Today in Global Small Business: Leveraging the IoT For Exponential Global Growth

©iStock/ipopba What's affecting me, my clients, my colleagues and other global small business owners: Global expansion offers businesses leveraging the Internet of Things (IoT) the potential for exponential global growth , enhanced market reach, and a broader customer base. Secretary Blinken announced New Zealand as the latest donor partner to join the Global Equality Fund (GEF), protecting human rights with a new international partner. Brands that are looking for long-term growth and success need to expand their brand internationally at some point. Quote of the week: “Like air and drinking water, being digital will be noticed only by its absence, not its presence." – Nicholas Negroponte Cultural differences can guide best practices when expanding internationally . It's up to company leaders to make sure their teams are well-prepared. Go global if you can beat local.