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Standing Apart

Sick of being lost in the crowd? Not sure how to stand out?

With over 30 years working in and running businesses, Nigel Ridpath has always believed in the value of being different. Whether it's a business proposition, writing, presenting, networking - there's always a way to make yourself distinctive and memorable.

On the Standing Apart podcast, Nigel explores business and personal differentiation, through a carefully-curated range of examples, news items and interviews.

Subscribe today and get a fortnightly dose of inspiration!

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