The article below was assigned to our summer 2026 intern, Rafael Khalil, and was written under the close supervision of our Team. Rafael explores the structural vulnerabilities of small and family-owned businesses, examining why so many fail to survive beyond their founders. Through a compelling analysis of how founders become trapped by their own indispensability, he highlights how total control ultimately prevents a business from outliving its creator. It is a timely and insightful piece that sheds light on succession challenges in economies like Cyprus, offering a thoughtful perspective on the heavy price of sole proprietorship and the difficult choice between going fast alone or going far with others. In a reflective and mature manner, Rafael wonders whether the ultimate trap of success is building something so dependent on yourself that it cannot survive your absence.
How does climate change impact on Global economies & International trade?
The article below was assigned to our summer 2026 intern, Wang Hairui (Luke), and was written under the close supervision of our Team. Luke, who attends the Heritage Private School in Cyprus and is soon entering his final year, explores one of the most pressing global challenges of our time: the impact of climate change on global economies and international trade. Through an engaging combination of geographical and economic analysis, he examines how rising temperatures, extreme weather events and environmental disruptions are increasingly affecting supply chains, agricultural production, trade routes and economic stability across the world. It is a thought-provoking and highly relevant article that highlights the growing connection between our planet’s physical environment and the global economy, offering valuable insights for readers of all ages.
THE BIG SHORT
In light of the recent, very interesting AI seminar our office hosted in house regarding the use of AI tools in the workplace, we asked our newest team member to prepare an article exploring artificial intelligence and more specifically, its potential impact on critical thinking.
