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Dr. Cynthia Warrick – Pharmacist, health services researcher, faculty, administrator, business woman

Pharmacist, health services researcher, faculty, administrator, business woman, and now Dr. Cynthia Warrick is the 7th President and the first female to lead Stillman College, a historically black liberal arts college in Tuscaloosa Alabama.  With over 20 years of higher education faculty and administrative positions, Dr. Warrick received a Ph.D. in Environmental Science & Policy from George Mason University after completing a M.S. Public Policy at Georgia Tech and a B.S. Pharmacy degree from Howard University. She began her academic career with the pharmacy school faculty at Howard University, followed by appointments at the University of Texas Houston Health Science Center, Texas Southern University, Florida A&M University, and Elizabeth City State University.  Prior to her selection as President of Stillman, she served as Interim President at Grambling State University and at South Carolina State University.  Dr. Warrick is a life member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and serves on the boards of the United Way of West Alabama, the West Alabama Chamber, the Tuscaloosa County Industrial Development Authority, the Tuscaloosa County Preservation Society, and the Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama.

Stillman College, authorized by the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in the United States in 1875, held its first classes in 1876 and was chartered as a legal corporation by the State of Alabama in 1895. At that time, the name was changed from Tuscaloosa Institute to Stillman Institute. The Institute was a concept initiated by the Reverend Dr. Charles Allen Stillman, pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Tuscaloosa. The mission of the Institution expanded over the first fifty years as it acquired its present campus tract of over 100 acres as it became co-educational and opened a nursing school and hospital to provide medical care to African Americans in West Alabama. Stillman College is committed to fostering academic excellence, to providing opportunities for diverse populations, and to maintaining a strong tradition of preparing students for leadership and service by fostering experiential learning and community engagement designed to equip and empower Stillman’s students and its constituents.

Since arriving at Stillman College in January 2017 as the Interim President Warrick set out to transform Stillman College into the premier HBCU. Her initiatives at the College establish a model for HBCUs and other small liberal arts colleges to transform themselves by developing sustainable partnerships and programs that increase opportunity and access for their students. This model establishes other revenue streams that reduce the College’s dependence on tuition and fees and increase financial stability. When fully implemented, this model will prevent the need to increase tuition, ensuring a college degree is accessible and affordable, and will increase the competitiveness of Stillman College students as they apply for entry into major graduate programs and professional schools. Stillman College has established the only apprenticeship program at a 4-year institution in the state of Alabama in order to have a positive and major impact on graduates’ lives, families and communities.  Incorporating community engagement as part of the educational programs at the College will ensure that Stillman is one of the first institutions local agencies think of when looking for partners to enhance community service.

Stillman College is located in a designated Opportunity Zone, which provides tax incentives for development investors. Dr. Warrick seized this opportunity to enlist the support of potential private equity partners and consultants to develop investment projects for the school’s vacant and unused property. Opportunity Zones offer a way to mitigate risk for impact investors who are interested in both profit and social good. Stillman is one of an estimated thirty to forty HBCUs with such investment opportunities on their campuses. Many of them are real estate investments or other business partnerships. Intentional development focused on the community needs can provide services that will benefit the students and the community and this type of partnership is the hallmark of Cynthia Warrick’s sustainability plan for Stillman College. The vicinity of the College is a food desert lacking restaurants or other retail outlets that could benefit the community. Development could provide housing for working adults and student veterans and other amenities that would elevate the area and increase its contribution to the standard of living in West Tuscaloosa.; the closest non-student housing is much too expensive for moderate income renters. Additionally, development could provide jobs for students, because most Stillman students do not have cars; transportation is a major barrier to part-time employment.

Dr. Warrick’s leadership at Stillman College has also focused on maintaining its academic achievements. In 2020, the College was reaffirmed as fully accredited by its accrediting body, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, and it was named among the Colleges of Distinction for 2020-2021. These accomplishments demonstrate that Stillman College is not only fully affirmed by its peers as academically, procedurally, and financially sound, but it is also recognized by a national body that measures distinction among colleges. As a College of Distinction, Stillman College earned recognition for engaging students, great teaching, vibrant community activity and engagement, and successful outcomes of its programs.

