Tony D'Onofrio
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- October 25, 2021
The Richest People in Human History, to the Industrial Revolution
For most of recorded human history, in fact, the lines around wealth were quite blurred. Leaders like Augustus Caesar or Emperor Shenzong had absolute control of their empires—while bankers like Jakob Fogger and Cosimo de Medici were often found pulling the strings from behind. -from VisualCapitalist
- October 18, 2021
How Does Your Personality Type Affect Your Income?
Based on four dimensions, extroverts, sensors, thinkers, and judgers tend to be the most financially successful. Diving into specific personality characteristics, certain traits are more closely correlated with higher income. -from VisualCapitalist
- October 11, 2021
2021 USA Retail Holiday Shopping
Bain forecasts 7% growth in USA retail sales this holiday season. Despite strong consumer demand, electronics and appliances are the most likely to be affected by supply constraints, which could dampen sales growth.
- October 04, 2021
Drone Privacy Laws Around the World
As the use of drones expands around the world -- according to the Federal Aviation Administration, there are currently 1.7 million drones registered in the United States alone -- lawmakers have been faced with new and complex regulatory challenges to protect the privacy of ordinary citizens. The increased prevalence of drones has raised the prospect of pervasive surveillance by governments, companies, and individuals, and lawmakers are struggling to keep up with the advancing technology. -from coolinfographics.com
- September 27, 2021
The 20 Fastest Growing Jobs in the Next Decade
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects there will be 11.9 million new jobs created from 2020 to 2030, an overall growth rate of 7.7%. However, some jobs have a growth rate that far exceeds this level. -from Visual Capitalist
- September 20, 2021
How Businesses are Holding Conversations with Customers
By forcing both businesses and customers to embrace digital technologies, the pandemic completely transformed consumer behaviour and expectations. But are businesses keeping pace, and are consumers satisfied? -from Raconteur
- September 13, 2021
5 Black Friday Cyber Monday Predictions for 2021
To say that 2021 is an unpredictable time for retailers would be an understatement. From the Covid-19 vaccine rollout to the rise of the Delta variant and the outbreak of new cases, this year has been a tumultuous one. -from Printful.com
- September 06, 2021
How the Gig Economy Has Changed in the Pandemic
The gig economy has been greatly disrupted and accelerated through the pandemic. In 2020, the gig economy grew 33% — expanding 8.25X faster than the U.S. economy as a whole. -from Infographic Journal
- August 30, 2021
Here’s what happens every minute on the internet in 2021
Every 60 seconds more than 500 hours of content was uploaded on YouTube and 695,000 stories were shared on Instagram. Nearly 70 million messages were sent via WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger. In that same minute, there were two million swipes on Tinder and 1.6 million U.S. dollars was spent online. -from World Economic Forum
- August 23, 2021
When Will Your Country Recover from the Pandemic?
At the top, China and the U.S. are recovering at breakneck speed. Most countries will hit pre-pandemic levels of GDP per capita by the end of 2022. Time will tell when we return to “normal” everywhere, however, normal will likely never be the same. Many impacts of the global pandemic will stay with us over the long term. -from Visual Capitalist
- August 16, 2021
Companies Going Public in 2021: Visualizing IPO Valuations
A majority of 2021’s newly public companies have been in tech, including multiple mobile apps, websites, and online services. The two biggest IPOs so far were South Korea’s Coupang, an online marketplace valued at $60 billion after going public, and China’s ride-hailing app Didi Chuxing, the year’s largest post-IPO valuation at $73 billion. - From Visual Capitalist
- August 09, 2021
How Much the Most Iconic Technology in History Would Cost Today -InfographicJournal
There have been many gadgets and technological devices created through the years that could be classified as iconic. From the original Victrola phonograph of 1906 to the comically large Motorola DynaTAC 8000x cellular phone of 1984, these early technologies shaped the new tech gadgets of today, and many are still considered to be among the greatest inventions of all time.
- August 02, 2021
12 Ways to Get Smarter in One Infographic
If you want to be a top performer, it’s worth looking into other mental models out there as well. They can help you better frame reality, so that you can harness your intelligence and effort in the most effective way possible—and it’ll allow you to deliver results along the way. -from Visual Capitalist
- July 26, 2021
Long Waves: The History of Innovation Cycles
From the first wave of textiles and water power in the industrial revolution, to the internet in the 1990s, here are the six waves of innovation and their key breakthroughs. -From Visual Capitalist
- July 19, 2021
Recommerce: A Look at the Second-Hand eCommerce Economy
Americans have 36 household items that can be resold worth $3,675 in total. 81% of Gen Z say buying pre-owned has become common in the last year. - From Infographic Journal
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It is a Small World
“Even monkeys can fall from their trees.” – Japanese Proverb
Continuing our global learning journey, our next stop is Tokyo Japan. Founded, in 1603, this city was once a small fishing village called Edo. In 1890, it became Tokyo which means Eastern Capital in English.
In Tokyo, you will find the world’s busiest intersection, the Shibuya crossing where 2,500 people cross the intersection, every time the lights turn green. This city also holds the record for the most Michelin starred restaurants at 212 places to enjoy amazing food.
Tokyo is the most populous city in the world with 37 million people. Uniqueness is everywhere, even in vending machines, where you can buy hot meals, fresh produce, and even umbrellas. There is one vending machine in the city for every two people.
Have lost count on the many times I visited Tokyo to experience their modern retail industry. This picture is from the New Otani Hotel gardens, a favorite during multiple visits.
As the Japanese proverb that opened this summary reminds us, no matter how accomplished we become, you can always make a mistake. Overconfidence can lead to missteps. Life is one sweet ride and Japan provides many reminders on how to enjoy it.
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Deloitte Global Retail Outlook 2024
After a prolonged period of suppressed consumer spending, macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty, and rapid changes in consumer behavior (among other things), the global retail industry stands at a crossroads; forced to make decisions about long term investments in new technology and business models while at the same time managing the rising cost of doing business and a decline in the spending power of consumers. - From Deloitte Insights Read more
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The World's Top Flight Routes by Revenue
In 2024, a record 4.7 billion people are projected to travel by air—200 million more than in 2019. While revenues surged to an estimated $896 billion globally last year, airlines face extremely slim margins. On average, they made just $5.44 in net profit per passenger in 2023. Today, the industry faces pressures from high interest rates, supply chain woes, and steep infrastructure costs. - From Visual Capitalist
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