The Monocle Guide to Good Business

Valuable, globally sourced wisdom and inspiration for getting down to business

The world is rife—even overrun—with business books. Whether it’s sage management advice or dubious tips on working two hours a week from a hammock, the business section of most bookstores is full of all flavors for would-be entrepreneurs and those looking to make moves in the business world. Considering the volume and range in quality of such titles, “The Monocle Guide to Good Business“—published by …

Lessons in Innovation from Raspberry Pi’s Jack Lang

The serial entrepreneur speaks about open source, data privacy and the power of technological transformations at Paris' Connected Conference

At this year’s Connected Conference—a Parisian event dedicated to connected hardware and the internet of things—we had the chance to hear Jack Lang, the co-founder of Raspberry Pi, speak. The conference focused on the complexities of open-sourcing and sharing freely within communities (with one of the biggest issues being the need for a standard language), and Lang’s distinct vision and strong support of an open …

Incipit

The Milan-based lab helps talented young designers bring their ideas to life

In Latin, the word “incipit” means “the beginning.” Reflecting the word’s meaning, Incipit is also a new Milan-based creative lab and business. The aim is simple yet brave: to help young designers produce their first objects by enlisting the best artisans and technicians around Italy, then launching those products in traditional design retail outlets. The company was founded last year by Roberto Hoz and Marta …