Take yourself out for a lovely dinner alone October 7, 2009 IT’S not just about where you eat, but who you eat with. Nothing says quiet confidence like dining alone. Indeed, Suzanne Pirret, the pin-up chef, wrote a whole book called The Pleasure’s All Mine, about the joys of dining alone. If the thought of sitting at a table for two on your own puts you [...]
THE LONG LAUNCH… October 7, 2009 JEFF GALVINWE FOLLOW THE GALVIN BROTHERS AS THEY COUNT DOWN TO THE OPENING OF THEIR NEW CITY RESTAURANT THIS week my two boys Daniel and William and my brother Chris’s children, Jessica, George and Joey visited the site of the restaurant and were totally overwhelmed by the 30m high ceiling, marble pillars, church-like arched windows, [...]
How to make a career part of a happy life October 7, 2009 WOMEN, WORK AND THE ART OF SAVOIR FAIREBY MIREILLE GUILIANOSimon and Schuster, £12.99**** BEFORE WRITING the bestseller, French Women Don’t Get Fat, Guiliano was a top business woman – she took Veuve Cliquot’s American subsidiary from a three-person band with zero market presence to a 25 per cent market share and purchase by French luxury [...]
Strategic investors show thirst for world’s most liquid market: water October 7, 2009 IT MIGHT seem to be a fairly common substance, but fresh water’s growing scarcity means that it is quickly becoming known as blue gold in development and investment circles. While the amount of water in the world is finite – and fresh water only accounts for 1 per cent of the total – demand for [...]
EMERGING MARKETS ARE GROWTH PLAY October 7, 2009 NIZAM HAMIDHEAD OF SALES STRATEGY, iSHARES EUROPE AS THE global economy begins the slow path to recovery, investors are starting to take a view on economic growth. Oddly, perhaps, emerging markets have been ahead of advanced economies in exiting recession. Over the first half of 2009, equity markets around the world have restored part of [...]
Managers can take steps to prevent stress in the office October 7, 2009 IT’S hardly a stretch to work out that economic gloom will exacerbate workplace stress. And that means more than just a few tough deadlines – it can cause serious mental health issues. The Sainsbury Centre for Mental Health says that such problems cost UK organisations about £26bn each year. The latest Health and Safety Executive [...]
CAREERS CLINIC October 7, 2009 LINDA JACKSONMANAGING DIRECOR, FAIRPLACE After three years in my current role, I want to start looking for my next job. I’m a bit worried that my experience looks light on my CV though. How can I make sure my CV is competitive? IF your experience is a bit light, you can still break down the [...]
Grant makes shock return to Pompey October 7, 2009 PORTSMOUTH chief executive Peter Storrie has moved to reassure manager Paul Hart that his job is safe despite yesterday confirming the sensational return of Avram Grant as director of football. Pompey goalkeeper David James warmly welcomed the appointment of Grant, who spent the 2006-07 season in the same role before being lured to Chelsea, where [...]
Mittal tops football rich list October 7, 2009 HIS stake might not even be in a top flight club, but when it comes to financial clout Lakshmi Mittal is in a league of his own. The Indian steel magnate, who owns 20 per cent of Championship side QPR, is now the richest man in British football, according to the latest research. Mittal is [...]
Carrick aims to seize England opportunity October 7, 2009 MICHAEL CARRICK is desperate for the chance to impress boss Fabio Capello in Ukraine on Saturday – and play a part in helping England maintain their 100 per cent World Cup qualifying record. The Manchester United midfielder has continually struggled to hold down a regular starting place in the England midfield, often playing second fiddle [...]
