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Going Against the Grain

Few companies are bold enough to break from business norms. In this series we shine a spotlight on the firms that are trying new and original ways to do business
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Talent & Culture
How one firm has taken blind recruitment to the next level
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Climate Crisis
Meet the founder who made Mother Nature the company CEO
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Talent & Culture
Menopause at work: how Santander is supporting women
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Talent & Culture
How one restaurant chain is serving up job offers in less than two hours

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Hit the ground chilling: meet the firm that gives you the first two weeks off
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Responsible Business
Meet the coffee chain donating 65% of its profits to the community
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Leadership
Pick your own boss: why Tenzing lets staff swipe left on their manager
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Leadership
Meet the CEO who lets his employees decide his pay rises
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Economy & Consumer Trends
How one app is spotlighting sustainable and ethical venues for discerning diners
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Responsible Business
How one jacket brand found success making only four designs a year
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Responsible Business
Meet the inclusive underwear brand disrupting the fashion industry
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Shades of green: the sunglasses firm taking on fast fashion
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