Community partnerships have grown exponentially through the efforts of Dr. Warrick across all areas of the college. Stillman has been working closely with Chamber of Commerce and businesses in Tuscaloosa, like Mercedes Benz US International, B.F. Goodrich, Nucor Steel, and Hunt Refinery.  Along with other Fortune 500 companies and the federal government, creating opportunities for internships, co-ops, and apprenticeships.  Stillman was one of the first institutions to participate in the Governor’s HBCU Co-Op program.

Stillman College is taking the proactive steps under the leadership of Dr. Cynthia Warrick to build a model for HBCUs and small liberal arts college to transform with sustainability. Warrick sees the tenuous positions of small private colleges in general and HBCUs in particular as a moment of opportunity to rethink their positioning and their relationships. By focusing on external partnerships with local businesses and agencies, as well as with other educational institutions to provide broader opportunities for Stillman College’s students, Warrick is charting a new path for one small college that could become a map for others to follow toward greater opportunities for their students and more secure futures for their institutions.

Women Leadership – Musings of a Co-Founder of a fashion start-up

My background is in advertising at Saatchi & Saatchi; Eileen, my Co-Founder, has a background in fashion working for Nichole Fahri. We have been friends for a long time, having met at the school gate when our children were little. We felt that our complementary backgrounds, skills sets and characters were the perfect combination to start a business together.

We have just celebrated our third anniversary, having launched in September 2017. It has been a roller coaster rider of fantastic highs, some nerve wracking lows, but mostly hard work and lots of fun. We have met some amazing people along the way and it has shown us that there is a kind way to do business – it doesn’t have to be to the detriment of those around you or indeed the planet.

Sometimes, with so much to do on a daily basis, we can forget to pat ourselves on the back and realise how far we have come in those three years, We hope that Cucumber will grow from strength to strength, but either way, we have launched a label that is a recognised brand worldwide with customers all over the globe. No mean feat for a tiny start-up on a shoestring budget with no outside marketing or PR help.

I think to launch any business takes three main characteristics; determination – if you want to go from something you have to give it your all and see it through; organisation – there is always so much to do and not all of it can be done at once; which leads me onto prioritising – and this means in a personal capacity too. You have to learn to prioritise yourself sometimes so that the business can be supported by two mentally and physically fit happy co-founders. If we are flailing, then the business will suffer so it’s in everyone’s interests to stay fit and focused.

The lightbulb moment for our business happened when we realised that we were spending so much of our day in our workout gear. Getting dressed for a gym or pilates session and then not changing as the materials used are so comfortable to wear, stay crease free and are easy to care for. We wanted to replicate all the qualities of anti-crush, cooling, stay fresh and comfortable clothing, but in more stylish everyday pieces from materials that looked as good as they feel. Every piece of Cucumber feels amazing next to the skin.

After researching fabrics for almost two years, we launched with a very small capsule collection of just six nightwear pieces to test the market. We were truly overwhelmed by the response we got which gave us the confidence to expand into more everyday pieces. There was and is clearly a market for ultra- modern performance fabrics that work with your body. Modern clothing should do more than just dress a body. All our fabrics and styles provide women with wardrobe solutions for their busy lives – timeless pieces that fit into their wardrobe, require minimal care and can be worn day or night, at home, at work or globetrotting the world.

Sometimes, being a tiny start-up can have real advantages – it forces you to make everything work that bit harder. We have always had to find innovative ways to achieve our goals. Unconventionality is what we stand for, both in terms of what we are doing and how we get things done. We see ourselves as, amongst other things, educators in this space. Technical fabrics can feel fabulous, they keep the wearer cool and fresh and they can be sustainable. So many women feel that human made fibres by their very nature cannot be sustainable and cannot be luxurious We are here to bust that myth! We are not the scratchy nylons of the 70’s; we are beautiful, luxuriously soft fabrics with all the added benefits of modern technology.

