Does Appearance Affect Your Career? Addressing the Phenomenon of Beauty Privilege in the Workplace
We are all familiar with the expression “don’t judge a book by its cover.” This expression sounds wise, even ideal. However, this is not always the case, including in the workplace. Various studies show that physical appearance can influence the selection process, promotions, and even salary. This phenomenon is known as “beauty privilege”—the social advantage […]
Shadow Boards: Mendorong Inovasi Lewat Perspektif dari Generasi Muda
Salah satu aset paling berharga yang sering kali tidak dimanfaatkan secara maksimal dalam organisasi adalah potensi generasi muda di dunia kerja. Untuk menjembatani kesenjangan antara karyawan muda dan para pemimpin senior, salah satu pendekatan inovatif yang layak dipertimbangkan adalah pembentukan shadow board atau dewan bayangan. Meskipun konsep ini belum banyak dikenal, terutama di Indonesia, dewan […]
How to Quickly Improve Successor Competence Through Effective On-the-Job Training
Many organizations decline after losing their talented employees. The main cause is that their replacements do not have the same capabilities as their predecessors. Often, this problem is caused by the absence of a structured on-the-job training system to prepare the next generation. This is not only true for family businesses, but also for other […]
The Story of Successful Entrepreneur Uni Tutie: From Home Kitchen to Global Market
In 2017, CNN International released a list of the “50 Most Delicious Foods in the World.” The selection was based on votes cast on Facebook and garnered 35,000 votes. Based on the votes, rendang took first place on the list. Since then, rendang has gained global recognition, opening up significant opportunities for many culinary entrepreneurs […]
Realizing the Professionalism of the Red and White Cooperative
“United villages, a prosperous Indonesia. The Red and White Village Cooperatives must be managed professionally, transparently, and accountably. I am confident that village heads across Indonesia have good intentions to advance and improve the welfare of their villagers. The Red and White Cooperatives are tools to accelerate development and progress in villages throughout Indonesia.” This […]
How to Quickly Improve the Managerial Skills of Non-Business Persons
In today’s world, managerial skills and business acumen are no longer the exclusive domain of business school graduates or corporate professionals. Increasingly, people from non-business backgrounds—such as the military, police, artists, and athletes—are entering the business world, either to prepare for retirement or as a form of self-development. However, a real challenge arises: how to […]
Responding to the Silver Tsunami, the Retirement Wave of the Baby Boomers Generation
The term “silver tsunami” is becoming increasingly popular. It describes the massive wave of baby boomers entering retirement age. This phenomenon is sweeping the world, including Indonesia (although not as intensely as in Europe and Japan). By 2030, all members of the baby boomer generation, also known as the boomer generation, will be over 65 […]
Effective Leadership Amidst the Storm: Strategies for Surviving in an Era of Global Uncertainty
Amidst the current global economic turmoil, effective leadership styles are becoming increasingly crucial. The tariff policies implemented by US President Donald Trump, for example, have increased economic uncertainty and created new challenges for businesses in various countries, including Indonesia. Leaders now have to deal with high tariffs, dynamic alliances, and unpredictable policies. These policies have […]
The Controversy of Budget Efficiency and Learning for Organizations
Budget efficiency has been a hot topic lately, especially in relation to government policy. This efficiency push is outlined in Presidential Instruction (Inpres) No. 1 of 2025 on Spending Efficiency and the Implementation of the 2025 State and Regional Budgets, issued on January 22, 2025. Hasan Nasbi, Head of the Presidential Communication Office (PCO), stated […]