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Discover articles, blog posts, white papers, and insights from the team at Pepper Foster. Our team of experts, thought leaders, and industry professionals share their insights and opinions on everything from the latest trends in technology and business to personal growth and development.

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“Nothing’s going to change” is the worst thing you can say

It instantly erodes a leader’s credibility and is not just misleading; it's damaging.

Agriculture, Insight, Utilities

Is Wall Street’s Relationship with the S&P 500 Parasitic?

S&P 500 Returns Are Growing While S&P 500 Company Lifespans Decline. Is being in the S&P 500 bad for business?

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The Robots Are Coming: What is Industry 4.0?

Advances in technology are giving robots functionality and applications like never before

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Why Are People Leaving Cities?

People leaving cities is a macro trend that will impact business in a multitude of different ways.

Consumer Packaged Goods, Insight, Manufacturing

The Circular Economy

Transforming to a sustainable business model.

Insight, Manufacturing, Utilities

Powering the Future: The Emergence of the Battery Belt

The emergence of the 'Battery Belt' across the United States is a game-changing development.

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Should American Business Leaders Look to France?

With workers less willing to work overtime, maybe the French model of business is worth looking at.

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All Aboard! Achieving Stakeholder Alignment

To get stakeholders aligned you need patience, targeted and customized communications, and change leadership.