From the very start, we wanted to be mindful of the world around us. We realise that producing anything leaves a carbon footprint, but we want ours to be as light as possible. We are not perfect, but with every new collection we are getting a little better – no small feat for a tiny fashion label. Once our fabric arrives in the UK (nothing like this is produced here), we design, sample, grade and manufacturer all within a 5-mile radius. We also source all our labels and trims within England and have eliminated all plastics from our supply chain. We send out all online orders using Royal Mail, so as not to add to the number of deliveries on the road.

We have more exciting developments planned for the future, but for the moment, we are happy to have come this far and bring our wonderful loyal customer base with us for the ride.

QUESTIONNAIRE- League of Successful Business Women 2020.

Fatima E. Al Shirawi: Leading entrepreneur in GCC

1. At the outset, please give us a glimpse of yourself.

My name is Fatima Al Shirawi, and I am a colour consultant in GCC. I founded The Gracious F in 2008 in Dubai,after pursing my studies in Washington DC, London School of fashion and Polimoda. With a Passion for Travel, education and giving back to the community, my core values are : Empowering women to be educated and their best self individually and professionally Sharing her knowledge and expertise to serve the community and support local and youth talent Learning every day and developing helping her team to grow and exceed in their individual and professional lives.

2. Briefly describe your company and the products or services you are offering.

Successfully combining colour psychology in all spectrums of individual re-branding and self-development, to businesses that are looking to enhance their awareness and strategy through colour solutions in branding & marketing, Luxury Retail training, PR, Workshops or residential and corporate interior design.

3. Going back to your early career decisions, tell us what factors influenced your decision to be an entrepreneur?

My fathers’ side of the family are all mainly entrepreneurs with businesses in diverse industries, and my mother’s side all mainly doctors. At a very young age I was already very creative and perceptive with human psychology, therefore I pursed Sociology and Marketing as a bachelor’s degree, and later specialized in colour psychology from the colour affects Institute in the UK, combining both of my skills. I always wanted to help Individuals & Businesses overcome their barriers & reach their goals with support of colour science, and this was the primary for which I founded The Gracious F.

4. Who are your clients? How do you ensure the unbreakable faith of your clients?

Our services are applicable to many industries, from Interior Design, Retail, Government organizations to Coaching & Training centres. Most of our clients fall within luxury products & services segment.

5. Shed light on your team. What ethos is maintained for the employees in your company?

I believe that its important that your team is motivated personally as much a professionally. I hand them all the tools to help them develop their skills and grow within their careers. A good example is a Individual Colour Session – that allows them to understand their weaknesses & strengths through their personality report, the colour kit that they also receive, allows them to use colour to their power, personally or professionally with the knowledge of which hues fit them best and which occasions to use them.

6. As your company grew, or re-grew from your pivot, what were the primary challenges?

The first challenge was building awareness and understanding of this crucial science, when we speak of colours, individuals automatically assume this has to do with only with fashion, style, or trends. Even though colour psychology has been studied more intensely in early 1980’s, the impact of colour on our products, design, consumer behaviour is unimaginable. Simple way to explain is, 80% of our feelings and reaction over colour is Sub conscious.

7. How did you get where you are today, and who/what helped you along the way?

My family has been my pioneer of my support, and along the way every client, or organization that has benefitted through colour science has been my biggest motivation, to do more, help more individuals and organizations understand the importance of colour science and how to use it to your benefit. Most of my projects and new clients come through referrals.

8. What suggestion you would give for companies on how they can contribute to a more balanced and equal industry?

I suggest companies to Invest in understand their teams better, offer them tools and training which can also enhance their personal lives. Focus on the needs of your team as they are the pioneer of your success, and of course, learn and apply colour science to your branding tools, marketing tools, interior, team building – Your growth in revenues and efficiency will be a incredible 😊

9. Please take us to the routine of your day, from the time you wake up to the time you go off to sleep. Also, share your hobbies.

