Tue.Feb 04, 2025

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What DeepSeek Signals About Where AI Is Headed

Harvard Business

Rather than understanding DeepSeeks R1 as a watershed moment, leaders should think of it as a signal of where the AI landscape is right now and a harbinger of whats to come. They should consider five lessons: 1) were moving from models that recognize patterns to those that can reason, 2) the economics of AI are at an inflection point, 3) the current moment shows how propriety and open source models can coexist, 4) silicon scarcity drives innovation, and 5) in spite of the splash DeepSeek made w

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Muscling your way through

Seth Godin Blog

When there’s an overwhelming amount of incoming, it’s possible to bear down and simply get through it. 200 emails because of a product launch. A project goes viral and there are a lot of fires to put out. A deadline is imminent and it’s going to be a long night… But when the incoming becomes chronic, it’s simply not possible.

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7 Habits to Stay Focused in a World Full of Distractions

Harvard Business

Interruptions, both external and self-inflicted, are no longer the exception; theyve become our default mode. How can you strengthen your attention and stay on track? Here are seven simple techniques to help you cut down on interruptions and increase your focus: 1) Lay the groundwork; 2) Train your brains attention; 3) Direct your emotions; 4) Interrupt your autopilot; 5) Tune into your energy patterns; 6) Practice active listening; 7) Replenish your attention reserves.

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Job Openings Drop by 556,000 in December, Quits Show Job Finding Stress

MishTalk

Job openings have collapsed. And the number of quits confirms people are staying put.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Research: How Boards Can Increase CEO Accountability

Harvard Business

CEOs are seldom dismissed when the company they lead underperforms, in part because they wield considerable power over the board. So how can boards more effectively enforce CEO accountability in the face of poor performance? The authors recently analyzed boards of 865 U.S.-listed manufacturing firms between 2010 and 2020 and identified an often-overlooked source of accountability principles: the military.

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Celebrating 10 Years of Cold Call

Harvard Business

The podcast’s producers handpick three of their favorite episodes.

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Another Great DEI Move by Trump Will Ban Men from Female School Sports

MishTalk

Trump is making massive progress ending DEI nonsense. Expect another win tomorrow.

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What the EV Industry’s Challenges Reveal About Innovation and Regulation

Harvard Business

A conversation with WSJ journalist Mike Colias on disruption and competition.

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Trump says “US Will Take Over the Gaza Strip and Relocate All Palestinians”

MishTalk

Trump’s proposal has no funding or approval of any country but Israel. And it would put US troops in a war zone.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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The Case for Federal Programs That Help Small and Diverse Suppliers

Harvard Business

Research challenges the Trump administration’s assertion that they are a “public waste.

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China Retaliates Against Tariffs, Will Trump Escalate the Trade War?

MishTalk

Trump backed down from Canada and Mexico Tariffs. I suspect not this time. But China retaliated, so what now?

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