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How Video Arts broke into China

A producer of training DVDs in English seems a business unlikely to succeed in China. But Video Arts, co-founded by comedian John Cleese in 1972, now counts the nation as its fourth-largest export market.

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Business air travel

From private flights to business-only airlines, the offerings of the air travel industry are as wide-ranging as the destinations they can carry you. The only limit is the tolerance of your finance director.

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Cut costs, save the planet

Rising energy prices and worries about the environment have made green business practices a hot topic. For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to remain competitive, going green often makes business sense.

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First principles of franchising

Derek Lowe, chief executive officer of Storm Communications, reviews How to Turn Your Business into the Next Global Brand: Creating and Managing a Franchised Network, by Brian Duckett and Paul Monaghan.

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Cultural pitfalls in the corporate world

However communications-savvy you may feel, it's easy to be caught out when dealing with different cultures - even those that seem the most familiar, writes Chris Ingram.

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Growing a business without compromise – Case Studies

A soaring headcount may be a symptom of success but it can also create some serious problems. Nick Britton asks leaders of fast-growing companies how they have expanded rapidly without sacrificing the culture that made them successful in the first place.

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Spread your wings

If you’re looking to expand internationally, franchising could be a sound choice

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Acquisitions thwarted by cultural differences

Research released by management consultancy Hay Group suggests that half of European mergers fail to achieve their stated objectives because of poor integration of cultures.

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Spread your wings

If you’re looking to expand internationally, franchising could be a sound choice

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Acquisitions thwarted by cultural differences

Research released by management consultancy Hay Group suggests that half of European mergers fail to achieve their stated objectives because of poor integration of cultures.

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VC legends

The Business XL and GP Bullhound Investor AllStars Awards recognised the nous, nerve and acumen of some of the key players on the UK's thriving venture capital scene.

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A senior moment

Paul Moran, the Bank of Ireland's Head of Healthcare, looks at the trends and opportunities ahead in healthcare and how the bank plans to respond.

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Secrets of successful business negotiation

Running a successful company requires negotiating prowess. When it comes to getting the best deal, ensure you’re not letting yourself down, writes Michael Jackson.

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Driving value with a recurring revenue model

Fast growth might grab headlines, but you also want to build a business that's robust enough to survive a few knocks. Introducing a recurring revenue model could be the answer.

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