Why Not? The Story of a Retail Maverick and Courts
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Inspiring rags-to-riches tale of a retail pioneer.
This book would be a good read for anyone with an entrepreneurial spirit or an interest in retail business. It captures the inspiring journey of Terry O'Connor, who started from humble beginnings and went on to lead one of the most successful retail ventures in Southeast Asia. With insightful reflections on doing business in the region, this book presents a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities of the retail industry. Get inspired by the rags-to-riches story of a retail pioneer and gain valuable insights into the world of business.
Why Not? The Story of a Retail Maverick and Courts
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ISBN: 9789814328722
Authors:
Terry O'Connor
Publisher: UNKNO
Date of Publication: 2013-11-01
Format: Paperback
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Why Not? The Story of a Retail Maverick and Courts tells the story of Terry O’Connor and how he brought a British household name to Singapore.Part biography, the book gives a fascinating insight into the history of Courts, a general goods stores first set up in 1850 in Canterbury, England, its subsequent expansion into Southeast Asia, and its transformation from a furniture retailer to a purveyor of electronic goods.The author relates his personal journey from trainee buyer in an electronics store in Liverpool to chief executive of Courts Asia, and gives thoughtful insights into doing business in Southeast Asia.
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