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Why do some companies succeed when expanding internationally while others fail? What does it take to compete in a globalized economy? And how should businesses account for the political, cultural, and economic differences between countries?In Know Time Episode 197, Robert Salomon, Dean of Stern at NYU Abu Dhabi and Professor of International Management at NYU Stern School of Business, joins us for a conversation about business strategy, globalization, international business, and management.Salomon is the author of Global Vision: How Companies Can Overcome the Pitfalls of Globalization (2016), a book examining why international expansion can go wrong and how businesses can better navigate the risks of entering foreign markets. Drawing on real-world cases involving companies such as Walmart, IKEA, and Target, his work explores how differences in national institutions, regulations, culture, and economic conditions shape the success or failure of global business strategies.His earlier book, Learning from Exporting: New Insights, New Perspectives (2007), examines what firms can learn from exporting and the relationship between international business activity and firm learning.In this episode, we explore the fundamentals of business strategy, the realities of globalization, and the challenges of competing across international markets.In this episode:Business Strategy 101: What is strategy, and why does it matter?Globalization explained: How international markets shape business decisionsWhy multinational companies succeed or fail when entering foreign marketsWalmart in China and the challenges of international expansionThe cultural, political, and economic risks of doing business abroadHow companies choose which countries and markets to enterInternational trade, exporting, and learning from foreign marketsHow businesses build and sustain a competitive advantageWhat managers and entrepreneurs need to understand about global competitionRob: https://www.stern.nyu.edu/faculty/bio/robert-salomonSUPPORT:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/knowtimeAnchor: https://anchor.fm/knowtime/supportYoutube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-937lA3_s2g5AxdpKQjVg/joinMerch: https://know-time-shop.fourthwall.com/PODCAST:Anchor: https://anchor.fm/knowtimeSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CjRJPktODLDeHavCNDLGAApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-time/id1535371851?uo=4CONNECT:Youtube: Subscribe!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowtimetofly/Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/shalajlawania/Twitter: https://twitter.com/knowtimetoflyTwitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/shalajlawaniaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/knowtimetoflyReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/knowtimetofly/Merch: https://know-time-shop.fourthwall.comBlog: http://www.sadisticshalpy.com/Producer & Host: Shalaj LawaniaTIMELINE0:00 Trailer1:21 Introduction2:42 Case Study: Why Did Tesco Fail in America?5:15 Rob’s Journey 10:40 Has Globalization Been A Failure?18:25 Why Did Walmart Fail in China?21:04 Corporate Expansion23:13 How Do You Measure Differences Between Countries?28:17 Case Study: Why Is Apple So Successful?32:30 Case Study: Why Is Starbucks So Successful?37:42 How Do You Measure Risk?46:31 Case Study: Institutional Distance57:02 Setting Up NYU Stern1:02:59 Lego, Inspirations, Legacy & Meaning of Life#business #businessgrowth #management #businesstips

What can the ruins of Mohenjo-daro tell us about one of the world's earliest urban civilisations?In this episode of Know Time, archaeologist and anthropologist Dr. Uzma Z. Rizvi takes us on an introduction to archaeology and the history of the Indus Valley Civilisation. From the ancient city of Mohenjo-daro to its remarkable urban planning, drainage systems and everyday life, we explore what archaeology can reveal about the people who lived here thousands of years ago.We discuss how archaeologists excavate and interpret ancient sites, what makes the Indus Valley Civilisation so fascinating, and why the way we study the past matters just as much as what we discover.In this episode:What is archaeology, and how does it work?Mohenjo-daro: one of the great cities of the ancient worldThe Indus Valley Civilisation and its place in world historyAncient urban planning, drainage and sanitationWhat artefacts and ruins reveal about everyday lifeThe mysteries of the Indus script and the civilisation's declineHow colonialism has shaped the study of archaeologyWhy archaeologists are rethinking how and when to excavate ancient sitesDr. Uzma Z. Rizvi is an archaeologist and anthropologist whose work explores archaeology, heritage, decolonisation and the politics of how we understand the past.If you're interested in archaeology, ancient history, the Indus Valley Civilisation, Mohenjo-daro, Harappa or the history of South Asia, this conversation is for you.Subscribe to Know Time for long-form conversations exploring history, science, culture, philosophy and the ideas that shape our world.Uzma: https://www.pratt.edu/people/uzma-z-rizvi/SUPPORT:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/knowtimeAnchor: https://anchor.fm/knowtime/supportYoutube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-937lA3_s2g5AxdpKQjVg/joinMerch: https://know-time-shop.fourthwall.com/PODCAST:Anchor: https://anchor.fm/knowtimeSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CjRJPktODLDeHavCNDLGAApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-time/id1535371851?uo=4CONNECT:Youtube: Subscribe!