Articles
Articles 2020
Notes from the editors on leadership across Asia-Pacific, 2020.
- Annual business review checklist for founders
An annual business review checklist for founders: the numbers to pull and the questions to ask before you set next year's plan.
- RCEP trade deal explained for small exporters
The RCEP trade deal links 15 Asia-Pacific economies. Learn what it covers, what small exporters should check on tariffs and origin rules, and what to do now.
- SWOT analysis guide for small business leaders
A swot analysis sorts your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. Learn how to run a session and turn it into three real actions.
- Customer interviews: how founders ask better questions
Customer interviews work when you ask about past behavior, not opinions. Learn simple question rules and a short script founders can use this week.
- China plus one strategy explained for manufacturers
A china plus one strategy adds a second sourcing country beside China. See why firms do it, what to compare, and how to start small.
- Eisenhower matrix: time management for busy leaders
The Eisenhower matrix sorts tasks by urgent and important. Learn the four boxes, see leader examples, and set up your own matrix in ten minutes.
- Virtual networking tips for founders and managers
Virtual networking tips for founders and managers: how to send short, specific messages, run a good video call and follow up so new contacts last.
- Virtual onboarding checklist for new remote hires
A virtual onboarding checklist for new remote hires: a week-by-week plan to help them feel set up, welcome and clear on their role without an office.
- Jobs Support Scheme Singapore: what employers should know
Jobs support scheme Singapore explained: who gets the wage subsidy, how much the state pays per local employee, and when employers receive each payout.
- Cash flow forecast guide for small business owners
A cash flow forecast shows when money comes in and goes out. Build a simple 13-week version to spot cash gaps early and act before bills are due.
- Remote team communication: ground rules that work
Remote team communication needs clear rules for chat, email and video. Here are simple ground rules that keep distributed teams clear and on time.
- SMART goals for leaders: clear examples that work
Smart goals for leaders: how to turn a vague aim into a clear, measurable goal, with sample wording and a simple check you can use today.