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From global talent pools to AI-powered documentation, a work-from-anywhere model is a new way of thinking about productivity, innovation and teamwork
Stuart Machin’s hands-on leadership has revived M&S, tripling its share price and reshaping its future, by obsessing over the details, from shop floors to staff message boards
Taylor Swift’s record-breaking success isn’t just cultural, it’s a case study in bold strategy, visionary leadership and fan-first thinking
A clear and inspiring vision is key to motivating a team, driving growth and turning bold goals into lasting impact
How to swap time-wasting activities like doom-scrolling on your phone for new goals at home or work
Sport excels at coaching, motivating and improving through feedback. Why is business failing in these areas and what can it learn?
Even the biggest and best British businesses can struggle to emulate their success across the Atlantic
By focusing on underserved markets and ethical supply chains, S’Able Labs is hoping to position itself for long-term success in the competitive beauty industry
The US is often the first stop for UK businesses looking to expand, but traps lie in wait for even the best prepared. Here are five tips for success
The sale of cricket franchises for nearly £1bn shows the power of a good story over data when it comes to selling a business to investors
We go into a luxury rehab clinic in Switzerland to learn about the pressures that cause executives to succumb to stress and how to guard against them
A new generation of engineering companies is emerging in Manchester thanks to the extraordinary strength and elasticity of graphene
Britain is desperately searching for ways to stimulate economic growth. The answer may lie within exceptional founders rather than any government policy
Want to get more out of networking events? Business coach and author Mark Rhodes shares practical strategies to shift your mindset, boost confidence and make meaningful connections
Scaling a business is an exciting yet demanding journey. While ambition and innovation help drive success, securing the right funding at the right time can make all the difference
Building a large company is not about business theory or even good ideas. Do you really have the passion to do it?
Unlocking creativity and talent can stimulate growth but you must live with potential downsides too, as Heston Blumenthal knows all too well
There may be a temptation to expand internationally with remote teams or existing staff but local expertise can be the difference between success and failure
More young people are failing to take up employment, posing a growing problem both for business and government
Unlocking innovation doesn’t require a complete overhaul, just a few smart hacks to get your team thinking differently
Labour is pinning its hopes on economic growth but needs the right policies and good luck to achieve it
Staff with multi-disciplinary skills could be the key to unlocking innovation and adaptability in your business
From street pop-up to Michelin star, chef Adejoké Bakare proves that breaking the rules while staying true to your roots can bring success to the table
TalkTalk Business is launching a new service that offers medium-sized businesses a secure service that scales as they grow
One man’s journey from incarceration to advocacy offers powerful lessons on creating an open and supportive environment at work
As businesses face economic uncertainty in 2025, CEOs must tackle six key challenges to stay competitive and resilient
Unlock the power of fractional leadership – bringing seasoned C-suite expertise into your business without the full-time cost
Team leaders can drive better performance with a few well-chosen words to key players
SushiDog has become a popular lunch choice and, with investment from Middleton Enterprises, the founders are looking to expand across London – and the UK
We discuss personal branding, building engaged online communities and how leaders can create workplaces that truly support neurodivergent talent
Authenticity, clarity and consistency – personal branding expert Amelia Sordell shares how to craft a personal brand that not only grows your influence but delivers real business results
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
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
Recruiting at the right pace is essential for businesses to grow sustainably. Here are the strategies to find that elusive sweet spot
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
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
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
Niche experts in an unloved profession are in demand after showing fine margins can make all the difference
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
Founders are often told to persevere but relentless focus on a failing idea can be a trap, says Caspar Lee
Labour’s pre-election ‘pro-business’ pledge has turned into something very different
The author and behavioural scientist reveals how the misunderstood art of manifestation – grounded in science and strategy – can unlock creativity, drive and success
Harnessing top talent without compromising company culture is key to scaling a business. Here's how to do it effectively
Julie Chen was visiting a farm in China when she had the idea for building a business based on importing eco-friendly toilet paper
Richard Harpin, the founder of HomeServe and Growth Partner and owner of Business Leader, answers your burning business questions
Could artificial intelligence unpick the knottiest problems – or create more issues than it solves?
