All articles by Lord Kirkham – Page 2
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OpinionComment: We need to act to protect young lives
When I heard the words ‘Tesco’ and ‘pornography’ mentioned at the start of an important House of Lords debate, you can imagine my ears did a bit of up-pricking.
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OpinionComment: Retailers shouldn't be shy about making money
Previously my political comment has been restricted to the odd jibe at “who ate all the pies” Prescott, Mr Nasty Piece-of-Work Gordon, my coalition colleagues Wishy-Washy and Flip-Floppy Nick.
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OpinionComment: Retail can cash in on the feel-good factor with TV advertising
I bought shares in Sainsbury’s, Next and Marks & Spencer last month, tangibly supporting my conviction.
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OpinionComment: The greatest enemy of prosperity is negativity
In retailing, there is certainly no shortage of swivel-eyed doom merchants sowing the dismal seeds of highly contagious doubt - and right now feels like high season.
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OpinionComment: Retailers must stay sharp and alert to succeed
Lounging on the elevated veranda at the Royal Madikwe Safari Lodge, I survey a muddy waterhole and reflect on today’s highly successful dawn game drive.
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OpinionComment: Retail today is web, web, web
Consumers can fulfil their every need online, so it’s vital retailers invest.
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OpinionComment: The UK still offers investment opportunities
The UK and its retail industry still tick the boxes for investment opportunities.
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OpinionDiamond Jubilee: A PR campaign to remember
The Diamond Jubilee marketers did a brilliant job on Britain’s super brand.
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OpinionGo beyond the spin to focus on products and service
Grabbing people’s attention is the first step, keeping them buying is the next, says Lord Kirkham.
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OpinionKey to success is making friends
Lord Kirkham is the founder of DFS and sold the business in 2010. He has over 40 years experience in retail.
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OpinionTough times in retailing create opportunities
The pressure is on, but when the going gets tough the tough get going, says Lord Kirkham.
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OpinionInvest in people and get a dog
As the demise of the News of the World shows, nothing is forever, says Lord Kirkham
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OpinionNo secret to making the Rich List
Hard work and a good idea mark out the retailers who make the Rich List, says Lord Kirkham
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OpinionStanding in the customers’ shoes
The importance of building consumer confidence is now crystal clear, says Lord Kirkham
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OpinionA man of the people
You can’t treat people in the same way as you would products, says Lord Kirkham
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OpinionA laughing matter
Laughter can solve pretty much anything both in business and in life, says Lord Kirkham
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OpinionA lesson in teamwork
England’s failure shows why working and training together is key to success, says Lord Kirkham
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OpinionWho said anything about retiring?
Selling DFS might have been a surprise, but there’s plenty more to do yet, says Lord Kirkham
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OpinionGreen shoots have many sources
Word is the recession is over - and it’s not coming from stats, but consumers, says Lord Kirkham
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OpinionA nation of wimps led by chimps
Management of the snow chaos is a damning indictment of the UK’s mindset.
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