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The Worst Private Equity Deal in History: Energy Future Holdings bad deal lbo lessons learnt private equity Aug 11, 2024

In private equity,  high-risk-high-reward investments are the norm, but not every bet pays off. One of the most notorious failures in the industry is the acquisition of Energy Future Holdings

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Victoria Cares: A Novel Leadership Blueprint leadership vcii victoria cares Aug 11, 2024

Introduction to Victoria Cares

"Victoria Cares" is a leadership framework crafted to guide leaders in nurturing a balanced and effective leadership style. The concept originates from a blend of found...

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The 10 Taxes That We Live By: A Comprehensive Guide corporate finance tax vcii Aug 11, 2024

Taxes play a critical role in shaping economies, funding public services, and regulating behavior. Here's an expanded look at the ten key taxes that influence our daily lives, with additional examples...

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Web3 and the Metaverse: Transforming Private Equity Through Decentralization digital private equity metavers private equity web3 Aug 11, 2024

As Web3 and the Metaverse reshape the digital landscape, private equity stands at a transformative crossroads. These decentralized technologies promise to redefine how private equity firms invest, rai...

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The Debate for and Against Hybrid Working culture hybrid work work from home workplace Aug 10, 2024

Hybrid working has become a prominent topic of discussion in the corporate world, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic forced companies to adopt remote work. As organizations transition from crisis ...

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What Corporate ESG Can Learn from the 2024 Olympics diversity esg ethics inclusivity olympics Aug 09, 2024

Overview: The Uniqueness of the 2024 Paris Olympics

The 2024 Paris Olympics were envisioned as a landmark event, setting new standards for sustainability, innovation, and inclusivity. The org

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What Do the Top Leadership and Coaching Influencers in 2024 Have in Common? influencer leadership linkedin personal branding Aug 07, 2024

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Reflecting on the “Big Blue Catwalk” - LinkedIn, some influencers shine for their exceptional leadership and coaching skills. We tasked one of our volunteer analysts to crawl LinkedIn an...

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The BAFTA Model for Accelerated Coaching bafta model coaching oscar model vcii Aug 07, 2024

In the fast-paced world of business, coaching has become an essential tool for personal and professional growth. To meet the growing demand for effective coaching, a structured approach is crucial. In...

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Elevating Negotiation Efficiency in Private Equity: Strategies, Techniques, and Best Practices negotiations private equity vcii Aug 05, 2024

Negotiation is an essential skill in private equity, where every deal's success hinges on the ability to reach mutually beneficial agreements. This detailed guide explores various negotiation techniqu...

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Mr. Beast: Lessons for Private Equity and Investment Professionals influencer mr beast private equity youtube Aug 05, 2024

Back in the early 2000s, employees at Procter & Gamble (P&G) were trained on "How to be a Madonna." The iconic singer represented consistency, creativity, hard work, persistence, and boldness, contras...

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The Case for the In-house Corporate Venture Studio innovation private equity venture studio Aug 04, 2024

 

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, corporate venture studios are emerging as a powerful strategy for fostering innovation and driving growth from within. Unlike traditional

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Taking LOUD Budgeting Corporate: Why Corporates Should Adopt a Loud Budgeting Approach empowerment loud budgeting transparency Aug 04, 2024

What is Loud Budgeting?

Loud budgeting is a financial trend that encourages being open and vocal about budgeting choices and financial boundaries. Popularized on social media platforms like TikTok, i...

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Why ChatGPT Will Become the Pariah of AI? ai chatgpt ethiccal ai future of ai Aug 04, 2024

Artificial Intelligence: Beyond ChatGPT

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is more than just ChatGPT!

While ChatGPT, a model of Generative AI, has garnered significant attention, AI encompasses a vast arr...

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The Dawn of Open Banking fintech open banking vcii Aug 04, 2024

Introduction to Open Banking

Open banking is a transformative financial system that empowers third-party financial service providers to access consumers' banking data, such as transactions and paymen...

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The Cost of Corporate Munchausen Syndrome cms leadership munchausen Aug 04, 2024

Understanding Corporate Munchausen Syndrome

Like humans, coprorates do suffer from various syndromes;  where  here exists a phenomenon akin to Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy. In this disorder, caregive...

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