Jake Humphrey shares the lessons that Formula One legend Eddie Jordan has for us all
The Swedish chain was big and brash but found success by respecting the British consumer, says its country CEO
Duncan Wardle, former Disney innovation chief, believes that companies need to ask 'what if?' to unlock innovation
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
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
Remembering why you started a company and reinforcing this at key points will keep your organisation on track through the challenges you encounter
Emma Jones dives into the mixed reaction to the Budget. While some see opportunities, others face mounting challenges
Business Leader’s head of membership explains how entrepreneurs can be inspired by seeing their peers in action
Well-intentioned multigenerational workforce strategies can sometimes backfire, creating division rather than collaboration. Here's how to spot them and remedy the problems
Ross Farquhar, marketing director at Little Moons, explains how data-driven insights have become critical to the brand’s rapid growth and product development strategy
Sir Keir Starmer and his party achieved power by avoiding saying too much but without a compelling narrative they can’t expect to stay in government for long
Much can be done to harness this multitrillion-pound industry to drive investment – but we must also save more
Simon Brownell, CEO of the World Snooker Tour, reveals how innovative strategies and a focus on China have propelled snooker to new heights
As leadership evolves, Amy Walters Cohen has examined how a handful of challenges can change how you approach running a business
Zara Nanu explores the urgent need for business leaders to champion fair representation and build inclusive environments that truly reflect diverse perspectives
Plus, Aviva’s Direct Line £3.3bn takeover approach, Black Friday retail hopes and five ways to make your one-on-one meetings more effective
The scale of the backlash to a classic Labour package of tax increases has taken ministers by surprise, although they insist their measures will work – in time
Business Leader’s head of membership on the method behind what might seem like madness
When your business hits a plateau, it’s natural to blame external factors, but sometimes the biggest barrier to growth is you
Belief can be a powerful driver but lasting success requires more than optimism alone, says Catherine Baker
Forge Holiday Group is heading for unicorn status and taking on international tech rivals
Virgin Media O2's head of research and insight discusses how the company uses customer insight and offers some advice for those starting out
Executive coach and author John Blakey provides his strategies to empower leaders to navigate challenges, inspire teams and amplify their impact
Businesses are breaking new ground across the region but do they need to shout louder to get vital funding?
As government reforms and support systems fall short, the economic and personal toll grows, says Szu Ping Chan
In this podcast episode, we speak to Versuni chief executive Veronique Pauwels about why it is capable of producing innovations like the air fryer and why playing chess makes you a strategic thinker
True and lasting customer focus is very hard to achieve. So how can businesses make it a reality?
With long-term sickness related to mental illness on the rise, supporting mental health is a growing challenge for growing businesses
Ed Smith says that the former PM's book is more a reflection on leadership principles than an autobiography
Reflecting on the founder mode craze, Caspar Lee explores the delicate balance between involvement and trust in leadership
In our latest podcast, we speak to Monday.com co-founder Eran Zinman about how the company has scaled so rapidly
The Italian football league, Serie A, is using marketing to grow its audience rather than simply relying on what happens on the pitch
Plus, the news you needed to know this week, the strategy that brought Adidas back from the brink and more in our Weekend newsletter
When De Beers found itself with a glut of gems and no buyers, it used glamour and royalty to create a market where none existed
Catherine Baker explains three things that can take your leadership to the elite level
