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How Third Culture Kids Hold the Key to Inclusive Leadership | Emilia Lun | TEDxEspoo Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-23 16:52
Oh. Oh. [Music] [Applause] Where are you from.Sounds like a simple question, right. But if you're anything like me, you'll pause. Not because you don't know, but because where do you even begin to explain.My parents are from one country. I was raised in another, went to school in a different one, and feel at home in a fourth. And the truth is, I don't fully belong anywhere.But weirdly enough, I feel like I belong everywhere. And that's what it's like being a third culture kid or short TCK. We're the kids th ...
The Accessibility Conversation You’re Not Having (But Should Be) | L. Denise Wells | TEDxAtlanta
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-17 16:43
[Music] I want to have an inconvenient conversation. And let's face it, no one likes an inconvenient conversation. It's awkward, uncomfortable, maybe even makes us squirm in our seats.But here's what I know for sure. The conversations we avoid are the ones that often we most need to have. And so today, I want to talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion, but not in the way you're used to hearing it.I don't want to talk about race or gender or even who we love. Instead, I want to talk about a piece of the ...
Rewriting AI’s Future for All | Shana Feggins | TEDxRoxbury
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-16 15:10
[Applause] I invite you all to close your eyes for a moment. Picture a child that you love. See their smiles, their dreams, their limitless potential.Now imagine a world where their future is decided by a machine that cannot see them, cannot value them, it cannot even recognize their humanity. You can open your eyes now. This is not science fiction or one of Octavia Butler's novels.This is happening right now. Artificial intelligence or AI is molding our lives. It is making lightning fast decisions, creatin ...
Inclusive Leadership | Hira Asim | TEDxBCP Gulberg Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-13 14:39
Afternoon everyone. I hope you all are doing well. Before we begin, let's imagine for a second, let's imagine a world where every person of every ability stands on the same ground.A world where biases are relics of the past and discrimination has no place. Can you picture a society that is vibrant in its diversity, that is unyielding in its inclusivity, that is steadfast in its equity. Well, what if I were to tell you that this dream can become our reality.Because together, we hold the future. We hold the p ...
Elon Musk's Starlink South African License Decision Up to Regulator
Bloomberg Television· 2025-06-11 06:49
Regulatory Obstacles in South Africa - Starlink's operation in South Africa is hindered by regulations requiring 30% equity to be given to black people, a condition Elon Musk has resisted [1] - South Africa is exploring an "equity equivalent" workaround, allowing investment in black businesses and infrastructure instead of equity transfer [2] - Proposed regulatory changes face pushback from lawmakers and are subject to public comment, potentially delaying resolution by several months [3] Geopolitical Context - Starlink's regulatory issues in South Africa may have been used as a bargaining chip in negotiations between South African and US presidents [4][5] Starlink's African Expansion - Starlink operates in approximately 18 African countries, with Nigeria being the largest market and recent expansion into Congo [6] - Many African countries have eased licensing regulations to facilitate Starlink's operation [7] - Starlink offers a potentially cheaper connectivity solution for rural Africa, where traditional infrastructure rollout is expensive [7]
LinkedIn job expert explains how job seekers must be 'strategic'
Yahoo Finance· 2025-06-08 11:00
The US economy added 139,000 jobs in May, more than expected. Unemployment also remaining steady in the month at 4.2%. Joining me now in studio to break down the report, we've got Andrew McCascal, good friend of the show, LinkedIn career expert. Andrew, good to have you back here. What do you make of this week's this month's numbers? Listen, I think what we're seeing is that businesses are hiring. They're still hiring. Unemployment is sitting pretty steadily at about 4.2%. 2%. Um, interestingly though, heal ...
Target's Market Share Is Slipping -- Time to Buy the Dip or Stay Away?
