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Skills-based hiring: Five ways to future-proof your recruitment

From rethinking recruitment practices to fostering inclusive retention processes, Niki Turner-Harding explores how businesses can move beyond compliance and fully embrace the potential of a DEI-driven workplace

Niki Turner-Harding

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How microeconomists are helping tech giants boost profits

Niche experts in an unloved profession are in demand after showing fine margins can make all the difference

Szu Ping Chan

Guide on how to build an effective board

How to build an effective board

An effective board of directors plays a critical role in the success of a business, but knowing when and how to set one up is tricky

Sarah Vizard

Nick Bolton

Ordnance Survey CEO: Ask three questions before proposing a new business idea

The CEO of the mapping service says too many would-be entrepreneurs jump in blind without having done enough research

Dougal Shaw

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Don’t be afraid to rethink, reimagine and start afresh

Founders are often told to persevere but relentless focus on a failing idea can be a trap, says Caspar Lee

Caspar Lee

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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer speaks to medical staff and media during a visit to the Elective Orthopaedic Centre at Epsom Hospital

Starmer’s six milestones threaten to be a drag on growth

Labour’s pre-election ‘pro-business’ pledge has turned into something very different

Steven Swinford

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Paul McKenna manifestation masterclass: Rewire your brain for success

The author and behavioural scientist reveals how the misunderstood art of manifestation – grounded in science and strategy – can unlock creativity, drive and success

Josh Dornbrack

Allan Thygesen

Docusign CEO: Networking isn’t about cocktail parties

Allan Thygesen believes networking is misunderstood as something shallow, when really it’s about being relevant and meaningful to people

Dougal Shaw

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Building winning teams relies on spotting future stars

Harnessing top talent without compromising company culture is key to scaling a business. Here’s how to do it effectively

Bruce Whitfield

Cheeky Panda co-founder Julie Chen and her husband proudly wear their hats at a trade show

How bamboo helped put this business on a roll

Julie Chen was visiting a farm in China when she had the idea for building a business based on importing eco-friendly toilet paper

Dougal Shaw

Pip Murray

Pip & Nut CEO: How to build luck into your business

The founder and CEO of the Pip & Nut food brand explains how you can make your own luck in business

Dougal Shaw

Richard Harpin

Ask Richard: When is the right time to hire my replacement?

Richard Harpin, the founder of HomeServe and Growth Partner and owner of Business Leader, answers your burning business questions

Sarah Vizard

Insights & Analysis

Katherine Kostereva

Creatio CEO: Bootstrap first, then raise capital

Tech entrepreneur Katherine Kostereva explains why you should bootstrap your business idea first, before you seek capital investment

Dougal Shaw

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How AI can help businesses hire better

Could artificial intelligence unpick the knottiest problems – or create more issues than it solves?

Josh Dornbrack

Eddie Jordan poses for a photocall to celebrate receiving an OBE

Make passion and drive central to everything you do

Jake Humphrey shares the lessons that Formula One legend Eddie Jordan has for us all

Jake Humphrey

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Ikea's first UK store in Warrington in 1987

How Ikea’s style won over shoppers in UK

The Swedish chain was big and brash but found success by respecting the British consumer, says its country CEO

Graham Ruddick

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Emirates bets on a high-flying high-street experience 

Retail stores are becoming places to cement a relationship with customers, not just to sell products

Dougal Shaw

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Ikea’s boss: We’ve never made so many mistakes

Ingka Group’s CEO Jesper Brodin has had to return Ikea to its entrepreneurial roots to transform the retailer for the digital age

Dougal Shaw

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Lessons from a former Disney exec on using creativity to unlock innovation

Duncan Wardle, former Disney innovation chief, believes that companies need to ask ‘what if?’ to unlock innovation

Josh Dornbrack

Jesper Brodin

Ikea CEO: Manage challenges, lead from opportunities

Ikea’s CEO explains a simple concept to help business leaders in times of change and uncertainty

Dougal Shaw

The tears of a defeated athlete

Why entrepreneurs need to stay focused

Plus, why CEOs should be paid like top footballers, the UK economy unexpectedly shrinks and Manchester mayor Andy Burnham on why devolution is a game-changer for growth

Graham Ruddick