Research should be the foundation of any growing business, but it is fraught with pitfalls that companies need to avoid
Plus, the news you needed to know this week, stop ignoring your high performers and the art of 21st-century leadership in our Weekend newsletter
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
In a fast-paced world that rewards doing over being, Jake Humphrey reflects on the importance of living in the present
Comic genius John Cleese has some straight-talking advice on how to unlock your creativity and boost your business
The well-intentioned reforms could discourage employers from taking chances on inexperienced candidates, says Szu Ping Chan
The UK's prime minister and foreign secretary face a complex diplomatic challenge in building or rebuilding ties with the 47th US president
Behavioural expert Richard Shotton gives a masterclass on how to exploit the innate bias of humans and how you can benefit from The Pratfall effect
Plus, Poppy Gustafsson appointed investment minister, UK economy grows again, 140-plus AIM-listed companies pen open letter to Reeves and Elon Musk unveils Tesla robotaxi
Richard Harpin, the founder of HomeServe and Growth Partner and owner of Business Leader, answers your burning business questions
Zara Nanu explores how occupational segregation and uneven access to education could exacerbate gender disparities
Plus, businesses given leeway to increase exec pay, how private equity ate Britain and Wimbledon says goodbye to line judges
Plus, ad watchdog cracks down on broadband firms, Shein sales hit £1.5bn, KPMG and Natwest rejoin the CBI and how Rightmove became such a hot property
Whether it’s football, gymnastics, tennis or life, true greatness often comes from embracing near-wins and losses alike, says Jake Humphrey
Plus, grocery prices climb, BP abandons green targets, the scandal of food waste and business lessons distilled from bourbon
Plus, pension funds renew attack on London Stock Exchange, new “titans of Wall Street” Jane Street under the microscope and Budget looming over jobs market
While the government plans to prioritise economic expansion through a modern industrial strategy, digital adoption remains a key hurdle
Plus, retail footfall improves for first time in over a year, Labour commits to green clusters and the new watchdog for workers will need "real teeth"
Plus, fear over AIM's future, Canary Wharf ?? Eden Project and would you respond to a heckle with an 11-second pause?
Plus, Greggs' sales growth slows, Beyoncé and Levi's team up for an ad campaign and more in today's Off to Lunch newsletter
Plus, more than 85 per cent of businesses say they have faced a crisis, what Rick Astley can teach us about giving up and 60 years of the bullet train in our Off to Lunch newsletter
Plus, changes at OpenAI, lessons from England cricketing great James Anderson and Yuval Noah Harari's new book
Ed Smith explores the journey of England bowler James Anderson and why it holds lessons for business leaders on career development
Gut feeling and a keen eye for customers has helped Must Have Ideas go from homebased start-up to an online success story
Plus, Rightmove bid rejected...again, Co-op announces plan for new stores and £1m worth of phones left on trains a year
Plus, AIM under threat, ISG collapse "devastating" and zombies and iPhones
In our latest podcast episode, we get a masterclass from James Daunt, the man who turned around Waterstones in the UK and Barnes & Noble in the US
Plus, Rightmove bid increased, JCB results boost and how FIFA was outplayed by Electronic Arts
eSignature software provider Signable has embraced digital transformation and an AI-powered collaboration with Slack to propel its business to new heights
Online marketers call people who live offline ‘the unreachables’ but Paperplanes co-founder Dan Dunn has shown that direct mail can still hit home
Plus, UK consumer confidence drop, public sector debt hits new high, the spreadsheet artist and more
Business Leader has revealed the winners of this year’s Business Leader South West Awards at an event at Aerospace in Bristol
Casper Lee argues that with the stakes higher than ever, today's executives must navigate a new landscape where sincerity is key to trust and success
Plus, UK’s offices at risk of becoming redundant, Ocado and Next give reasons to smile, 4,500 jobs TGI Fridays at risk and is the UK the 'sick man of Europe'?