Once I wake up, I have my breakfast, message a good morning to my team and start planning my day. As the only colour expert in my team, my team and myself must make sure my calendar and schedule are set weeks in advance. My hobbies are reading, drawing, spending time with my family and my Yoga and & Gym keep me balanced and sane after a busy day at work.

10. Tell us about a favourite book that inspires you.

I have many favourite books, currently Its: Stillness Speaks by Eckhart Toll. This book shows us how to become your true self by accepting stillness and silence. The ideology is that when we are no longer limited or bounded  by our thinking mind, any suffering or pain disappears and we are able to move forward towards a new awareness of our relationships, environment and of the profound wisdom that is to be found in stillness. Truly inspiring and especially useful during the worldwide crises we are all currently facing where our overall emotions are very vulnerable.

11. What does the future hold for your company? Kindly share your future goals. What are you most excited about?

Our services have recently been launched online, our clients are now able to have their sessions online, and tool kit and reports are sent to the client upon completion. In 2018 I built a in house training COLOUR MATRIX – specifically for large retail organizations. This 360-program including, customer profiling, buying, visual merchandising and sales training is a cheat sheet to extraordinary performance and revenues. This program is now available online too.

12. Mention any awards and milestones that your company has received.

Business Leader Award

Winner of the Middle East, North Africa & Asia Best Business Leader Awards 2015 – 10th December 2015 – Burj Al Arab, Dubai

UNASCO Award

Honorary Awards for outstanding leading businesswomen across the MENA

APEA Award

Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards winner in 2015

SME Award

SME Beyond Borders. Global Model for Success Award

  1. As a source of inspiration for many, what would your advice be for female entrepreneurs, who are planning to enter in the business world?

I believe female entrepreneurs have a gift, the gift of multi-tasking. I would advise all female entrepreneurs to follow their dreams, nothing comes easy or without hard work, but if you focus and plan your goals, there will be nothing stopping you from success.

  1. What is your favourite quote?

‘Stop acting so small. You are the universe in ecstatic Motion’ by RUMI

Lindsey Myers: Fuelling Business Growth

1. At the outset, please give us a glimpse of yourself.

Lindsey Myers founded Concrete Blonde Consulting in November 2016 to pursue her passion for building reputations and revenues through business development marketing strategies.  The company has since been named one of the “Top 15 PR Agencies in New York” by The Manifest and one of the “Top 10 Best PR Agencies” by Web Surf Media.

Myers provides profit and growth solutions and thrives as a consultant. A communications expert and entrepreneur, she has over twelve-years of experience serving various industries including consumer products and services, tech, lifestyle, hospitality and nonprofit companies in NYC and the Hamptons luxury market. And in 2018, Insights Success magazine named her one of the “30 Most Innovative CEOs” of the year.

She graduated from Boston University with a BS in Communications and concentration in PR.   She began her career at WordHampton Public Relations, a firm headquartered in East Hampton, NY and ranked by Jack O’Dwyer’s as one of the country’s “Top 100 Independent PR firms”.  In 2013, she made partner and was chosen to launch the company’s NYC division.

Recognized as a strategic leader, she has earned a track record for counseling clients, including Fortune 500 companies such as NAPCO Security, Inc., to increase profits, manage brand reputations and gain market share. She’s continually driven by her enterprising spirit and innate understanding of consumer influence.  She takes ownership of the business she supports and partners with clients.

Professional, confident and well-respected by her peers, she has also been a guest lecturer at several universities including Hofstra University and Saint Joseph’s University, possessing a presence people often find unforgettable.

