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  In today’s world of fast paced, social media it becomes difficult at times to understand how some form of content influences consumer behavior as opposed to another. But both of these two key forms of engagement—social media influencers’ posts, and regular consumer comments—work differently to affect online conversation. Both may involve sharing opinions, but the difference in purpose, reach, even influence is vast: brand brands,  marketers , consumers all benefit differently. Social media influencers post things they are known for creating content that is  designed  to get people to do something or believe something. Whether organic or sponsored, these posts are planned and intended to spread the word on a product,  service  or idea to an even wider audience. Influencer posts have a mountain of followers and can make a big buzz and prompt consumer action, which is why it’s a sought after tool for brands to achieve visibility and  sales . Consumer c...

  In the competitive world of sports teams , the team's ultimate authority plays a crucial role in managing a franchise. This role involves overseeing business,  marketing , and sports activities, requiring a blend of strategic leadership,  finance , and operations skills. Conflict between interests and merits can lead to control over aspects like sponsorship deals, athlete development, and media outreach. The decisions made by authority figures can impact team performance, revenue, and market growth. Again, the sports industry comprises functions, events, and activities that span across and within regions and continents, thereby seeking new openings, and creating new challenges such as digital evolution and sponsorship issues. The ability to see the big picture and connect that to overseeing operations, business strategy, and  market  execution is where a CEO is pivotal. Interestingly, without the right systems of governance, even skilled players and coaches ca...

  As climate change effects become more pronounced—characterized by increased frequency of natural calamities as well as changing climates—the need for solutions has never been more pressing. In view of these rising issues, two of earth's greatest combatants in the war on climate change are also two of its most beautiful resources; forests and the oceans. These ecosystems not only serve as rich sources of resources and shelter, but they also contribute significantly in controlling the global climate by acting as sinks for greenhouse  gases . Forests are sometimes called the lungs of the earth mainly because of their ability to take in a high concentration of carbon dioxide (co2) thanks to photosynthesis. They also possess huge reservoirs of carbon, which helps in alleviating the increased rate of global warming. The geographical features referred to as oceans comprise approximately 70 percent of the earth’s surface and accounts for nearly thirty percent of the amount of co2 p...

Elon Musk said he expects a wireless brain chip developed by his firm Neuralink to begin human clinical trials in six months after the firm missed his earlier timelines. Neuralink is developing brain chip interfaces that it says could enable disabled patients to move and communicate again, with Musk adding that the firm will also target restoring vision. Based in Austin, Texas, and the San Francisco Bay Area, Neuralink has in recent years been conducting tests on animals as it seeks approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to start clinical trials in people. Continue reading