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November 22, 2009

Gamekeeper turned poacher

As head of the FSA, the UK watchdog, John Tiner overhauled insurance regulation; now he is now working to reshape the industry as chief executive of Resolution, the financial services investment company


November 20, 2009

Take a step back in order to go forward

How far do you need to distance yourself from day-to-day operations in order to allow other people to take charge?


Ask the Experts: How to hire professional managers

Don't hire someone who is less talented than yourself or a person who has only worked for a large corporate, according to our experts.


Take the free and easy route

Mike Southon claims that the concept of "free" business models represents a great entrepreneurial opportunity.


Business Questions: How do I make background checks?

We are looking to appoint a non-executive director and now have a shortlist of three. Which background checks should we carry out?


Business Briefing: Recession sparks start-up interest

The recession is pushing hundreds of thousands of people into setting up a business at home, according to figures released this week.


UK businesses 'lack sales momentum'

British entrepreneurs are underselling themselves worldwide, according to David Wei, chief executive of Alibaba.com.