Tom Beahon, co-founder and CEO of sportswear brand Castore, explores the unique qualities that set successful entrepreneurs apart
Plus, inflation holds steady, how to succeed on YouTube and the UK's biggest workforce contraction since the 1980s
Plus, Business Leader magazine out now, Brexit red tape hammering trade, Andy Burnham warns UK Treasury and how a playful mindset can boost creativity on your team
When TS Anil took over as boss of Monzo, the digital bank was criticised for not having a business model. Now it is worth £4bn
Plus, building one of the world's most successful retailers, house prices trending up and inheritance tax knock on effect
Plus, OpenAI to launch breakthrough AI tool, Tesco loses “fire and rehire” legal battle and Vodafone and Three merger under threat
Join an exclusive community of entrepreneurs, founders and CEOs from medium-sized businesses and access masterclasses, peer groups and one-on-one coaching to fast-track your growth
From escaping the Holocaust as a child refugee to founding a groundbreaking tech company, Dame Stephanie Shirley's life is a testament to resilience, innovation and philanthropy
Plus, UK data centres classified as critical national infrastructure, Starbucks' new CEO lays out turnaround plans, is ‘founder mode’ or ‘manager mode’ better and why Britain stopped buying mobile phones
There is a scale-up difficulty as fundraising gets harder, but companies also need to feel loved, says economics expert Szu Ping Chan
In this episode of the Business Leader podcast, we get a marketing masterclass from the man tasked with making the top Italian football league the best in the world
Radical reforms to workers’ rights, a rousing party conference and a tax-raising Budget will dominate
Plus, PM urged to raise taxes or rein in the state, Apple told by EU to pay £11bn in tax, online platforms more popular than TV for news and how Serie A is taking on the Premier League
Plus, Softbank gives an insight into its investment mindset, John Lewis chair Sharon White: ‘I always ask, what’s the upside?’ and how to not overhire
Plus, UK needs £1tn investment for a decade to reach 3 per cent annual growth, Poppy Gustafsson to leave Darktrace and Ticketmaster “dynamic pricing” of Oasis tickets under investigation
As a leader, your most important job evolves from doing everything yourself to empowering your team to excel
Plus, Volvo abandons plan to sell only EVs by 2030, Amazon's Alexa to get a revamp and the world’s call centre capital is gripped by AI fever – and fear
The Business Leader podcast looks at the story behind Sir Rocco Forte's billion-pound businesses
Plus, day one employment rights concerns, "tax road map" for business promise, why 10,000 hours is a lie and the surprising ingredient of the truly great
While talent often takes centre stage in discussions about success in sports and business, it is far from the whole story, explains Catherine Baker
Plus, retail sales grow, VW considering closing factories in Germany for the first time, how to build hype with a waitlist and a look at sonic branding
Clare Elford, the chief executive of Clue Software, tells the story of how she learnt to lead
Despite the growing recognition of the value of diversity, neurodiversity remains an overlooked aspect in many workplaces, says Niki Turner-Harding
Plus, Ryanair considers a move into package holidays, dynamic pricing under investigation after Oasis ticket complains and how to write the perfect CV
Plus, Etoro boss says the UK gov should do more to help companies float, the growth story of Biscuiteers and Y Combinator has unveiled its latest intake
In this series, we look at the fast-growing medium-sized businesses driving the UK economy. Here, we profile Harriet Hastings and Biscuiteers
Plus, Oasis tour demand may eclipse Taylor Swift, Starmer on mission to mend ties with EU, airfares in decline amid cost-of-living crisis and fake it till you make it
Caspar Lee reflects on his battles with impostor syndrome and draws on other notable examples from entrepreneurs like Steve Jobs
Plus, "painful" October budget pending, ministers urged to help SMEs with soaring energy bills, retail prices fall for the first time in three years and the couple who built £4bn Specsavers empire
Andrew Dudum, the man behind Hims & Hers, wants to bring healthcare into the digital age by using all the user-testing tricks at the modern entrepreneur's disposal
NED, author and champion of UK entrepreneurship Sam Smith shares lessons from her career for our Learning to lead series
In this series, we look at the fast-growing medium-sized businesses driving the UK economy. Here, we profile Ajith Jayawickrema and Turtle Bay restaurants