2. Briefly describe your company and the products or services you are offering.

Concrete Blonde Consulting is a full-service consulting and marketing firm in NYC.  We specialize in providing custom marketing solutions for profit and growth.  By examining your business development pipeline, we are able to identify new areas for growth, while also creating strategies to amplify current opportunities.  In addition, we provide a competitive media analysis, streamline marketing campaigns and build additional sources of revenue.  We service various industries including consumer products and services, tech, lifestyle, hospitality and nonprofit companies

​Communications is a rapidly changing field and our firm is continually transforming to harnesses the powers of both influence and interaction.  We offer clients a variety of tools from third-party PR endorsements to social influencer campaigns to reach consumers and drive business.

We believe every client is unique.  We partner with them to unearth their core business goals. Then we create bespoke strategic marketing plans with benchmarks to chart our progress and target our methods.  We feel a sense of responsibility to our clients and we are responsive not only to their needs, but also to the ever changing world in which they operate.

3. Going back to your early career decisions, tell us what factors influenced your decision to be an entrepreneur?

I always wanted to be an entrepreneur vs. going the corporate route.  I enjoying working on growing a business from the ground up and being able to see the fruits of your labor.

4. Who are your clients? How do you ensure the unbreakable faith of your clients?

Most of our clients are tech companies — both B2B and B2C.  We earn their faith by taking the time to get to know them and their business goals at the beginning.  We start by unearthing their core values and vision and then creating a bespoke marketing plan to help them reach their destination.  We have regular open and honest communication and monitor and measure specific KPIs to ensure everyone is on the same page about deliverables.  Trust in a relationship isn’t something that is given, but rather built and earned.

5. Shed light on your team. What ethos is maintained for the employees in your company?

Everyone is responsible for their own contributions while listening to and supporting each other.  We don’t micromanage each other.  We just show up.  We are there for one another and our clients.  Everyone brings their own unique viewpoints and experiences, talents and strengths to the table.  We find a way for everyone to shine.

6. As your company grew, or re-grew from your pivot, what were the primary challenges?

I think the biggest challenges for me have always been ones that involved personal growth.  I wasn’t great at setting boundaries, negotiating contracts and confrontation.  It’s taken me a long time to hone those skills and also to learn when to say “no” to a potential client if they aren’t a good fit.  Overall, I believe the biggest challenge for me has always been patience.  If you want to be successful — you need to learn to be just as patient as you are ambitious.

7. How did you get where you are today, and who/what helped you along the way?

Hard word, patience, a little bit of luck and a LOT of support!  There are too many people to name from friends and family, to amazing mentors and collaborations with other talented entrepreneurs.

8. What suggestion you would give for companies on how they can contribute to a more balanced and equal industry?

Remember that a rising tide raises all ships.  It’s not a competition … it’s all about co-creation.  Business isn’t a zero-sum game.

9. Please take us to the routine of your day, from the time you wake up to the time you go off to sleep. Also, share your hobbies.

I get up and the first thing I do is turn on the news and make myself a cup of Nespresso with vanilla creamer.  Then, I hit my email and read my daily news round up (The New York Times, Axios, The Skimm and Thrive Global).  I’ve got a never-ending Facebook messenger chat with a very dear friend where we share our favorite headlines of the day and it’s one of my favorite things.  So, by this point in my day you can guarantee that we’ve had a few back and forths already.  Then, I usually delete the spam and check to see if any emails need immediate attention and respond to those ASAP.  Next, I’ll put together my to do list for the day.  By this point, I’m usually pretty anxious and I Facetime another dear friend who I speak to pretty every morning for my daily dose of calm.  After that I take a shower, make the bed, get dressed and start tackling the to do list.  I try to push as many calls and zooms to the late afternoon as possible.  Then, I hit up my Facebook networking groups, LinkedIn, etc. at the end of the day.

10. Tell us about a favourite book that inspires you.

Atlas Shrugged.  It’s all about great thinkers, entrepreneurship and politics.  I love it!!

11. What does the future hold for your company? Kindly share your future goals. What are you most excited about?

Other entrepreneurs is what inspires me most about my business.  I love my clients and the people I’m able to work with and support is what really drives the heart of my passion.

12. Mention any awards and milestones that your company has received.

  1. As a source of inspiration for many, what would your advice be for female entrepreneurs, who are planning to enter in the business world?

