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Hello and welcome to Modern CEO! I’m Stephanie Mehta, CEO and chief content officer of Mansueto Ventures. Each week this newsletter explores inclusive approaches to leadership drawn from conversations with executives and entrepreneurs, and from the pages of Inc. and Fast Company. If you received this newsletter from a friend, you can sign up to get it yourself every Monday morning.Fourteen years ago, Graham Dugoni decided to start a movement to address what he viewed as the deleterious effects of rampant smartphone usage. “What I saw was kind of impending nihilism, the sense that everyone is going to be inundated with media, and it’s going to hollow out the meaning in your life,” he recalls.An Analog SolutionHis response was not a manifesto or a march. It was a product: an individual, locked pouch that holds devices while users are in designated phone-free zones such as classrooms or concerts. Phones can be removed from the pouches via unlocking bases in areas where phone use is allowed. In 2014, Dugoni launched Yondr, which offers customers the tools to create phone-free spaces, including the pouches and operational resources and support. Today the company operates in more than 55 countries, works with schools in all 50 states, and counts Dave Chappelle, Bruno Mars, and Madonna among its artist partners.Dugoni acknowledges the irony of trying to combat the impacts of tech conglomerates via yet another business. “The idea of starting a company was kind of [uncomfortable] to me,” he says. He had considered pursuing his efforts via academia, but he says he realized “the only way to have a mass sociological effect was at a scale that only a company could achieve.”That Yondr sells to school systems, which often are on tight budgets, is a further complication. A recent article in The New York Times described how students are breaking into the pouches and cited examples of schools opting for low-tech (and presumably cheaper) solutions such as lockers or cubbies. “I think spending a bunch of money on a product right away was not wise,” one teacher, who instead has his students deposit their phones in a plastic caddy in his classroom, told the Times.Following In Others’ FootstepsDugoni’s desire to turn his company into a movement echoes the ethos of Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard. Patagonia isn’t just a clothing and equipment maker, it “is a philosophy, a way of being, a subculture, one that represents an alternative vision of what it means to be a part of the modern economy,” writes David Gelles in Dirtbag Billionaire, his recent book about Chouinard.Perhaps unsurprisingly, Patagonia is emblematic of the uneasy relationship between capitalism and idealism that Dugoni and other well-meaning founders often encounter. Chouinard “was cautious about growing the business too quickly, but he needed to increase sales to fund his environmental philanthropy. He took good care of his employees in many ways, but never shared equity or profits with them,” Gelles tells me. “This tension is what makes Patagonia so unique. It’s a company that has wrestled with its own imperfections for decades now, using them as a source of inspiration in its unending quest to get better.”By at least one measure, Dugoni’s phone-free movement is well underway: more than 30 states ban mobile phones in schools. Dugoni views Yondr as a facilitator; enduring change needs to come from passionate people and communities. “What happens inside the spaces Yondr helps provide is really up to the people running the show,” he says. “Yondr is there to create space to allow those things to thrive.”Reader MailbagA few weeks ago I asked you to share the youth trends you’re tracking in 2026. Many of you submitted responses that suggest that young people are embracing Yondr’s phone-free philosophies. Here’s a sampling:Lesley Gold, Cofounder And CEO, SutherlandGold Group“Gen Z is the first generation to be ‘digitally native’ and yet they are turning to analog. They are looking for wisdom that comes from experiences that are sensory. It’s like the Good Will Hunting quote (paraphrasing here): ‘You can read every book on Michelangelo, know every fact about him, and never know what the Sistine Chapel smells like.’ They want to see, touch, taste, hear, smell life . . . everything you can’t get on a screen.”Barby K. Siegel, Global CEO, Zeno Group“The youth trend we’re watching in 2026 is self-preservation. Through Zeno’s Project GAP (Generational Advisory Perspectives), we see Gen Z creating its own alignment—setting clearer tech boundaries, becoming more selective about trust, and choosing what feels livable over what looks aspirational.”Gabrielle Wesley, Chief Marketing Officer, Confectionery, Mars Snacking North America“Staying current on culture isn’t about chasing trends but earning relevance and credibility. With 93% of consumers skipping or blocking ads, Gen Z is leading the charge, and they are sending a clear message: brands must earn their time by adding real value. For Mars, that means practicing true consumer obsession—listening deeply to cultural signals and showing up in ways that are rooted in real-life experiences that reflect how this consumer thinks, feels, and behaves. For example, a live Big Game moment with Skittles turned advertising into participation, delivering a commercial straight to one lucky fan’s front yard. Younger generations don’t want to be talked at; they want to be invited in.”Read more: less techFast growth founders help kids break their tech addictionWhy the ‘anxious generation’ needs cellphone bans in schoolNew York law bans algorithmic feeds for kids on social media
