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Economics

Trust Based Business

I recently bought a coffee from Quarter Horse Coffee, my new favorite Oxford coffee house. Not having exactly the right change, I asked the friendly bearded hipster behind the counter whether they accept card payments. He told me that they accept payment by card, but they charge a 20P surcharge for amounts under five pounds. I […]

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Skills, Tips, and Tactics

How to Attend Conferences as a Businessperson

(Source: Cydcor) This is a guest post from Archie Ward. Take responsibility for getting the most value out of the next conference you attend. By planning ahead and thinking strategically, a conference can generate sales, increase business, improve vendor relationships and initiate strategic partnerships. Going to a conference can renew excitement about the business, open […]

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Consulting Industry

Conversation with 2020 Delivery

2020 Delivery is a management consultancy committed to improving public services and bringing about lasting change within public sector organisations. I recently had the good fortune to talk briefly with Mike Meredith who is a Director at 2020 Delivery, and leads the firm’s people development function. Please read the edited transcript of my discussion with […]