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Integrity in Business: The Bedrock of Trust and Success

Integrity stands as one of the most cherished virtues, timeless and universal. Regardless of the era — ancient or modern — or country or domain, this trait is ever-valued. An individual can have immense talents and skills, but if their moral fiber is questionable, no reputable organization would willingly employ them. As the adage goes: ...

Max Lu

Business skyscrapers in reflection in La Defense financial district in Paris, France.

The Fascinating Origin of ‘Fair Trade’

Historically, fair trade has been cast on a steelyard’s sliding weights for weighing steel. Today, business people also consider it a principle to abide by in trading. But not many people know the fascinating origin of the term “fair trade.” Fair seeks Trade According to legend, a person named Fair conducted a retail business. Fair ...

Tatiana Denning

A commercial scale.