The Motley Fool· 2025-05-25 10:05
Core Insights - Target's fiscal first-quarter earnings report showed disappointing results, with the company losing market share to competitors like Walmart, Costco, and Amazon [1] - The decline in same-store sales was partly attributed to customer backlash against the rollback of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs [2] - The company warned of the impact of tariffs and economic uncertainty on consumer spending [3] Financial Performance - Target's revenue decreased nearly 3% year over year to $23.8 billion, with same-store sales falling by 3.8% [5] - In-store comparable-store sales dropped by 5.7%, while e-commerce sales rose by 4.7% year over year [6] - Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) fell 36% to $1.30, reflecting lower sales and reduced operating leverage [6] Category Performance - The only category to see growth was food and beverage, which increased by 0.8%, while beauty remained flat [7] - Target managed to hold or gain market share in 15 of 35 sub-merchandise categories, particularly in women's swimwear and toddler apparel [7] Digital Business - Roundel digital advertising revenue grew by 25% year over year to $163 million, with same-day delivery surging by 36% [8] - Despite growth in digital sales, these segments are still too small to significantly offset the challenges in the core in-store business [8] Margin and Guidance - Gross margin decreased by 60 basis points to 28.2%, attributed to markdowns and higher fulfillment costs [9] - Target revised its full-year earnings guidance down to a range of $7 to $9 per share, from a previous outlook of $8.80 to $9.80 [10] Market Position - Target's stock is down about 30% year to date, contrasting with the performance of Walmart and Costco, which are near all-time highs [11] - The company is more exposed to tariffs and weaker consumer spending due to a higher percentage of discretionary merchandise compared to peers [12] Valuation - Target's stock trades at a significant discount to other leading retailers, with a forward price-to-earnings ratio of less than 12 times this year's analyst estimates [12] - Despite the valuation gap, the company's ongoing underperformance raises concerns about its ability to recover [14]
Target slashes outlook after tariffs, DEI boycotts slam sales: ‘We're not satisfied with these results'
New York Post· 2025-05-21 15:00
Core Viewpoint - Target has lowered its full-year sales forecast due to weak discretionary spending, tariff pressures, and consumer boycotts related to its DEI policies [1][5][15] Sales Performance - Comparable sales dropped 3.8% in the quarter ended May 3, exceeding Wall Street's expectations for a decline [2] - The company now expects net sales to fall by a low single-digit percentage, abandoning earlier hopes for a modest increase [1][8] Challenges Faced - CEO Brian Cornell cited several headwinds, including five consecutive months of declining consumer confidence, uncertainty regarding potential tariffs, and backlash from DEI policy updates [3][4] - Target's vulnerability is highlighted compared to competitors like Walmart, which have larger grocery operations that provide a buffer against declines in discretionary spending [6] Internal Strain and Leadership Changes - Signs of internal strain are evident, with a leadership shakeup announced, including the departure of longtime executive Christina Hennington [10] - Chief Operating Officer Michael Fiddelke will lead a new "multiyear acceleration office" aimed at reigniting growth [10] Consumer Backlash and Boycotts - Target has faced boycotts from both conservative and liberal groups due to its handling of diversity initiatives and LGBTQ-themed products [11][12] - The backlash resulted in a 40-day consumer boycott beginning in March and a class-action lawsuit alleging misleading information about financial risks associated with DEI policies [15] Tariff Impact - Tariffs are compounding Target's challenges, influencing pricing strategies, although executives avoided directly blaming tariffs [15][16] - The company is negotiating with suppliers and adjusting sourcing strategies to mitigate tariff impacts [16] Future Strategies - Despite setbacks, Target is focusing on value-driven seasonal events and partnerships to rekindle consumer interest [18] - The company plans to introduce over 10,000 new items this summer, with prices starting as low as $1, aiming to win everyday consumer moments [19]
TalentAlly and disABLEDperson Celebrate 10 Years of Partnership Empowering Job Seekers with Disabilities
Globenewswire· 2025-04-29 20:45
Core Insights - TalentAlly celebrates the 10th anniversary of its partnership with disABLEDperson, Inc., focusing on expanding employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities [1][3] - The collaboration has led to the growth of the Ability Careers platform, attracting nearly 20,000 users from the disability community in the past year [2] - TalentAlly prioritizes disability inclusion through 35-45 annual job fairs, both online and in-person, to enhance recruitment efforts [2] Company Overview - TalentAlly is a business unit of Professional Diversity Network, Inc. (NASDAQ: IPDN), providing inclusive recruitment solutions and job board services [1][7] - The mission of TalentAlly is to bridge the gap between diverse individuals and inclusive companies, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace [4] - disABLEDperson, Inc. is a nonprofit organization focused on reducing the unemployment rate among individuals with disabilities through accessible job boards and advocacy [6]