A few years ago, Thomas Friedman eloquently said that “the world is flat.” Technology and globalization have made commerce a far more level playing field than it was many decades ago. The internet has unlocked opportunities, giving businesses access to previously unreachable customers. There’s a sense of equal opportunity in markets, with geographical and historical knowledge becoming more and more irrelevant. From business schools to boardrooms, building global leaders has been identified as a crucial factor for organizational growth. That makes sense when competition can come from anywhere. Being globally-focused is now a prerequisite for survival.
The Best Global Leaders are Local Leaders
A few years ago, Thomas Friedman eloquently said that “the world is flat.” Technology and globalization have made commerce a far more level playing field than it was many decades ago. The internet has unlocked opportunities, giving businesses access to previously unreachable customers. There’s a sense of equal opportunity in markets, with geographical and historical […]
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