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Mary Portas: ‘alpha culture’ is holding back enterprise
The retail guru believes the dominant model of leadership deters women – and many men – from aspiring to senior roles
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10 ideas to keep retailers one step ahead
Discover the innovative retailers who are finding new ways to win and retain custom
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IoD Open House – speaker Paul Lindley ponders his leadership inspirations
The Ella’s Kitchen founder ponders the pivotal moments of his business career
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Curated Crowd founder asks: “How do I balance my long and short-term goals?”
Ada Zhao asks an experienced panel of IoD members for advice
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How can Attollo Lingerie ensure its first hire is passionate about the product?
Attollo co-founder Fleurette Mulcahy asks for expert advice on an SME’s first hire
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Will Black Friday wreak havoc for SMEs?
Last year SMEs were underprepared for surge in web traffic and stock management
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Jo Malone discusses the lessons she’s learnt in business
The perfumer who built a global fragrance brand launches her autobiography this month
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BHS fiasco: Sir Philip Green isn’t the only one who must face questions
Simon Walker discusses Sir Philip Green and the collapse of BHS
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Fashion industry luminary Kim Winser on going it alone in business
Wonder was Marks & Spencer’s first female board director and revived Pringle of Scotland, Aquascutum and Agent Provocateur
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Will extended Sunday trading hours be good for business?
Local councils will have power to relax trading laws, but will it help or hinder retailers?
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Founders of UK and Ireland’s Independent Bookshop of the Year on tackling Amazon
The married couple on setting up in a recession and taking on the internet giants
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Black Friday spend set to surpass £1bn for the first time
Last year it’s estimated shoppers spent £360,000 a minute on credit cards