“If We Know Where We Are, We Will Know Where to Go” – Jitske Kramer
Jitske Kramer is a corporate anthropologist—she asks and answers what it means to be a human among humans in organizations and beyond. Jitske is also a bestselling author of Deep Democracy, Jam Cultures, Work Has Left the Building, and The Corporate Tribe. In her work, Jitske focuses on figuring out how we can build strong […]
Petter Stordalen Joins Nordic Business Forum Helsinki 2022 Lineup
Petter Stordalen, the Norwegian hotel owner and investor, has been confirmed to join the Nordic Business Forum Helsinki 2022 lineup. At the event, Petter will talk about leadership and branding during a crisis. We are excited to announce that Petter Stordalen will step on our stage in Helsinki in September 2022! The Norwegian hotel owner, […]
“The Days of “Business as Usual” Are Long Gone” – Martin Lindstrom
Martin Lindstrom is recognized as one of the world’s leading business, branding, and culture transformation experts. His research in behavioral psychology and his bestselling books are reshaping how organizations approach innovation, culture, and business transformation. Martin is the founder and chairman of Lindstrom Company, the world’s leading brand and culture transformation group, operating across five […]
Leader’s Digest | March 2022
This time our biweekly newsletter focuses on emotions, human skills, and feedback in the context of leadership with Erin Meyer, Simon Sinek, and Sheila Heen, among others. Top Content Picks 🗒 Article: Feedback comes in many shapes and forms, but what is the most effective? Check our blog for 5 development ideas on giving and […]
Simon Sinek – Great Leadership According to an Optimist
What makes a great leader? According to the world-renowned author and speaker, Simon Sinek, “the best leaders have high EQ – the best leaders understand the human skills”. In an interview with Sabinije von Gaffke at Nordic Business Forum in Stockholm in 2019, Simon shares his insights on issues such as the infinite mindset and […]
Join Speaker Contest Semifinals Online
The Business Forum Group Speaker Contest moves into its second phase: the semifinals! 30 contestants have been selected to share their original ideas across five semifinal rounds. The winner of each semifinal will continue their way to the final, and finally one of them will win the contest. All the semifinals will be live-streamed for […]
A Few Ways You Can Help Ukraine
Ukraine and its people need our help. Wondering what you and your business can do? Here are a few ways: → Donate money to a reliable non-profit organization to give aid to Ukraine and its people. We chose to donate in total 10,000€ to Finn Church Aid and Red Cross, but there are many options. […]
Avinash Kaushik – See, Think, Do, Care: Driving Innovation from Customer Intent
Marketers ought to focus on data analytics to understand intent. How people behave is “different to what they say with their mouths.” Behaviors, such as search queries and content choices, help us understand how to respond to the intent of customers in a valuable way. We “see thousands of ads on TV every day”, but […]
Leader’s Digest | February 2022
This time our biweekly newsletter digs deeper into the world of organizational culture with the help of experts like Adam Grant, Erin Meyer, and Ed Catmull. Top Content Picks ✍️ Article: How can you create and develop a powerful organizational culture? Check our list of 5 insights on organizational culture to get started. 🎧 Podcast: […]
Here’s Our Lineup for the Speaker Contest Semifinals
30 contestants have now been selected to continue their journey to the 2022 Speaker Contest Semifinals! Business Forum Group is on the lookout for an aspiring business speaker who would wow the crowds at Helsinki, Oslo, and Amsterdam in September this year. The applications for the Speaker Contest were open to everyone until the 6th […]
Priit Liiv Nominated as Interim Managing Director for Nordic Business Forum
Nordic Business Forum CEO, Aslak de Silva takes on new challenges, and current COO, Priit Liiv, steps in as an Interim Managing Director. As of tomorrow, 15th of February 2022, Aslak de Silva, Nordic Business Forum’s CEO since March 2018, is moving to new challenges. Our entire team and the board of directors want to […]
Leader’s Digest | February 2022
This time our biweekly newsletter offers insights into psychological safety and organizational development with the help of experts such as Amy Edmondson and Nilofer Merchant. Top Content Picks ⚡️ Article: What is psychological safety and why is it so powerful? Learn the basics from Amy Edmondson, the #1 Management Thinker in the world. 🏆 Full […]