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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

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

Neon Netflix sign

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

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

Paul McKenna - photo credit - Steve Shaw

Paul McKenna on manifestation: How to 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

A leader standing out in a crowd with a spotlight on them, representing their distinctive leadership qualities and presence

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

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

Robot hand pointing at candidates

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

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

Emirates stewardess

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

Facade of Ikea Greenwich

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

Black and white face of Mickey Mouse out of paper on a yellow background

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

Andy Burnham

Inside Andy Burnham’s fight for a fairer future for the North

Andy Burnham, the Greater Manchester mayor, says devolution is a game-changer for growth and explains why he is willing to clash with former protégé Sir Keir Starmer

Chris Maguire

Max Verstappen celebrates his fourth World Drivers' Championship after the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas

Never forget what makes your business special

Remembering why you started a company and reinforcing this at key points will keep your organisation on track through the challenges you encounter

Tom Beahon

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 30: Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, poses with the red Budget Box as she leaves 11 Downing Street to present the government's annual budget to Parliament on October 30, 2024 in London, England. This is the first Budget presented by the new Labour government and Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)

SMEs must adapt to a higher-tax environment

Emma Jones dives into the mixed reaction to the Budget. While some see opportunities, others face mounting challenges

Emma Jones

James Watt, founder of Brewdog

Do you have time to read this article?

Business Leader’s head of membership explains how entrepreneurs can be inspired by seeing their peers in action

Craig Wilmann

MorphCostume founders

How to reinvent your business when sales go stale

Fancy dress business MorphCostumes saved itself with a makeover focused on shifting its sales strategy and making better use of data

Dougal Shaw