Plus, household energy bills heading up, Shein reveals child labour in supply chain, a love of rugby and growing one of the world's largest and most successful VC firms
Plus, income tax receipts surge, recruiter's 90 per cent profit plunge, UK retailers under fire for "murky" loyalty card offers and what we’ve learned this week
Talking on the Business Leader podcast, Bruntwood CEO Chris Oglesby discusses his journey in scaling the company into a major force in northern England’s regeneration projects
From selling to the government under new procurement laws to accessing fully-funded support programs, Emma Jones says now is the time for founders to capitalise on these growing prospects and turn their ventures into lasting successes
Ed Smith explores why we distrust management, admire leadership, and how our communication methods may be stifling the very qualities we need most in today’s organisations
Plus, right-to-switch off policy under the microscope, how to end the American chokehold on British tech, the UK skills crisis holding back growth and management consultancies under fire
Richard Harpin, the founder of HomeServe and Growth Partner and owner of Business Leader, answers your burning business questions
Romi Savova shares lessons from her career as the CEO of PensionBee for our Learning to lead series
Plus, start-ups are collapsing at an alarming rate, Frasers Group in talks to rescue Ted Baker and the woman transforming pension management
Plus, Revolut wooed by UK gov, Starbucks' new CEO's eye watering compensation package revealed and how to take your team on a workcation
Managing director of renowned window brand Crittall Windows talks about running a company with a 200-year legacy and how to transform working culture and practices
In this series, we look at the fast-growing medium-sized businesses driving the UK economy. Here, we profile Myenergi and its founders, Jordan Brompton and Lee Sutton
Plus, former Google boss says working from home led to losing competitive edge, cybersecurity firm Wiz to open HQ in London and join our Premier League fantasy league
Tom Beahon, co-founder and CEO of sportswear brand Castore, explores the unique qualities that set successful entrepreneurs apart
Women in business face a confidence paradox, where they are perceived as either lacking confidence or overdoing it, never fitting the typical leader's mould
Matt Grech-Smith talks about how Swingers leveraged pop-up spaces and social media to create a thriving business with a £39m turnover and plans for further expansion on the Business Leader podcast
Plus, why AI-labelled products can scare away customers, the Yorkshire tech revolution and an advertising ban business leaders need to take note of
After navigating years of economic turbulence, business owners are finding renewed optimism, thanks largely to the support of co-founders, mentors, and coaches
In this series, we look at the fast-growing medium-sized businesses driving the UK economy. Here, we profile Jennifer Davidson and Sleek Events
From energy trading to artisan bread, meet the man behind Gail's Bakery
Plus, jobs market cools and wage growth slows, British Business Bank in the red, Parameta Solutions may be the LSE's next headache and Britain needs to prove that its open for business
Plus, ONS to change how it measures supermarket prices, X sues major advertisers, how Keely Hodgkinson went from silver to gold and keeping politics out of the workplace
In an era where philosophical fervour in sports rivals that of political debate, football managers like Pep Guardiola and Carlo Ancelotti exemplify differing approaches to the game
Generative AI has rapidly evolved from an experimental trend to a transformative business tool, leaving many SME leaders grappling with its implications
In the fiercely competitive market, The Modern House is setting itself apart using rich, curated content and a design-centric approach
Plus, Pringles-owner shares leap amid takeover talk, Twickenham renamed and why we should end the fantasy of the “turnaround CEO”
Talking on the Business Leader podcast, Joanna Knight, CEO of Moneypenny, urges the UK to adopt a more American mindset towards failure, viewing it as a stepping stone to success
Plus, Intel on the rocks, the key to long-term motivation, the best high street in the UK revealed and Lloyds hires first group director for AI and advanced analytics
Catherine Baker explores the "three Ps" that drive long-term success and how these principles can help maintain motivation and achieve sustained performance in any field
Plus, Sage’s CEO on learning to lead as an introvert, economic growth upgraded and can Samsung get its mojo back?
