business wars

Iconic and sometimes notorious business wars between key thought leaders and competitors in multiple categories, genres, and topics. From Nintendo and Sega to Penthouse and Playboy.

The Art of Not Saying No
At three in the afternoon, he slid the eighth supplementary document across the table to the other party. "Sorry to trouble you, but item nine still requires your department's written confirmation."
By Jin2 months ago in Journal
I Talked Through the Auburn Market With CENTURY 21's COO.
I had a conversation recently with Greg Sexton — Chief Operating Officer of CENTURY 21 Real Estate, the brand — about the Auburn-Opelika market.
By Carlos Alexandre Rozwadowski2 months ago in Journal
The $10.3 Million Paper Cup: When Louis Vuitton Took a Milk-Tea Chain to Court
It was early on July 28, Paris time. LVMH's first-half 2026 earnings call had moved into the analyst Q&A session. She had been in the CFO seat for less than a year. An ID from an Asian investment bank popped up, the question in one line of English: Has the lack of improvement in China's performance had anything to do with the lawsuit against Moli Naibai?
By Jin2 months ago in Journal
Nike Just Chopped Off Thousands of Sellers to Save Itself in China — Will It Bleed Out Instead?
July 2026 – a bombshell landed in China’s sportswear market. A letter from Cathy Sparks, Nike’s newly appointed Vice President and General Manager of Greater China, brought the company’s long‑standing distribution strategy in the region to an abrupt halt. Starting January next year, thousands of online resellers will be cleared from Nike’s digital shelves, and the brand’s online sales footprint will shrink dramatically to a handful of official direct‑operated channels.
By Jin2 months ago in Journal
The Great AI Rehire And Dual Human Trap Leaders Are Sprinting Into
Written by a human, for humans, always. When you understand human psychophysiology... Business decisions and their results...
By H.E. Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, COIE, DFM, DHM2 months ago in Journal
What Leaders Refuse To Take Responsibility For That Causes Their Productivity To Crash Abysmally
Written by a human, for humans, always. One of the things that is often talked about in different leadership circles… Is productivity.
By H.E. Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, COIE, DFM, DHM3 months ago in Journal
Writing, Humans, Businesses, And An AI World
Written by a human, for humans, always. Did you ever dream of becoming a writer? I think it is a dream that many people have...
By H.E. Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, COIE, DFM, DHM3 months ago in Journal
A Controversial Question About The State Of Nonprofits
Written by a human, for humans, always. --- I want to start this article by saying this... I believe that nonprofits are great.
By H.E. Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, COIE, DFM, DHM3 months ago in Journal
Breaking Down the $175.8 Billion China Paper Packaging Market Valuation in 2026
The China paper packaging market reached USD 175.8 Billion in 2025, confirming its position as one of the world's largest and fastest-evolving packaging sectors. According to IMARC Group, the market is projected to climb to USD 318.9 Billion by 2034, registering a CAGR of 6.63% during 2026-2034. For manufacturers, brand owners, and investors, this trajectory signals a market nearly doubling in value over the next decade, propelled by aggressive environmental regulation, e-commerce expansion, and rapid technological innovation.
By Joey Moore3 months ago in Journal
What Long-Term Investors Can Learn from Otis Ukpai's Approach to Leadership
In an era dominated by fast-moving markets, viral headlines, and constant economic uncertainty, one principle continues to stand the test of time: sustainable investing begins with disciplined leadership. While financial strategies evolve and technologies reshape the investment industry, the qualities that define effective leaders remain remarkably consistent. Integrity, preparation, transparency, and a commitment to long-term value are as important today as ever.
By ORM_Specialist3 months ago in Journal
How Most People Have Failed With Their Content And Digital Presence Long Before They Realize It
Written by a human, for humans, always. --- We live in an increasingly digital world. If you are a leader or have a business...
By H.E. Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, COIE, DFM, DHM3 months ago in Journal
Germany IoT in Manufacturing Market Reality: Inside the 7.62% Growth Rate
The industrial landscape is undergoing a profound digital transformation, heavily supported by advanced connectivity and data-driven operational frameworks. At the center of this industrial evolution is the integration of the Internet of Things within production facilities. A detailed analysis of the Germany IoT in manufacturing market size reveals a robust valuation of USD 5.6 Billion in the year 2025. This valuation underscores a pivotal shift among manufacturers toward automated, highly connected, and efficient production methodologies.
By Joey Moore3 months ago in Journal