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Networking or Not-working
01 October 2018 Speciality BitesThere is an old joke that says those that keep networking are in fact not-working, but I don’t agree. Pollinating and learning from other businesses is key for anyone in any business, but especially leaders. Anyone who thinks they... -
Launching a new food or drink brand
28 September 2018 Start-UpsRichard Horwell, MD of Brand Relations, shares his advice on getting to market -
Long term or Short Term
24 September 2018 Speciality BitesMuch of our business thinking is short-term and I want to encourage you to think a little more long-term. Big businesses reporting to shareholders are all about the short-term, the next quarter or the next half-year dividend payment. ... -
“Trust your gut”
21 September 2018 Start-UpsIt’s all about trusting yourself, says Cecily Mills, founder of organic, dairy-free ice cream brand, Coconuts Naturally. As an entrepreneur, you need big reserves of self-belief if you’re going to ask others to believe in you -
“Brexit – six months to go”
17 September 2018 Speciality BitesI haven’t talked about Brexit for a while, but it can’t be avoided this week as there is now just 6 months to go until deadline day. The next few weeks will be key for the UK’s deal with Europe and... -
“Brands taking a stand”
10 September 2018 Speciality BitesDespite Mr Trump criticising both Nike and Mr Kaepernick last week following Nike’s new advert, sales of the brand soared after the ad was aired last week. The markets’ initial response after the showing of the ad was to devalue... -
The Independent Shopper: Danilo Cortellini
07 September 2018 NewsDanilo Cortellini, head chef at the Italian Embassy in London and MasterChef: The Professionals finalist, discusses the Italian deli scene in London -
The Interview: Simon Anderson, Market Halls
30 August 2018 NewsThe co-founder of Market Halls talks community, new concepts, and what’s to come in food and drink -
“Going green”
28 August 2018 Speciality BitesWith the end of the summer seemingly upon us after what was a shockingly cold weekend, now is a good time to look at how you can green up in terms of your energy and fuel usage -
“Seeing stars”
28 August 2018 Town CrierI love food awards. I enjoy helping organise them and judging at them; I spend about 30 days a year on awards-related activity
