Real Business

Don’t buy into the smoke and mirrors surrounding innovation. It’s not as mysterious as it may seem. 

Careless talk isn’t cheap. A public rant could cost you your professional integrity.

Markets are melting. Bonds aren’t safe. Inflation may – or may not – be on the rise. Web 2.0 promises a lot, but few understand it. Global warming is playing havoc with fuel and food prices and the American election could change everything.

When I worked in television, standard procedure required that all films be seen in an early rough cut by the programme editor. These viewings filled me with dread. Not only was I revealing my work to the outside world for the first time but I also happened to work for a screamer.

I spent last summer working in a laundry. No, I hadn’t lost my mind; I was filming an episode for Channel 4’s Secret Millionaire series.

Quality staff trump cheap labour.