When was the last time you met a recreational marathoner? Running a marathon is neither easy nor is it especially fun — it’s hours and hours of training, feet hitting the pavement, blisters, cramps and fatigue. But athletes don’t run marathons looking for an easy win or simple recreation. They …
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NFT art has been making headlines. There’s artist Victor Langlois, also known as FEWOCiOUS, whose NFT art series generated $2.16 million at a Christie’s auction this summer. Another example? Mike Winkelmann, also known as Beeple, had his art sold by Christie’s for $69 million. These numbers are jaw-dropping. However, the …
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With the pandemic still ongoing, it’s difficult to know when the world will return to “normal” and in-person networking can resume. Until then, many professionals will remain working — and connecting — fully remotely, which can lead to the dreaded burnout known as “Zoom fatigue.” In this distant environment, finding …
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The cannabis marketplace is rapidly evolving, offering tempting opportunities — and tough decisions — for brands with an appetite for growth. Established brands are at a crossroads: Is it smarter to cash in on the first-mover advantage and launch into new markets, building brand awareness and scaling geographic reach? Or …
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The end of WWI gave rise to the Roaring ’20s, a time of economic rebound and recovery. Future release from Covid-19 restrictions will likely invite us to gather again in a similar fashion: Music, food, travel, theater and sports will all come roaring back. Here are my predictions of what …
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