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowtimetofly/Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/shalajlawania/Twitter: https://twitter.com/knowtimetoflyTwitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/shalajlawaniaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/knowtimetoflyReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/knowtimetofly/Merch: https://know-time-shop.fourthwall.comBlog: http://www.sadisticshalpy.com/Producer & Host: Shalaj LawaniaTIMELINE0:00 Trailer1:53 Introduction3:05 What is Mohenjo-daro?5:28 Uzma’s Journey Into Archaeology9:07 The Sense of Touch13:30 What is Archaeology?15:19 Archaeology 101: Mohenjo-daro Site Plan21:20 The People & Culture of Mohenjo-daro28:33 Curved vs. Straight Lines31:32 Speculation in Archaeology47:27 Sewage, Waste & Drainage at Mohenjo-daro 1:02:03 Monumentality, Power & Hierarchy in Mohenjo-daro1:06:58 The Priest King & The Dancing Girl1:10:45 The Colonization of Archaeology1:24:56 The Problems with Excavations1:31:54 Non-Invasive Archaeology1:35:53 Making Archaeology Accessible1:39:25 Care At Mohenjo-daro1:46:24 Lego, Inspirations, Legacy & Meaning of Life#archaeology #mohenjodaro #anthropology

How do computers understand human language? What is Natural Language Processing (NLP), and why is Arabic so challenging for artificial intelligence? In this episode of Know Time, we speak with Nizar Habash, a leading expert in Arabic Natural Language Processing, about linguistics, computational linguistics, AI, machine learning, and Large Language Models (LLMs).From the foundations of NLP to the technology behind modern AI, this conversation explores how machines process language, how linguistic knowledge helps computers interpret meaning, and the challenges of building AI systems that work across languages and dialects.In this episode, we discuss:- Natural Language Processing (NLP) explained: how computers work with human language- The relationship between linguistics, computer science, and artificial intelligence- Why Arabic presents unique challenges for NLP and AI- Arabic morphology, dialects, and the complexities of language processing- How machine learning enables computers to analyse and generate text- Large Language Models (LLMs): how they relate to NLP- The capabilities and limitations of modern language technologies- The future of Arabic NLP and multilingual artificial intelligenceNizar Habash shares insights from his research into Arabic language technology and explains how linguistics and computer science come together to build more capable language-processing systems.Whether you're interested in AI, ChatGPT, linguistics, Arabic, computer science, machine learning, or the technology behind Large Language Models, this conversation offers an accessible introduction to Natural Language Processing.Subscribe to Know Time for long-form conversations with leading scientists, researchers, authors, and thinkers.Nizar: https://www.nizarhabash.com/SUPPORT:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/knowtimeAnchor: https://anchor.fm/knowtime/supportYoutube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-937lA3_s2g5AxdpKQjVg/joinMerch: https://know-time-shop.fourthwall.com/PODCAST:Anchor: https://anchor.fm/knowtimeSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CjRJPktODLDeHavCNDLGAApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-time/id1535371851?uo=4CONNECT:Youtube: Subscribe!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowtimetofly/Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/shalajlawania/Twitter: https://twitter.com/knowtimetoflyTwitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/shalajlawaniaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/knowtimetoflyReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/knowtimetofly/Merch: https://know-time-shop.fourthwall.comBlog: http://www.sadisticshalpy.com/Producer & Host: Shalaj LawaniaTIMELINE0:00 Trailer2:09 Introduction3:23 The Beauty of Language7:30 Language & Identity14:35 Creating A Language26:21 Arabic 101: Orthographic Ambiguity34:26 Arabic 101: Morphological Richness40:01 Arabic 101: Phonological Variation43:34 Arabic 101: Hominems45:22 Arabic Dialects50:26 Arabic & Arab Identity57:18 Language, Peace & Unity1:02:50 The Purpose of Language1:13:41 The History of Natural Language Processing1:25:10 How Does An LLM Work?1:32:02 Why Do LLMs Hallucinate?1:37:44 The Poverty of the Stimulus Argument1:44:47 How Do We Learn A Language?1:47:49 Arabic Tokenization1:53:42 Arabic Machine Translation1:57:50 Do LLMs Create Their Own Language?2:02:47 Bias in AI Models2:13:05 Sentient AI2:18:18 The Limits of Language & Cognition2:25:24 Lego, Inspirations, Legacy & Meaning of Life#naturallanguageprocessing #computerscience #artificialintelligence #ai

