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Dec 9, 2024 · Trust in digital, the rise of resale and the revival of the department store, here are seven trends for resourceful retailers next year.

Miruna Sfat, marketing director at ecommerce agency Williams Commerce, whose clients include brands like Moet Hennessey and BMW, recommends investing in paid search and a strong SEO strategy to get on the radars of gift-givers, so brands can increase their exposure as people start browsing for inspiration.

Nov 4, 2024 · A well-crafted story may be the key to closing a sale, but building a compelling narrative isn’t always straightforward.

Jan 9, 2025 · Consumers are still reeling from the cost-of-living crisis that helped to define everyday life over the past few years. The use of discounts and other promotions therefore has become a common strategy to entice cash-conscious shoppers.

Across five categories, the Raconteur 50 recognises the British business leaders who are prioritising sustainability, excelling as first-time CEOs, championing their industries, finding ways to thrive amid chaos and tackling new challenges head on.

Sam Forsdick leads our coverage of HR, analysing the trends shaping the sector and offering insight and practical advice for people professionals.

Raconteur was founded in 2008 on the conviction that business leaders value quality content that is expertly produced and beautifully designed. Over 15 years later, we remain convinced that professionals are searching for journalism that inspires and informs on new ways of doing business and new approaches to leadership.

Pitching stories to Raconteur. At Raconteur, we’re interested in what connects business. From the rise of the four-day week to supply chain risk to the journey to net zero, we want to tell the stories impacting leaders and driving change in the business world.

Expectations on CIOs and CISOs will be high in 2025. As leaders of organisations' digital strategies, information and security leaders are chiefly responsible for navigating an increasingly complex tech landscape.