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Five leadership lessons from L’Occitane Group’s head of travel retail in Apac

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IR: What advice would you give someone who wants to get into your line of work? IR: Do you have any hobbies that help you switch off and stay balanced? GY: Yes, I have several hobbies that play a crucial role in helping me to maintain my energy and to recharge.

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Toys ‘R’ Us’ “transformational” year ends without earnings growth

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Formerly known as Funtastic, the business rebranded as Toys ‘R’ Us under the ticker TOY in April of 2021, after the former acquired Hobby Warehouse Group last November. Mittoni said that the business is cash self-sufficient, if it chooses the be, and will pursue top-line growth aspirations and market share goals over the next two years.

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How Sam Walton’s sundown rule makes me a better leader: Andy Chen, Comvita

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IR: What advice would you give someone who wants to get into your line of work? IR: Do you have any hobbies that help you switch off and stay balanced? AC: As I mentioned, exercise is one, but I also have some eccentric hobbies like weeding the garden to empty my mind from time to time. That is non-negotiable.

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How boxing helps Single Use Ain’t Sexy founder Josh Howard switch off

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After starting his career in media, working as a special assistant to Network Ten’s then-executive general manager Russel Howcroft, Josh Howard switched gears and moved to New York City, where he worked for startups that blurred the lines between content and commerce. IR: Do you have any hobbies that help you switch off and stay balanced?

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“Our mission is to make retail fair”: Wolf & Badger CEO George Graham

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Over the years, we have grown substantially, but not always in a straight line. GG: With so much more to do, I think it is difficult to find as healthy a balance as I might like, but I enjoy my work and I do find time to pursue other hobbies and interests on the side as much as I can. GG: Retail has its ups and downs.

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How Pizza Capers’ founder is driving Gnocchi Gnocchi Brothers’ rapid growth

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It became a job as well as a hobby, so I thought I should become more involved,” Russo said. The strong lines and cult following quickly reinforced the fact that there might be something more to build on. Bonding over a love for Italian cuisine, the pair started selling fresh gnocchi at local markets.

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Retail roleplay: How Good Games creates community from dice and dungeons

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Since launching in Sydney in 2006, the chain of hobby game stores has grown to 29 locations across the country, as well as two in the United States. Instead, it provides an opportunity for Good Games to offer a more varied product line in its stores. . However, Good Games stores aren’t just places to browse and purchase products.

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