Get a mentor and make sure you have a great support system.  It’s going to be harder than you think and it’s important to have an amazing team by your side.

  1. What is your favourite quote?

I love quotes so there are many!!  A current favorite though … “Underestimate me!  That’ll be fun…”

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Audi SUV Q2 – Booking Open in India For the New Luxury Car

Audi AG is one of the top luxury brands in the world in the automobile sector. This is a German automobile company with many subsidiary brands. Audi operates in the Indian market providing the market with different types of luxury vehicles. Audi is known for its engineering, stylish designs, and has many different models that are available for sale in India. One of the models that the Indian customers have been waiting for is the Audi Q2 which was recently announced in India.

  • Audi Q2 Announcement

The Audi Q2 was expected to start sales in India soon and on the 3rd of October 2020; Audi started taking bookings for the Audi SUV Q2 in India. Audi India has had a relatively active year this year and this has been Audi’s fifth launch in the country in 2020. The Audi India website has all the details about the booking information including information of all the company’s dealerships across the country. The booking amount for the Audi SUV Q2 is Rs 2, 00,000 and there are some key offers available as it is a launch of a new Audi car in India.

  • Introductory Offers For Audi SUV Q2

The Audi SUV Q2 is a luxury all-rounder which is a large car with many features and is a top choice in the luxury SUV sector in the Indian market. The introductory offer is called the “Peace of Mind” offer which means that the offer is related to efficiently using the car without problems for at least a few years to come. The “Peace of Mind” offer includes a 5 years service package with a 2+3 extended warranty. It also comes with 2+3 years of roadside assistance which means that the Audi SUV Q2 offers customers a 5-year package deal to maintain the car effectively.

  • New Market Segment For Audi

Audi is a brand in the market that is associated with ultra-luxury car models. Some of the models of Audi cars sold in India are extremely expensive and not in the price range affordable for even some within the upper-middle class range of the market. With Audi SUV Q2, Audi is trying to enter a new market segment in India.

This is going to be a luxury all-rounder vehicle in India that is not as expensive as other Audi models in India and is going to be filled with features that the modern Indian successful families like in the country. This car is perfect for the first time luxury car buyers in India as it is a starting option in the luxury market in India. This car makes buying an Audi much more accessible to customers in the Indian market than before. This car has many features, has a two- litre petrol engine and is known for its “Quattro” technology, superior handling and good grip.

  • Audi Q2 – India Plans

The model has specific requirements that meet European and Japanese standards and the Audi SUV Q2 will come to India from Germany. The Indian government has a rule that 2,500 units of a car model can be imported into India and Audi is using this law to sell this car in India.

Mahindra Group Launches its New Generation Mahindra Thar in India

The sports utility vehicle market in India is a fast-moving and popular segment of the Indian automobile market. Though many people consider this market segment as part of the SUV segment of the Indian market, these cars are slightly different than the average SUVs. These are the original “Jeep” style SUVs that are not just suitable for city roads and highways but are also suitable for rugged terrains. Mahindra and Mahindra on 2nd October launched its new generation sports utility vehicle or SUV called Thar into the market.

  • Price and Models of Mahindra Thar

Mahindra Thar is a popular automobile in India and its new-generation models are excitedly welcomed into the market. The Mahindra Thar is available in two series that represents two separate market segments in terms of price. The Mahindra Thar’s ex-showroom price is Rs 9.8 lakhs starting for the AX series and the price range extends up to 12.95 lakhs for the LX series. The LX series is an expensive and lifestyle focus series whereas the AX series of Mahindra Thars new generation models is the more affordable option.

  • Availability in India

Mahindra and Mahindra are a leading automobile company in India and have a pan India reach. This means that Mahindra and Mahindra plans to launch the new generation Mahindra Thar all across India. Initially, the test rides begin in 19 cities across India which will then extend to 100 more cities by 10th October. By the middle of the month, around October 15th test drives for the new Mahindra Thar will be available across India. The Mahindra Thar is a new generation SUV and is likely to be as popular as the new generation XUV and Scorpio also introduced by Mahindra. Deliveries for the new Mahindra Thar will begin on November 1st 2020.

