The Power of Place

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Category: Strategy

Foundational Lexiconvibe
Executive Parlanceatmosphere
Scholarly Discourseambient character
Babel ZenithGenius loci
Origin: Latin
Pronunciation: /ˈdʒiːniəs ˈloʊsaɪ/

Etymology & Meaning

The pervading spirit of a place.

In the Boardroom

Choosing a historic venue for a high-level summit to influence the mood.

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