Author: William Sharma

Investing is now about more than money. A greater number of investors now want their money to positively impact society and the environment, while also turning a profit. That change has brought a tsunami of ESG investing. ESG is short for Environmental, Social and Governance, and it’s a new way of measuring companies that goes beyond the traditional financial stuff. ESG investing is entering the mainstream as awareness spreads worldwide. 1. What ESG Investing Means ESG investing evaluates companies around their environmental responsibility, social impact and ethical governance. Investors examine how businesses are managing climate risk, treating employees, supporting communities and being transparent. Responsible, stable leadership is…

Life in the city is entering a new age one where cities are smarter, more connected and more efficient. Smart cities apply data, technology and sustainable design to improve quality of life, mobility, safety and services. As these cities rise, the cost of real estate in them goes up. It’s not a new tendency, but rather it’s a structural change in how cities develop and property value is generated. 1. What Defines a Smart City What is a smart city? This extends to strategy and management across smart transport, energy, waste, public safety and digital government. These attributes are what make cities more livable, productive and appealing…

A seismic change is taking place in sports as women take leadership roles across major leagues like never before. From founders and commissioners to team owners and executives, women are making their mark on how leagues are run, marketed and grown. This wave of all-female leagues is as much about representation as it is about resourcefulness, inclusivity and sustainability in sports. 1. What Women-Run Leagues Mean, in Reality Women’s professional sports leagues are organizations in which women hold a number of roles including owner, manager, coach etc. This will include oversight of league management, governance, marketing and operations. These leaders affect rules, player safety, media strategy and…

Celebrity podcasts are one of the fastest growing areas in digital entertainment. Today’s audiences demand more than slick interviews and red carpet appearances. They’re hungry for honesty, depth and true stories. Podcasts offer celebrities a platform to speak candidly, reveal behind-the-scenes stories and interact with fans in a more intimate way. This emerging trend is transforming how celebrities communicate with their fans, and equally how fans stay close to the stars they love. 1. What Celebrity Podcasts Really Are Celebrity podcasts are audio shows that offer content hosted by actors, musicians, athletes and influencers. These podcasts typically include personal anecdotes, informal chats or guest interviews. Podcasts are…

With increasing awareness about the environment, more people are re-evaluating how their daily habits impact on the planet. Zero waste living is becoming increasingly popular as people try to cut out trash from their lives and limit their use of resources, and accept responsibility for the planet. This isn’t a move toward perfection, but rather an effort to become more aware and thoughtful about what we consume and how we end up throwing away or wasting so much of it. 1. Here’s What Zero Waste Lifestyle Really Looks Like Zero waste living is dedicated to limiting the amount of trash in land fills. It promotes…

Athletes are having longer careers and better results than they ever have. A major factor in this trend is the science of recovery. In the past, training was largely about strength and skill. Now, recovery is as debased to use at the same sentence. Advancing sports science, technology and medical research are enabling athletes to protect their bodies, recover more quickly and stretch the limits of their professional careers far beyond what was once imaginable. 1. What Recovery Science Really Means Recovery science examines how the body repairs and adjusts to physical stress. This includes techniques, tools and strategies that assist muscles to recover, fight fatigue and…

Worldwide dietary habits are shifting as more and more people leave older ways of eating in favor of health, sustainability and mindfulness about the food they consume. One huge trend is the increasing demand for plant-based protein. A While ago looked upon as the domain of only cutting-edge bodybuilders, athletes and health purists – now being embraced by just about everyone! This increase is indicative of a shift in our values towards food, the environment and long-term health. 1. What Plant-Based Protein Really Is Plant-based protein is sourced from foods like legumes, grains, nuts, seeds and vegetables. It does not contain cholesterol like animal protein does…

Biotech and health tech are converging to transform healthcare into a connected home service. Once limited to medicines, genetics, and labs, biotech now merges with digital tools, devices, and data systems. Together, they deliver smarter, faster, personalized care, revolutionizing how diseases are discovered, treated, and prevented. 1. Decoding Bio Tech and Health Tech The field of biotechnology involves harnessing biological processes for the purposes of creating new medicines, vaccines and treatments. Health tech is the technology that supports health care and medicine. It is used in both scenarios to refer to digital platforms, medical software, wearable devices and similar solutions/programs alike. With these…

True crime is one of the most addictive and commercially successful genres, headlining streaming platforms, podcasts and books. What holds people are stories based on actual crimes, investigations and courtroom drama that suck people in and keep them listening, watching or talking weeks after the episode ends. The attraction is more than the shock factor. True crime intertwines curiosity, psychology and narrative like few other genres. 1. True Tales Pack An Emotional Punch The true crime genre is built upon real events, real victims and real consequences. The fact that this story is true only heightens the drama and pathos. Because the stakes here are real, not…

There is a quiet but stunning shift under way in the software industry. Rather than ambitious platforms that try to serve everyone, more founders are designing small, focused tools for narrow problems. These are Micro S in name and form. Run by solo founders or small teams, Micro SaaS and niche software companies are showing that you do not need millions in funding or large teams to build the next profitable and sustainable piece of software. 1. What Micro SaaS Really Means For those not in the know, Micro SaaS pertains to small software products solving one problem really well for a small market. Such…