The Questions Leaders Are Really Asking

MEET OUR MEMBER - JENNIFER NGUYEN Jennifer Nguyen Founder – Studii Academy Business Executive Network Member since 2024 Jennifer Nguyen is the founder of Studii Academy (formerly AEA – American Education Alliance), an educational organization dedicated to training and coaching teenagers in preparation for growth and study abroad journeys. Today, Studii’s students are thriving in the US and other countries, pursuing both academic and personal excellence. Before founding Studii, Jennifer served as a Relationship Manager at Standard Chartered Bank. In 2011, she moved to the US to pursue her MBA and later worked as a Project Manager in Silicon Valley...

Raising Children in the Age of AI I’m not saying AI is taking over instantly, but it’s quietly moving faster than most people realize. While my daughters (nine and seven) are just figuring out bedtime snacks, AI might already be predicting their routines, their habits, and their interests, while the adults in their lives haven’t even started asking what they need to learn to keep up—with knowledge, with understanding, and with ethics. So What Can I Teach My Daughters That ChatGPT Can’t (Yet)? 1. How to Ask Better Questions Because “What’s the capital of France?” is Google’s job. But “Why..

The Power in Your Prompt How to Harness Creativity in AI I wrote this article using ChatGPT. Lazy right? Maybe, but there is work to do if you want the best result. Consider the following two versions of the article: Prompt: Write a 400 word article about branding. ChatGPT said: The Power of Branding: More Than Just a Logo In today’s crowded marketplace, branding is more than just a company’s logo or colour palette—it’s the emotional and psychological relationship a business builds with its audience. Strong branding distinguishes a business from its competitors, creates trust, and ultimately drives loyalty and..

Citizenship by Commitment: Vietnam’s High Bar for Belonging As Vietnam cements its status as one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic economies, the country is redefining what it means to become a part of its national fabric. For executives, investors, and overseas Vietnamese (Viet Kieu), the question of citizenship or long-term residency is no longer just legal - it is increasingly strategic. Vietnam’s nationality laws reflect the government's desire to maintain sovereignty, cultural identity, and social cohesion. While welcoming foreign investment and talent, the state insists that naturalization is a privilege, not a right. Applicants must not only demonstrate financial independence..

Lessons from Leading Language Learning Businesses Across Asia As the operator of language training franchises in Vietnam and Taiwan—and with a third Asian market currently in development— I’ve had the opportunity to build regional operations from the ground up. From this experience, I’ve observed firsthand the structural, operational, and market-specific factors that determine whether a training business becomes scalable or stalls. While the context is language training, the lessons I’ve learned apply broadly across service-based franchises and international operations. 1. Growth demands saying no: select clients, not just more clients One of the most counterintuitive lessons I’ve learned is that..

Future-Ready Leadership: 10 Trends You Can’t Afford to Ignore We’re leading in an era where disruption is the default. AI is reshaping workflows, hybrid teams are the norm, and the expectations of both customers and employees are shifting faster than most leaders can track. Amid this velocity of change, one truth emerges: leadership itself is being redefined. The leaders who thrive today aren’t just managers— they’re trend trackers. They know that staying relevant means staying curious. They scan the horizon for signals, not just symptoms. The question isn’t “Are you ready?” It’s “Are you paying attention?” Here are 10 emerging..

Unique Experiences at The Heart Of The Earth Spa at Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An, Vietnam Recognized by Forbes as a “Wellness Wonderland,” Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai draws profound inspiration from the teachings of the late Vietnamese Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh—one of the world’s foremost Zen masters. Nestled beside a tranquil, lotus-filled lagoon, The Heart of The Earth Spa reflects his philosophy, bringing the element of stability, creativity, and non-judgment—offering a serene sanctuary for contemplation and renewal. Nurturing the physical body is essential for overall well-being. Our treatments are designed to ground and stabilize,..

Between Mountain and Sea: Amanoi’s New Expressions of Private Luxury Some places invite escape. Others invite returns to quiet, to clarity, to a sense of self often lost in the noise of everyday life. Amanoi, perched on the edge of Vietnam’s Nui Chua National Park overlooking the calm waters of Vinh Hy Bay, has always been a place of return. Long known for its refined simplicity and deep connection to nature, Amanoi is expanding its offering in 2025 with two new experiences that continue its legacy of thoughtful luxury. The Amanoi Ocean Pool Residence, a secluded three-bedroom villa tucked high..

Fusion Resort & Villas Da Nang: Your Sanctuary for Wellness & Leisure Nestled along Vietnam’s stunning coastline, Fusion Resort & Villas Da Nang offers a holistic escape for leisure and wellness seekers. This wellness-inspired resort seamlessly blends luxurious accommodations with a groundbreaking wellness-inclusive concept, ensuring guests depart feeling refreshed and revitalized. Wellness Included At Fusion Da Nang, well-being is integral. Guests in Ocean View Suites and above enjoy complimentary daily spa treatments, encouraging deep self-care without extra cost, fostering true well-being. The heart of this philosophy is Maia Spa, one of Vietnam’s largest hotel spas. Its extensive facilities nurture body,..

VIETNAM’S MOST AWARDED GOLF COURSE Ba Na Hills Golf Club Crafted by Nature, Perfected by Passion Designed by former World No. 1 Luke Donald and managed by the globally acclaimed IMG, Ba Na Hills Golf Club represents a new standard of championship golf in Vietnam and beyond. More than just a well-designed course, it’s a place where nature and precision meet to craft something truly special. Set at the base of the Ba Na mountain range, just 25 minutes from downtown Da Nang, the course offers a rare inland experience defined by forest, ridgelines, and dramatic elevation changes. While many..

It’s Gotta Be The Clubs  - Best Places To Buy Golf Clubs in HCMC and Best Clubs To Buy There’s a saying in the world of golf: “I’ve spent most of my life golfing, the rest I’ve wasted.” Don’t waste your life golfing with the wrong clubs. Anyone who’s played golf long enough, knows if someone is playing well it’s gotta be the clubs. Here are the best places to buy golf clubs in Ho Chi Minh City and the best clubs to buy. Seven Golf Seven Golf is a supermarket that specializes in all golf products — clubs, ball,..

Overcoming the Challenges of Dental Tourism - Advancing Access to High-Quality, Affordable Dental Care in Vietnam Dental tourism—the practice of seeking low-cost dental care abroad—has grown substantially. As a dentist with over 20 years of experience, primarily in Australia and the US, I have witnessed the growing trend of patients pursuing care overseas due to increasing costs back home. A source of professional frustration has been my inability to provide care to patients due to their financial constraints. Even worse was seeing patients return from overseas with subpar work, often requiring extensive and costly corrective treatment. After my three-year specialty..