.
The cancer tour that creates mental health problems in the workplace
The 'cancel culture' is a growing problem in workplaces, resulting in increased mental health problems. Poor leadership often exacerbates such situations, while rumors can spread on social media, causing personal attacks.
The magical silence of the northern plains attracted
Some of us remember the beautiful landscape photos that Jonna Jinton has published over the years. Despite this, she has remained a doldrum in Sweden. She is all the more famous globally with over five million followers on YouTube.
Striking a balance between efficiency and empathy
AI has come into our lives to stay, which can mean many opportunities. Some people feel efficient by doing more in less time. However, there is a danger with AI: the risk of forgetting our 'human' abilities.
COPY Magazine - the first fully AI-generated fashion magazine.
COPY Magazine was generated entirely by AI. The first issue was an experiment in how creative work can benefit from AI's interpretive capabilities. Carl-Axel Wahlström sees unlimited possibilities for the future.
Human robots - the future or the end of humanity?
Humanoids or human robots have come a long way, especially in terms of body movements. Boston Dynamics is at the forefront of the most advanced companies. But... could AI also have 'human' emotions one day?
The workplace of the future - trendspotting
During the pandemic, we experienced widespread store closures, including office closures. This, together with a more flexible way of working, has changed the conditions for tomorrow's workplace. Taking a step back seems impossible now that we appreciate our increased freedom.
The easiest way to get an investor on the hook
An interesting and well-written business plan is a necessary foundation, but it needs more than that. Investors also look at the co-founders of a company and their track record and abilities and past performance. But, above all: How do do they work together?
Avanza's founder: Curious - and filthy rich in the process
As the founder of Avanza, he has become the godfather of stock investors, revolutionizing online trading. Sven Hagströmer is driven by curiosity and the desire to help, but the fuel remains finance.
Job Bonaire: How much extra pension you earn
Are you a job holder? For those who continue to work, there are local differences between financial gains according to the recently released report by the Swedish Pensions Agency.
Tax funds - a goldmine when Swedish schools are exported
The debate on state-funded private schools has long been heated. Over the years, the Academedia group of independent schools has often been debated in the media, receiving both praise and blame - now with new plans.
How you can earn money: 10,000 SEK a month on your savings
Is it possible to change your situation if you are at rock bottom? Jan Bolmeson says that it is possible, but it requires faith and knowledge about what to do with your money.
Savings Profile of the Year: How big a buffer you should have - and how to get there
A good way to get your finances under control is to build up a buffer, says savings expert Annifrid Huhtala. "An important basis for private savings is the security of being able to handle unforeseen events.
Millionaire's tip: What to do with your money
Wealthy retirees maintain their assets through careful management over time. A common rule of thumb is not to "live beyond" the annual returns of the savings rate. How do you live?
Clock: The story of when the Swedish state fried hamburgers
In the 1970s, the Swedish state was a restaurateur and competed with McDonalds both in Sweden and abroad. Do you remember what a Big Clock or Big Dream tasted like? The equivalent of the "Big Mac".
Managers ruining the mood with 'subtle sabotage'
A survey of the working conditions of legal counsel in the United States revealed that bullying has become more common - in some cases bordering on abuse. 'Sublime sabotage' is a phenomenon that seems to be growing.
Then the quest for perfection becomes an obstacle
Having a clear vision, but failing time and time again to achieve your goals can cause great frustration. The gap between what we want and what we actually achieve can make us give up. How can we keep going?
Advice to female CEOs: Don't apologize
Can you become a CEO accidentally? "Accidental CEO" has become a coined term that circulates mainly among women and yet seems to be accepted by them. How do they see it?
Being in debt costs you - your health takes a hit
Being in debt is costly and getting out of a difficult financial situation can be virtually impossible. Getting caught in a debt trap is even easier. Unsecured loans with usurious interest rates are particularly risky.
The luxury housing market is booming in the US
Colorado's most expensive home sold for $100 million in Aspen Colorado. This adds the state to the top list of places with exclusive homes. But what about the rest of the luxury market?
How to make money and become reasonably rich
Many people dream of being rich enough not to have to worry about money and to be able to treat themselves. However, there are no easy solutions - but how do you create the magic leverage to get there?
Groundbreaking discovery: Cosmic channel in space - "near us"
Space scientists have recently made fascinating discoveries that suggest our solar system is connected to others via a cosmic conduit. Advanced X-ray technology has made it possible to explore space in a new way.
Alien signals from Mars remain a mystery
The SETI Institute simulated a scenario with signals from Mars to investigate what it would be like to receive messages from an alien civilization. After almost a year, a father-daughter team managed to decipher the 'signal'.