HKUST TEMG4000G – Deep Tech Startup Business Plan
A newly developed course at HKUST Dual-Degree Technology and Management Program (DDP) taught by Daniel Chun (new faculty member at DDP and EMIA) – 3-credit course TEMG4000G is now looking … Read More
How CEO leadership practice matters
3 min read. By Daniel Chun In a recent article by HBR (link) the author has discussed the importance of a well established theory in leadership practice called servant leadership. … Read More
The importance of side hustle – during the downturn
5-minute read Practice Entrepreneurship While at University: The Importance of Thinking Small and Big in a Tech Start-Up During an Economic Downturn In today’s uncertain economic climate, it’s essential for … Read More
TVB to write off Ztore e-commerce operations ! How leadership matters in listed companies in strategic acquisitions of start-ups
TVB (listed company in HK Stock code 511) now writing off Ztore after spending over HK$200 Million to acquire in 2019 the fame Ztore e-commerce company which had a high … Read More
Entrepreneurs Attributes, Traits and Competencies – are they the same thing ?
According to this paper written by Lau, Chan and Ho (2000), both Kirznerian and Schumpeterian perspectives are presented. They suggested that personality traits are inborn characteristics such as locus of … Read More
New EMIA4500A course in Smart City Development at HKUST – from Academy of Interdisciplinary Studies
As cities around the world embrace the concept of smart city development, it becomes crucial to understand the key characteristics that define these intelligent urban ecosystems. In this blog post, … Read More
Get a SKIN in the game – a call for your passion and perseverance
After interviewing over 30+ students from my department, I found myself having coined a new term called SKIN. You are also witnessing the possibility of the genesis of creating a … Read More
Entrepreneurship skills – can these be trained ?
According to research by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, “The growing trend of entrepreneurship in Hong Kong in recent years has led to a rapid increase in the number … Read More
Have you got what it takes to be an entrepreneur ?
The use of a structure framework could help entrepreneurs wannabe to make a clear self-assessment of themselves whether they have the entrepreneurship skills and competencies. Entrepreneurship is a mindset that … Read More
Nintendo’s Blue Ocean Strategy
Nintendo’s Blue Ocean Strategy has been a key factor in its success in the video game console market. The company has pursued “blue ocean” innovation, looking for open space to … Read More