  • Strategy Behind the New Mahindra Thar

The SUV segment of the Indian market is getting saturated because of a large number of SUVs that have entered the Indian market which are soft-roaders that are primarily meant for urban use. There are many Indian, Korean, Chinese, Japanese and other international brands in the urban use SUV segment of the automobile market in India. Mahindra and Mahindra have shifted their focus on this segment and now are primarily focusing on the rugged “Jeep” style segment of the Indian automobile market. This means that these cars will be not just suitable for urban use but also rugged terrains in India.

  • Clever Strategy By the Mahindra Group

As mentioned above, Mahindra has renewed its focus on a targeted section of the SUV market. This strategy has been adopted because the larger SUV market share is difficult for Mahindra to capture as it lacks a competitive advantage in the larger SUV market in India. The strategy is to not blindly chase the market share in the SUV segment but to focus on a subcategory of the segment where Mahindra has a competitive advantage and where it is likely to do well.

Mahindra Groups’ launch of the new generation Thar is based on the popularity of its earlier models in this segment and is likely to be a successful launch in the Indian Market.

Tesla is Likely To Enter the Indian Automobile Market in 2021

Over the last two decades, there has been a lot of innovation in the fields of automobile engineering as well as clean energy in the United States and one of the leading companies in these sectors is Tesla, Inc. Tesla is a top American company today with a diverse range of products and is known to be one of the key futuristic companies in the country. Their core focus is sustainable energy, electric cars and clean energy products. This company is known for its clean energy cars and clean batteries that do not harm the environment. One market that Tesla has not captured in the automobile sector is the Indian market.

  • Companies Leaving the Automobile Market

Over the last five years, many international companies in India have left the automobile sector in the country. The Indian auto sector is considered a difficult space for many international auto-makers in India. Auto companies from the United States like Harley-Davidson and General Motors have exited from the market and Ford also has stopped all independent operations in India. The most common problem in the Indian automobile sector has been the weakness in demand in this market. The sales for these companies in India have been weak that makes sustaining operations in a country like India extremely difficult.

  • Elon Musk & Tesla Statements

Elon Musk is the CEO of Tesla and has been quite vocal about the desire that Tesla has to start operations in the Indian market. The latest statement by Tesla CEO has been on Twitter where he has said “Next Year For Sure” at a question about Tesla’s India plans. This means that Tesla could enter the automobile market in India in the year 2021. But Tesla has had problems with these plans because even in March 2019, they had been optimistic about an earlier date for entering the Indian market. In March 2019, Elon Musk had said “We would love to be there this year. If not, definitely next”. It means that in March 2019 Tesla was hoping to be in the Indian market in 2019 or 2020. The delay in plans has been because of many reasons and 2020 has been a difficult year for most people in the automobile sector.

  • Delay in Tesla’s India Plans

Tesla has been looking at an entry into the Indian markets at least from 2018 if not before that. It has many models of vehicles that could work with the Indian target customers. However, the main reason stated for Tesla’s delays to enter the Indian market is governmental regulations in this sector in India. India’s tax regulations and tariffs make it difficult to enter and thrive in this market for many foreign automobile companies. However, looking at the latest statements Tesla is looking optimistic about entering the Indian market in 2021.

Tesla offers clean-energy cars and India is a leading country in pollution due to automobile traffic. The entry of companies like Tesla in this market is seen as a positive step by many in India. There are many car models on offer by Tesla and its 2021 India plans are keenly followed by many in India.

The Future Role of Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace

Overview

The Digital Age is sweeping past and captivating millions and millions along its path. It has impacted the whole generation owing to its many miracles, and it continues to do so with its many gifts. One such offering is the Artificial Intelligence which is incredibly advanced and is touted to be the future of the Digital Age.