Plus, CrowdStrike sued over global outage, the power of taking time off, Bill Ackman withdraws IPO despite “enormous investor interest” and people are not happy about Olympic selfies
As we’re into the summer holidays, it's crucial to remember the profound health benefits of taking time off
Plus, the sectors most affected by UK talent shortage, leadership lessons from Amazon's CEO and commuting habits revealed
Mark Beaumont is a record-breaking cyclist, adventurer, documentary maker and writer. Now he is using his expertise in endurance, team building and resilience to help start-ups grow
Plus, business groups react to £20bn government shortfall, McDonald's rethinking its pricing strategy and the evolution of a car dealer dynasty
Will Beckett, co-founder of Hawksmoor, shares insights on scaling a business by prioritising staff retention and much more.
Meet the father and son duo aiming to take their family business, car dealership Romans International, to new heights
Plus, business confidence on the up, Autonomy co-founder and newly exonerated Mike Lynch speaks and Blackrock succession planning lessons
Business Leader’s head of membership, Craig Wilmann, considers where the real power lies in our country
In this series, we look at the fast-growing medium-sized businesses driving the UK economy. Here, we profile Furniturebox and its founders Monty George and Dan Beckles
Serial entrepreneur Simon Mellin founded Modern Milkman during the anti-plastic movement prompted by Blue Planet II. He talks about his journey as a founder and what he has learnt along the way
Plus, OpenAI testing AI-powered search feature, THG slashing more jobs, UK drivers still paying too much for fuel and your Friday pick-me-up
As Britain's population ages and birth rates decline, the sustainability of the state pension and NHS is in jeopardy
Steven Swinford breaks down the challenge ahead for the country's new prime minister
Plus, Britain set to miss 2030 clean power targets, chancellor aiming to woo US investors and exited Carpetright founder strikes rescue deal
The founder of Sheffield-based International Energy Products talks about the company's big ambitions and how it is achieving them
Plus, Biden steps down, company financial distress on the rise and the IMF issues the chancellor a stern warning
In this series, we look at the fast-growing medium-sized businesses driving the UK economy. Here, we profile Tony Wells and his company Merit
In an extract from her book, Starling Bank founder Anne Boden offers some tips from her funding journey
Plus, Rachel Reeves to form new council of economic advisers, UK business distress fastest rising in Europe and Rio Tinto is wargaming a massive takeover
Plus, FCA overhauls listings regime, UK overtakes India as the world’s third-largest venture capital market and British tycoon closing in on a deal for The Body Shop
Plus, Wimbledon choosing to leave $100m on the table, Asda scraps its four-day work week and Thames Water needs fresh funds
The West Yorkshire company breaking the mould of comfort to boost revenue and profit
Don't think of diversity as an opportunity to give back, but instead, consider the genuine impact and difference it can make, says our expert Jake Humphrey
Plus, inflationary pressures ease further, UK steel warns over the high price of electricity and Amazon turns 30
Plus, new car sales hit five-year high, private equity M&A growth, and a new Barbie exhibition launches
Plus, steakhouse Hawksmoor is up for sale, election investment boost pending and record cash injection into equity funds
The rapper and TV presenter is a larger than life character who has turned a tough start into a mould-breaking success story
Plus, the next government to benefit from easing of the cost-of-living crisis, Tata Port Talbot steel plant strikes called off and Revolut reports record profits
Plus, the UK's top 100 fastest-growing companies, the six high school friends now worth £1bn and Aviva chief says the next government can unlock £100bn of investment
Plus, the UK's biggest lender has a major warning for the next PM, a spotlight on AI washing and new theme park to boost economy by nearly £50bn
Plus, Lufthansa adds green surcharge to flight costs, how Bernard Arnault built LVMH and why Netflix thinks you should fire some employees
Plus, how Adidas's CEO revived the sports brand, the London Stock Exchange gets a listing snub and Brussels accuses Apple of breaking big tech monopoly rules
Plus, Asos warns staff over virtual meetings, Sainsbury's pays to get rid of its bank and the eye-watering economic boost of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour
Plus, Labour's EU trade plan, seasonal hiring plans and why the era of 'revenge spending' could be over
Plus, Tesco sales on the rise, The Excel World Championships and Adidas's Euros ad
