Some interesting links we found across the web this week:

How to Instill a Culture of Mindfulness at Your Startup
Rooting a company’s culture in mindfulness can create a strong focus in the present moment and decrease burnout for workers. This article by Entrepreneur highlights three ways in which founders can incorporate mindfulness in their company’s culture.

Expanding Your Startup: When Internationalization Goes Wrong
Founders who are considering expanding their startups to new, international markets have to make decisions regarding timing, market choices and budgeting. This VentureBeat article summarizes a few key mistakes to avoid during the expansion process. 

The State of Globalization in 2019, and What It Means for Strategists
Globalization in 2018 was shaped by increased tariffs, tightened screening of foreign corporate takeovers, advanced data localization policies and stricter immigration policies. This article from HBR discusses ways in which, amidst such turbulence, executives can build their businesses and embrace globalization in 2019.

Three Leadership Techniques to Help Startups Overcome Obstacles and Grow
Investors flock to the startups that are at the top of their trade and industry. This Forbes article identifies methods that founders can use to grow their businesses with a focus on being the best.

What Entrepreneurs Should Demand From Their VC Board Members
Given an entrepreneur has limited time and focus, board members need to deliver value in each board meeting and conversation. This article from Medium XL Innovate highlights a handful of ways in which board members can do so.  

Links compiled by Shafi Armatis.