With numerous such things befalling under the purview of Artificial Intelligence, it will revolutionize how we perceive the world. The one industry which is positively impacting would be the workplaces. It is estimated that the workforce might be entirely replaced with robots being the next obvious choice for running the company. As convenient as it may sound, it could bring us eternal convenience or eternal disaster.

Boon or Bane              

2019-2020 has seen a very visible spurt of Artificial Intelligence in many quarters. Companies realize the emerging potential and capital that might come with the inclusion of Artificial Intelligence in their core. It is being used to amplify human intelligence and get access to real-time data values.

Since the benefits concerning the usage of intelligent systems are at the peak, the eyes of the world are upon Artificial Intelligence and its many advantages. One of the big four organizations, Ernst and Young has researched the A.I. at the workplace, which states that many of the companies and organizations around the world are accepting A.I. in workplaces which have led to elevated levels of operational productivity. Decisions are swifter; technological innovations are rapid, giving mounds of yields that are unlike anything that has been witnessed.

The organizations which take in A.I. have seen advantages in terms of tackling their competition, minimizing any company costs that might prove to be a hindrance, and streamline the recruitment process. This might prove to be an unconventional practise since many people from the boardroom would think that this is unfair. Employee unions are consisting of so many millions who will be rendered jobless if the A.I. culture is brought forth into existence.

Every job sector would face massive cutbacks, and this would not be limited to lower levels, but also the higher-ups. Another Big 4 organization, PricewaterhouseCoopers predicts that there would be as high as 30% cutbacks by the year 2030 owing to the entry of Artificial Intelligence in the market.

So, in essence, Artificial Intelligence has its fair share of advantages and disadvantages in the employment sphere.

Time Management: 5 Simple Tips for Entrepreneurs

Nowadays, prolonged working hours have become compatible with different types of companies, businesses, and enterprises all over the world. For entrepreneurs, managing work is a 24/7 job, and time management plays an essential role in this. Like managing other areas of business, time management plays a vital role for entrepreneurs to be able to handle their businesses efficiently.

The following are some simple tips for time management effectively:

5 Simple Tips for Time Management

1. Time Planning – Short Term & Long Term

Planning is an essential aspect of business in today’s times, as the environmental and market factors around the company are continually evolving and changing. Financial planning, business planning, operational planning, and product development are all done using appropriate planning tools.

Time management is a critical factor in keeping up with deadlines and managing the business on a day to day basis. Short term and long term time planning range from planning several days of business activities to allow time for a long term project.

2. Daily Scheduling

A secretary or pool of secretaries is an essential asset to any business. This is because they help manage and schedule for entrepreneurs all over the world. Secretaries maintain daily diaries and sometimes busy business entrepreneurs have their day planned on a minute to minute basis for efficient productivity and management of their time.

3. Focus On Important Tasks

Busy entrepreneurs usually have a lot of demands for their time and not enough time in a day to meet all the daily demands of the business. Entrepreneurs need to understand which tasks are essential and how much time each task deserves during the day. This will help entrepreneurs manage their time in the best possible way.

Once business operations have taken place for several years, entrepreneurs and their secretarial staff become aware of the type of tasks that require the full focus of the business owners or CEOs of the company.

4. Delegate

Most business entrepreneurs like to run a tight ship and have complete control over their business. However, one of the most straightforward time management tips for business persons is to be able to delegate in business. This means that they should have the ability to hire senior management and should be able to delegate responsibility and decision making powers in some areas to the senior management of the company.

5. Make Timely Decisions

There are two types of decisions that need to be taken in any business. This includes daily operational day to day decisions and long term decisions that could impact the future course of the business.

For good time management, it is essential to have the skills and ability to take accurate yet fast and timely decisions in business. Entrepreneurs have the skill sets to assess the pros and cons of an impending decision on time, and they should have the courage to make the decisions without spending too much time agonizing over them.

Time management is possible for even the busiest business persons running multinational organizations, and time management are critical for the right work-life balance.

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