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Author: Josh Dornbrack

Toto Wolff, chief executive officer of Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team

Why Toto Wolff and Mercedes are always racing the clock

The childhood trauma of losing his father encouraged the Formula One boss to become a leader with a relentless focus on making the most of his time

Jake Humphrey

Culture Teammates Giving Constructive Feedback

How to quickly improve your company’s culture

Changing a company's culture can feel like an almost impossible task, but there are some simple ways to make improvements that drive performance and align with strategic goals

Josh Dornbrack

London Pulse huddle during Netball Super League 2024 Season Opener match between London Pulse and Manchester Thunder

Making your team feel they belong is critical to success

Belonging isn’t about fitting in – it’s about fostering a culture where people feel valued, connected and free to be themselves, says Catherine Baker

Catherine Baker

Huel CEO James McMaster at the company's HQ

‘Don’t be a dick and hustle hard’: The culture secrets behind Huel’s growth

Huel's CEO discusses the unique culture that has helped it become one of the UK’s fastest-growing companies

Graham Ruddick

hiring

How to hire for growth

Recruiting at the right pace is essential for businesses to grow sustainably. Here are the strategies to find that elusive sweet spot

Ellen Hammett

Simon Rogan and Sam Ward

Simon Rogan’s Michelin-star laden recipe for growth

The chef’s Umbel Restaurant Group has turned culinary excellence into a scalable art form, with nine Michelin stars across six restaurants in four countries

Graham Ruddick

Aerial view with businesspeople sitting around a conference table

How to make meetings work better

By embracing the unique strengths of introverts, we can unlock a more inclusive and effective way of working but it's also just better for business

Josh Dornbrack

Business women shaking hands in the office during business meeting

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

Uber car

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

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

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

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

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

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

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