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We are excited to announce the launch of our newest product - The Economist Insider, an exclusive new video offering, free at launch for The Economist subscribers. Get unprecedented access to our editors as they explore the seismic shifts transforming geopolitics, defence, economics and technology. Watch the first episode hosted by Zanny Minton Beddoes now: https://www.economist.com/insider
We asked our EIU (Economist Intelligence Unit) employees to nominate their colleagues who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to help clients or the business. We received many nominations but 9 colleagues received the most recognition and have been named "EIU Heroes." Here's a testimonial to one of our Heroes.
We asked our EIU (Economist Intelligence Unit) employees to nominate their colleagues who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to help clients or the business. We received many nominations but 9 colleagues received the most recognition and have been named "EIU Heroes." Here's a testimonial to one of our Heroes.
We asked Shante Smith, our Customer Operations Manager for NA, what drives her to #choosetochallenge this International Womens Day. This was her repsonse: "Setting an example for my children drives me to continue to challenge myself and go outside of my comfort zone. I have had to overcome a lot of barriers to get to where I am. There was a point as a young mom where I had to rely on food pantries to provide food for my family. Those days are in the past, but it did not happen overnight. I want my children to see that no matter what challenges they face, resilience and hard work can change their destiny."
We asked Natalie Alkire, our Senior HR Generalist for NA, why she #choosetochallenge this International Womens Day. This was her response: "Empowered women empower women. I choose to challenge as I’ve been empowered by women before me to use my voice. I use my voice not because I want to say something, but because I have something to say. I choose to challenge as a way of ‘paying it forward’ to other women who are looking for empowerment or that little nudge telling them ‘you can do this.’ I choose to challenge because when we support each other, incredible things happen."
We asked Michelle Wright, our Puchasing and Administration Manager out of London, what she would encourage others to think about this International Womens Day. This was her response: "This International Women’s Day, I would like to encourage women to be more confident. It’s all too often that we see women being too modest, not taking credit, or shrugging off compliments. One of the hardest things to overcome is when you are standing in your own way. Be authentic to yourself, not who other people want you to be. You are unique, and you have your own valuable background and experiences to bring to the table. Accept and acknowledge the strength in that. Believe in yourself. You’ll face challenges, both internally and externally, but don’t let them stop you. Build relationships, learn from others, help and encourage others along the journey. Look out for yourself and lookout for one another, no one needs to do it alone."
We asked Laurel West, our Managing Director of Content Solutions and Events in Asia, what advice she would give to help forge a gender equal world. This was her response: "When you see a woman being overlooked (or underplayed) for her contribution to a big win or successful project, speak up (privately) and make sure those who are giving disproportionate credit to other colleagues know the truth. When a woman is being spoken over in a meeting, redirect the conversation back to her to ensure she is heard (“Jane, I really wanted to hear what you were saying before you were interrupted.”). Do this in client meetings as well, when the questions or conversation are being directed to the male colleague in the room. (“Jane, what do you think?”) Ensure there are plenty of team social events that are tailored to make everyone comfortable. When a woman comes back to work after having her first child, make sure she has a buddy, someone who has been through it. This is one of the toughest experiences she will ever go through!"
We are thrilled to welcome Marcus Roy, our new Chief Financial Officer for The Economist Group. Marcus joined us at the start of the month and is based in London. Marcus joins us most recently from Associated British Foods plc, the international food manufacturer and retailer, where he was Group Financial Controller. Previously, he held a number of senior finance roles in the UK and US with Dixons Carphone plc and Carphone Warehouse plc and trained as a chartered accountant with Deloitte.
The 2020 edition of The Economist Intelligence Unit's annual Democracy Index, which provides a snapshot of the state of democracy worldwide was released earlier this month. According to the report the coronavirus pandemic led to a huge rollback of democratic freedoms, causing the global average score in the Index to fall to an all-time low. Curious to find out more about your country's score this year? Then take a moment to download the report and dive into The EIU’s leading measure of democracy. Download here: http://bit.ly/DIEIU2020
Our New Years Challenge is in full swing! The Economist Educational Foundation is an independent charity set up in 2012 from inside The Economist. Through the work of the foundation, young people - many from underprivileged backgrounds - learn to listen, creatively solve problems and communicate effectively about real-world issues. In support of the foundation, we've been running our New Years Challenge and have invited all colleagues to join us by covering a target distance in the period between 5th January and the end of February. Colleagues have been invited to cycle (News Cycle), run (Press Run) or swim (News Splash) or to pick an activity they prefer and to have their friends and family sponsor them. All proceeds raised by colleagues and matched by The Economist Group will go towards the foundation.