What makes a great actor? How do actors build a character, find the truth in a performance, and bring a script to life?In Know Time #194, acclaimed actors Kumud Mishra and Shubhrajyoti Barat go deep into the craft of theatre and acting. They discuss the fundamentals of performance, character-building, stagecraft, rehearsals, working with directors, finding emotion in a scene, and the differences between theatre, film and other forms of acting.This conversation is a masterclass in acting and theatre, drawing on decades of experience across the stage, cinema and television.If you're interested in acting, theatre, Indian cinema, performance, storytelling and the craft of becoming an actor, this episode offers an in-depth look at what happens behind a great performance.🎙️ Guests: Kumud Mishra & Shubhrajyoti Barat🎧 Episode: Know Time #194Kumud: https://www.instagram.com/kumudkmishra/?hl=enShubhrajyoti: https://www.instagram.com/shubhrajyotibarat/?hl=enSUPPORT:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/knowtimeAnchor: https://anchor.fm/knowtime/supportYoutube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-937lA3_s2g5AxdpKQjVg/joinMerch: https://know-time-shop.fourthwall.com/PODCAST:Anchor: https://anchor.fm/knowtimeSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CjRJPktODLDeHavCNDLGAApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-time/id1535371851?uo=4CONNECT:Youtube: Subscribe!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowtimetofly/Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/shalajlawania/Twitter: https://twitter.com/knowtimetoflyTwitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/shalajlawaniaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/knowtimetoflyReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/knowtimetofly/Merch: https://know-time-shop.fourthwall.comBlog: http://www.sadisticshalpy.com/Producer & Host: Shalaj LawaniaTIMELINE0:00 Trailer1:37 Introduction3:48 The Purpose of Theatre9:43 Shubhrajyoti’s Journey18:41 Kumud’s Journey25:52 Theatre 101: Theory & Fundamentals38:26 Acting 101: Homework & Prep48:06 Influence of Personal Life52:42 Realism in Acting59:57 Acting 101: The Hidden Story1:05:30 Acting 101: Accents, Slang & Language1:11:12 Theatre vs. Cinema1:17:17 Acting vs. Stardom1:22:38 Lego Interpretation, Legacy & Meaning of Life#theatre #acting

What is sociology, and how can it help us understand society, power, class, revolutions, and history? In this episode of Know Time, sociologist Georgi Derluguian joins us for a wide-ranging conversation on the foundations of sociology, Soviet history, Russia, the collapse of the USSR, social class, nationalism, revolution, and the forces that shape modern societies.Georgi Derluguian is a sociologist and professor whose work explores historical sociology, the Soviet Union, Russia, the Caucasus, nationalism, social movements, and global political economy. Drawing on history and sociology, he explains how societies change, why states and institutions evolve, and how the Soviet experience continues to shape Russia and the wider world.We discuss:Sociology 101: What exactly is sociology?How societies, institutions and social classes developMarx, Weber and the origins of modern sociologyUnderstanding the Soviet Union through sociologyThe Russian Revolution and the Soviet systemWhy the USSR collapsedRussia after the Soviet collapseNationalism, class and political powerThe Caucasus and the legacy of the Soviet UnionHow historical sociology helps us understand Russia todayGeorgi Derluguian is a professor of sociology and a scholar of historical sociology, with extensive research on the Soviet Union, Russia, nationalism, social movements and global political economy.Subscribe to Know Time for conversations on history, philosophy, science, politics, culture, society and ideas.Georgi: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georgi_DerluguianSUPPORT:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/knowtimeAnchor: https://anchor.fm/knowtime/supportYoutube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-937lA3_s2g5AxdpKQjVg/joinMerch: https://know-time-shop.fourthwall.com/PODCAST:Anchor: https://anchor.fm/knowtimeSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CjRJPktODLDeHavCNDLGAApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-time/id1535371851?uo=4CONNECT:Youtube: Subscribe!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowtimetofly/Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/shalajlawania/Twitter: https://twitter.com/knowtimetoflyTwitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/shalajlawaniaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/knowtimetoflyReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/knowtimetofly/Merch: https://know-time-shop.fourthwall.comBlog: http://www.sadisticshalpy.com/Producer & Host: Shalaj LawaniaTIMELINE0:00 Trailer1:41 Introduction2:50 Structure vs. Agency12:01 The Great Man Theory28:36 Georgi’s Journey39:42 The History of Sociology51:30 Why Did The Soviet Union Collapse?1:08:18 Do Nations Have A Destiny?1:15:45 World-Systems Perspective1:22:11 Bias in Sociology1:30:36 Lego & Meaning of Life#history #sovietunion #sociology