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Hairbrushes, fake snow and baby beakers: How to turn an idea into a successful business.

From mining in west Africa to jewellery-making in London: three links in the gold chain.

Cars, cosmetics and convenience stores: What are the secrets to retailing success?

How should we price services? By the hour, by results or by the difficulty of the task?

Evan Davis and guests discuss a radical new idea for business management.

Evan Davis and guests discuss a radical new idea for business management.

The entrepreneurs who leave the family business to set up a rival brand of their own.

How have some companies survived for centuries? Evan Davis investigates.

Smartwatches, fitness bands and intelligent fabric: the latest gadgets to transform lives?

How the new retail sector of flash sales is changing the way we shop for luxury brands.