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9 ways to be a professional rule-breaker
The author of Be More Pirate on how to grab the helm first and apologise for rocking the boat later
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‘Should I focus on growing my venture at home or abroad?’
Julian Cook asks our panel of seasoned IoD members which market offers his firm the best potential for growth
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More than a feeling: the rise of emotional intelligence
Experts in the field tell Director why EQ far surpasses IQ as a component of effective leadership
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5 tips for a winning pitch from a top angel investor
Paul Daniels, the vastly experienced angel and chairman of Involved Investors, offers his advice
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How to build a more creative business
Chris Griffiths – CEO of OpenGenius and co-author of The Creative Thinking Handbook – offers five top tips
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How to understand the rules of whistleblowing
The IoD’s Information and Advisory Service explains your rights and responsibilities, both as an employer and employee
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Case study – how I set up in Dubai
IoD member Rebecca Marks on establishing her entertainment business in the UAE
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How to do business in Dubai
As the countdown to Dubai’s Expo 2020 begins, experts explain how to trade in the UAE – our fourth-biggest export market outside Europe.
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The leadership lessons of Tamara Sakovska
The IoD Chartered Director of the Year reflects on experiences – from living in the Soviet Union to working on Wall Street – that shaped her
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How to do business in California
Advice on setting up in the Golden State from UK leaders already established there
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Case study – how I set up in California
The founder of Nexus Studios describes the company’s experience of expanding to LA in 2017
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The rise of the purpose-driven business
The leaders putting environmental sustainability at heart to attract talent and drive growth