Apr 15

IB Calendar Preview

As you know, I am developing a daily calendar with renowned artist David Clark beginning in 2011, where readers can take pleasure in being the thinking internationalists. Provocative, thought producing, fun – and all this with International Business.

Here is another example of one of the great illustrations and captions that will be featured in the calendar:

Look forward to more previews coming soon. And look for the calendar in the fall.

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Apr 12

Another IB Cartoon

As you know, I am developing a daily calendar with renowned artist David Clark beginning in 2011, where readers can take pleasure in being the thinking internationalists. Provocative, thought producing, fun – and all this with International Business.

Here is another example of one of the great illustrations and captions that will be featured in the calendar:

Look forward to more previews coming soon. And look for the calendar in the fall.

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Apr 04

Adapting to Global Markets

Unilever saw an opportunity among low-income consumers in India who wanted to buy the company’s high-end detergents and personal care products, but couldn’t afford them. The company responded by developing low-cost packaging and other options that allowed it to offer dramatically less expensive options. This flexibility not only Read More »

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Mar 30

Special Video Episode 2: Liechtenstein Foreign Minister

In a special Episode 2 of Marketing and Strategy, Foreign Minister of Liechtenstein, Aurelia Frick, addresses my class discussing international business and her home country.

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

Thanks for watching and look forward to Episode 3 next week sometime.
To see Episode 1 click here

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Mar 26

New International Business Calendar

‘I am developing a daily calendar beginning in 2011, where readers can take pleasure in being the thinking internationalists. Provocative, thought producing, fun – and all this with International Business.

This is an example of one of the great illustrations and captions that will be featured in the calendar:

Look forward to more previews coming soon. And look for the calendar.

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Mar 16

Cultural Considerations in Marketing Research

The culture of the region being researched will have an impact on how marketers conduct the research, what is asked, and the length or form of the information received. The willingness and ability of respondents to spend time on the process and provide a free-form response are influenced by factors that include culture and education, the market conditions, and the segments being studied. Cultural and individual preferences, which vary from country to country, also have an impact on research techniques. Read More »

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