Plus, Labour releases its election manifesto, Elon Musk's bumper pay day comes closer and the power of 'divas'
Plus, female business leaders are backing Rachel Reeves, one in three Asda staff have been attacked at work and Roger Federer's inspirational commencement address
Plus, unemployment on the rise, The Body Shop rescue on the rocks and Apple unveiling its move into generative AI
Plus, Asda has a new owner, the ECB cuts interest rates and Liverpool owner John Henry on that European Super League move
Plus, the leader behind the company that aids global expansion, Nvidia more valuable than Apple and McDonald's loses Big Mac trademark
Bolaji Sofoluwe is a firm believer in the power of the continent to deliver prosperity for ambitious companies and local economies
Plus, how social media is moving beyond clickbait, the decline in takeovers and the campaign that "pissed off" the public and made an icon
Plus, discover your unknown superpower, Monzo's CEO speaks after its first profitable year, consumer spending slows and a tribute to a legend
Plus, Britain's bizarre business names, Raspberry Pi listing update, shareholder revolts over pay and election coverage
Business Leader’s head of membership, Craig Wilmann, discusses the importance of ‘engineered serendipity’
As pet ownership soars, the pet care industry is growing fast. From innovative meat-free solutions to digital rewards apps, entrepreneurs are tapping into this lucrative market
Almost three years on from the pandemic, the world seems to be back to normal, but not everyone is happy with the return to the office.
Many entrepreneurs borrow from friends and family but there are things to consider before taking investment from loved ones
We’ve scoured the autobiography of Rassie Erasmus for some of the lessons within it that you can apply to your organisation.
Mills founded Deliciously Ella when she was at rock bottom and, while she has had a lot of success, there have been difficulties along the way
Business Leader’s head of membership, Craig Wilmann, invites you to join his scale-up journey
Former England cricket selector Ed Smith looks at the power of a story and how it should be viewed in a modern business world.
Niki Turner-Harding looks into the rise of purpose as a priority for the workforce and why it's going to be important in the future.
Staying the Distance author Catherine Baker looks to sport for lessons in confidence that can help make you a better leader
We speak exclusively to long-time CEO Simon Arora about the strategy behind building B&M and how it nearly all ended after less than a year
Caspar Lee looks into the effect that artificial intelligence is having on the world of content creators and what the future holds
With the 2 May local elections just around the corner, The Times' political editor Steven Swinford looks at the lay of the political land
Infrastructure investment too often means large-scale construction projects when what women need is funding for affordable childcare, says Zara Nanu
Tom Beahon, the co-founder and chief executive of Castore, discusses the importance of mentorship in his entrepreneurial journey.
Retirement homes are big business as an aging population increases demand, but regulatory reform is needed to ensure quality of care
There wasn't much new in the budget but measures on national insurance, child benefits and tax rises were broadly welcomed
Menopause is rising up the workplace agenda, but there is still much more for businesses to do to ensure women feel supported
Cuts to national insurance and income tax, removal of non-domiciled tax rules and changes to lifetime ISAs are all expected in the budget later today
With over 2,000 UK businesses now B Corps, its become an ethical status symbol known. However, some critics question its broader impact.
Process has invaded all aspects of life, including decision-making, but it needs to be only one aspect of problem solving to be effective
Welcome to the world of business wargaming — a powerful tool used by companies to test strategies, foster innovative thinking, and reveal hidden threats
A cautionary look at five once-great businesses that failed to adapt – and the lessons they leave behind
Led by Siya Kolisi and shaped by Rassie Erasmus, the Springbok squad defied quotas once seen as obstacles to success, instead showcasing a powerful model of leadership, resilience and unity
The role of a chief of staff is often misunderstood as a glorified executive assistant, but it offers far more strategic value
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The pandemic exposed gaps in business continuity plans but accelerated digital transformation has been found by many to be a key driver of resilience and recovery
We break down the staggering salaries of the stars of the global TV phenomenon