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Choosing a forex broker can be confusing. One site advertises “low spreads,” another emphasises “fast execution,” and a third promotes a bonus while hiding real costs in the fine print.Most traders end up doing the same thing: opening 10 tabs, taking notes, and still feeling unsure.That’s why here at investingLive, we have launched a forex brokers comparison page for 2026. It’s a simple way to compare brokers side by side based on the details traders usually check before opening an account.Why a comparison page helps tradersIf you trade often, small differences add up. Spreads, fees, and leverage rules can change the cost of each trade. Broker regulation also matters, especially if you care about how your funds are held and what rules the broker must follow.A helpful forex broker comparison page helps you do two things:Shortlist faster (remove brokers that do not match your needs)Ask better questions before you sign up (so you don’t miss key conditions)It won’t replace your own checks. But it can save time and help you compare with less guesswork.What you can do on the investingLive forex brokers comparison pageThe investingLive page is built for active traders who want quick clarity.On the page, you can:Compare broker details side by sideReview broker profiles in one placeClick through to visit the broker’s site for full terms and account detailsRight now, the page is still new and starts with a small set of brokers. That makes it easier to scan, and it will expand over time.What to compare before you open a live accountIf you are using a forex broker comparison page, it helps to know what to look for. Here are the areas most traders check, and why they matter.1) Regulation and license detailsRegulation does not make trading risk-free, but it can change how a broker must operate.When you compare brokers, check:Where they are regulatedWhich entity will you sign up under (some brands have more than one)Whether client funds are held in separate accounts If the broker has multiple entities, make sure you are comparing the same account type under the correct entity.2) Spreads and pricing modelSpreads can vary by account type and market hours. Some brokers offer:Spread-only pricingCommission + lower spreads (often called “raw” or “ECN-style” accounts)When comparing, look for:Typical spreads on pairs you trade mostCommission per lot (if any)Any extra fees that may apply (inactivity, withdrawals, swaps, etc.)A comparison table helps you quickly spot pricing differences. Then you can confirm the details on the broker’s site.3) Fees you might missMany traders focus on spreads and ignore the rest.Check for:Deposit and withdrawal fees (including third-party fees)Currency conversion feesInactivity feesSwap/rollover costs (if you hold overnight)A broker can look cheap on spreads, but then cost more through other fees.4) Leverage and risk controlsLeverage rules depend on the broker’s regulator and the account type.Compare:Max leverage offeredMargin call and stop-out levels (if shown)Negative balance protection (if stated)Also, ask yourself what leverage you actually use. Higher leverage is not always better. It just changes risk.5) Platforms and toolsMany traders choose based on platform comfort.Compare:Available platforms (MT4, MT5, cTrader, web platform, mobile)Order types (market, limit, stop, trailing stop, etc.)Charting and execution toolsCopy trading or social trading options (if relevant)If you rely on a specific tool, make sure it’s supported on the account type you want.6) Product range and trading conditionsEven if you start with FX only, you may later add indices, gold, oil, or crypto CFDs (where allowed).Compare:Instruments offeredMinimum lot sizeTrading hoursAny limits around scalping, hedging, or EAs (if you use them)Conditions can vary by account type, so always double-check the broker profile and the broker’s own pages.A simple way to use the page (in 5 minutes)If you want to use the investingLive forex brokers comparison page well, follow this quick flow:Pick your top 3–5 “must-have” needs (example: regulation type, platform, low costs on EUR/USD, fast withdrawals)Use the comparison page to shortlist brokers that matchOpen each broker profile and scan for anything you missedClick through to the broker site and confirm the full account termsTest with a demo account before you fund a live accountThis approach keeps you focused. It also reduces the risk of choosing a broker based solely on a single nice headline.What this page is (and what it is not)This page is:A starting point for comparing brokers side by sideA tool to support shortlisting and basic checksA quicker way to reach broker profiles and official sitesThis page is not:Investment adviceA guarantee that a broker is right for youA replacement for reading full terms and conditionsAlways check the broker’s official website and legal documents before opening an account.Where to access the forex brokers comparison pageYou can view the investingLive Best Forex Brokers 2026: Detailed Comparison page This article was written by investingLive at investinglive.com.