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BUSINESS MATTERS (BEYOND THE BOTTOM LINE)
A healthier new year
by Francis J. Kong - January 3, 2026 - 12:00am
Every time I do a seminar and the topic of health comes up, I play a little game with the audience.
Of scorpions and snakes
by Francis J. Kong - October 11, 2025 - 12:00am
Let me tell you a story. It’s not one of those cute fairy tales where everyone lives happily ever after. This one ends wet, stung and slightly dead.
The AI challenge marketers are not talking about
by Francis J. Kong - August 3, 2025 - 12:00am
We’ve got a long title for today’s column — and no, it’s not mine. This one comes from marketing guru Mark Schaefer (shared with permission).
Finding truth in a noisy world
by Francis J. Kong - July 5, 2025 - 12:00am
In a world where headlines mislead, opinions masquerade as facts, and AI writes term papers (and possibly love letters!), truth has never been more critical—or more complicated.
Kicked by a mule
by Francis J. Kong - June 7, 2025 - 12:00am
In a particular country, there was a woman whose husband was named Steve, and he was rather annoying. Steve used to complain about everything.
Sophists and motivational speakers
by Francis J. Kong - February 16, 2025 - 12:00am
If you’ve ever attended a high-energy seminar where a speaker yells, “unleash your greatness!” while pacing in an expensive suit reflective of poor fashion sense, congratulations – you’ve...
The power of invisible systems
by Francis J. Kong - February 9, 2025 - 12:00am
I’m not exaggerating when I say I’ve read every one of Seth Godin’s books.
Listen like a leader
by Francis J. Kong - November 30, 2024 - 12:00am
One day, a conversation took place between husband and wife:
UNIQLO’s sustainability commitment
by Marianne V. Go - November 15, 2024 - 12:00am
Japanese fashion group Fast Retailing is one company that is really committed to its sustainability promise, implementing novel measures to recycle, donate, reuse, upcycle and spearhead a real and practical pre-owned...
No such thing as a bad idea
by Francis J. Kong - October 26, 2024 - 12:00am
Have you ever joined a “brainstorming session” and heard the facilitator say, “Come on, guys, there is no such thing as a bad idea?”
Red flags and vital signs
by Francis J. Kong - October 13, 2024 - 12:00am
HR: 57 BP: 110/70 RR:18 Temp: 36.4 This information is sent to me through our CG (group chat), which monitors the patient’s conditio
Succession planning
by Francis J. Kong - September 29, 2024 - 12:00am
“Success without succession is failure” is a common saying in both family businesses and corporate conglomerates.
The hero in the story
by Francis J. Kong - September 14, 2024 - 12:00am
Paul Harvey tells the following story: It was a terrible winter in Chicago.
George would be proud
by Marrianne V. Go - September 6, 2024 - 12:00am
George S.K. Ty would likely be beaming with pride in heaven at how his children – led by Arthur, Alfred, Alesandra and Anjanette – have proven themselves as able stewards of the conglomerate that he started,...
The farmer and the scientist
by Francis J. Kong - September 1, 2024 - 12:00am
A farmer and a scientist are walking down a trail together.
What's that boss joke again
by Francis J. Kong - August 31, 2024 - 12:00am
Many businesses host events, town halls, or “talk show” features where internal leaders are interviewed or external speakers are invited to share insights. I’ve attended numerous such events and...
Habituation
by Francis J. Kong - August 17, 2024 - 12:00am
“Everybody’s talking about the Good Old Days...the good old days...
Accepting hassles as a skill
by Francis J. Kong - July 6, 2024 - 12:00am
On his way to be sworn in as the most powerful man in the world, had to be lifted out of his car and carried up the stairs.
From setbacks to success
by Francis J. Kong - April 21, 2024 - 12:00am
One businessman lamented: “I’m a walking economy?”
Understanding and leading Gen Z
by Francis J. Kong - April 6, 2024 - 12:00am
After Generation Z, the next generation should be called Generation AA.
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