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France, the land of (successful) entrepreneurs

Cocorico! Despite a difficult economic climate, the French entrepreneurial scene continues to shine, as INSEE explains: 848,200 businesses were created in 2020 (+4% compared to 2019), an all-time record that was quickly broken in 2021, however! As a matter of fact, 995,900 businesses were founded last year, a 17% increase compared to 2020. The crisis has not slowed down the burgeoning appetite of the French for entrepreneurship. More details to follow.

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All you need to know about the rise of the LVMH group

Louis Vuitton, Bulgari, Dior, Fendi, Givenchy, Guerlain, Kenzo, Marc Jacobs, Tiffany & Co, Moët & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot, Krug, Dom Pérignon, Maison Ruinart, Le Bon Marché or Séphora... Are you familiar with any of these brands? Of course, you do.

But did you know that they are part of the same group? LVMH (Louis Vuitton-Moët-Hennessy) has steadily established itself as the world's leading luxury group. The American Business School of Paris shares some insights into the success of this family-owned company which has inherited a rich history and traditional craftsmanship.

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Emotional intelligence and other soft skills in business

Emotional intelligence and other soft skills in business

Humans are by essence emotional beings. And contrary to what you might think, emotions are not detrimental in the workplace. In fact, research has shown that emotions have a place in the workplace. They are even essential to the productivity and motivation of teams. Moreover, these same researches show that IQ is not a sufficient indicator to measure an individual's intelligence, especially in the work environment. Emotional intelligence also plays a key role... 

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