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How the IoD can help you build a portfolio career
Many experts recommend that you should start out in a voluntary capacity, rather than trying to make the leap from executive director to corporate Ned. Schools, academies and charities, for instance, are always on the lookout for directors with strong commercial skills to serve them as governors and trustees.
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The innovations set to disrupt and enhance your sector
From mind-controlled cars to perma-charged batteries, innovations in development today are poised to enhance, disrupt and even spawn whole new industries, writes futurist Will Higham
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How to prevent identity fraud
Directors are at high risk, but there are new ways to protect your data at Companies House
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Why everyone’s talking about mentoring
Only a quarter of British SMEs make use of mentors. Experts discuss what both parties stand to gain
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How I set up shop in Tokyo
Robert Ettinger, CEO of British leather goods firm Ettinger, on how he has developed the brand in Japan
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Taking action on carbon neutrality
The benefits of carbon neutrality can be realised more easily and cost-effectively than firms might imagine
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How to franchise your business
The IoD’s Information and Advisory Service offers guidance for licensing
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10 innovative ways to attract top talent
Tomorrow’s best employees will be putting self-determination and community before office gimmicks, writes futurist Will Higham
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Tax expert Stephen Herring: In defence of tax breaks
The former IoD head of taxation makes the case for the main concessions
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The leadership lessons of Rachel Botsman
An authority on trust in the digital age, Botsman offers advice on public speaking and explains why the new principles of trust pose a challenge for business leaders
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A director’s guide to embracing AI
Russ Shaw, founder of Tech London Advocates, a global network of 6,000 tech leaders, answers your biggest AI questions
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How to set up a business in Brazil
There’s much about Brazil to attract firms right now. UK imports do better here than those from other nations