Your Company May Be Diverse, But Is It Really Inclusive?
Two leaders at Elemental Excelerator explain their DEI practices, and why they benefit everyone.
Biz Expert Advice
What’s Up with All the Email Disclaimers?
A local attorney says some can be helpful. For instance, a disclaimer can stop a proposal from becoming a legal obligation.
5 Steps to a Successful Job Interview
A local staffing professional offers advice for both job candidates and hiring managers.
How to Succeed in Real Estate Development When You’re Not a Man
5 women developers share advice about making it in a male-dominated field.
Sages Over 70
Five kūpuna who continue to serve Hawai‘i after illustrious careers focused on public service.
Sages Over 70: Walter Kirimitsu
He’s now master of Kamehameha Schools after serving as an attorney, appellate judge, UH’s general counsel and president of Saint Louis School.
Sages Over 70: Francis S. Oda
The former CEO of G70 and senior pastor emeritus connects architecture to local culture and the “sustainability of the land.”
Sages Over 70: Tom Coffman
The award-winning writer and filmmaker has explored local history, politics and society, from annexation to recent times.
Here’s What Happens When Workers Become Employee-Owners
The perks of an ESOP include more company tax deductions and employee retirement benefits, and businesses that won’t be gutted by outside buyers.
Sages Over 70: Robbie Alm
The former senior VP at Hawaiian Electric says that when businesses put the community first, they’re more likely to earn respect and support.
Sages Over 70: Amefil “Amy” Agbayani
Her decades of work have focused on supporting immigrants and underrepresented students at UH Mānoa.
Spotting Critical Issues Before They Hurt the Business
Five techniques detect problems before it’s too late. No. 3: “root cause analysis,” which dives deep to uncover the best solution.
Disasters Can Shut Down a Business for Months. How Would You Pay for it?
Business interruption insurance covers lost income and expenses from fires, flooding and cyberattacks.
How to Plan for Business Growth When the Future Is Uncertain
6 strategies to move past survival mode and start thinking long term.
5 Steps to Reducing Workplace Risk
Fewer hazards and accidents start with a culture of safety.
How to Find Success as a Hawai‘i Business on the Mainland
Five guiding principles from the daughter of the founder of Sun Noodle, which has expanded to California and New Jersey.
How to Understand Important Changes in Flood Insurance
FEMA’s risk ratings are more accurate now, which means 78% of policyholders in Hawai‘i will pay up to $120 more a year.
4 Tips for Employee Performance Reviews That Actually Work
Annual reviews can be pointless exercises. Here’s how to give feedback that boosts performance and reduces turnover.
5 Steps to Handling a Water Damage Claim
Claims are usually covered by your property insurance. Here’s how to start the process – and prepare before accidents happen.
How to Protect Your Organization from Ransomware
The latest ransomware is sophisticated and hard to spot. These five strategies can help ward off cyberattacks.
5 Steps to Doing More with Less
In lean times, simple strategies can help your team get focused and productive.
How to Foster an Ownership Mindset Within Your Team
Companies thrive when they give employees decision-making power and share the profits with them.
Strategic Plans Are Scrutinized for DE&I and ESG Policies. Would Yours Stand Up?
Investors, consumers and employees want to see diversity & inclusion and efforts to stop climate change. A well-designed plan is crucial.
5 Steps to Keeping Your Marketing Local, Even When Headquarters Is Not
Hitting corporate numbers while keeping products and services authentic for Hawai‘i customers can be an art form.
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