Kongo Gumi: The Oldest Business Legacy
158 views · Aug 29, 2024
Kongo Gumi, founded in 578 AD, was the world's oldest continuously operating business, specializing in Buddhist temple construction. Established by Korean immigrant Shigemitsu Kongo, it built significant structures like the Shitenno-ji Temple. Despite its
Lessons from Journey to the West
2K views · Sep 4, 2024
Journey to the West, a classic Chinese novel, offers valuable insights for modern business. It follows monk Xuanzang and his disciples on a quest for sacred texts, highlighting themes of leadership, teamwork, and resilience. Xuanzang embodies ethical lead
Frederick Smith's High-Stakes Gamble
114 views · Sep 9, 2024
In 1973, FedEx faced imminent bankruptcy, with CEO Frederick W. Smith on the brink of shutting down operations. With only $5,000 left, he took a bold gamble in Las Vegas, hoping to win enough to save the company. Against the odds, Smith won $27,000 at the
Dyson's Vacuum Evolution: Technology Meets Design
6 views · Jan 18, 2025
Dyson's Vacuum Evolution: Technology Meets Design Dyson's patent history is rich and extensive, reflecting the company's commitment to innovation across various product lines, especially in vacuum cleaners, but also in other technologies like air treatmen
Марта и её страсть к носкам
66 views · Feb 1, 2025
В маленьком европейском городке жила девушка Марта, которая работала в магазине одежды и обожала носки. Она коллекционировала их, выбирая каждое утро пару, соответствующую её настроению. Однажды она открыла для себя бренд "Falke", который стал для неё нас
KFC's Chicken Crisis: A Recipe for Resilience
1 views · Jul 2, 2025
In 2018, KFC faced a major crisis when a chicken shortage left 750 UK outlets closed, sparking outrage among fans. Instead of retreating, KFC embraced the situation with humor and humility, issuing a clever apology and introducing a new vegetarian range.