This article is part of FT Globetrotter’s guide to London “Shall we meet for a drink somewhere central?” Most people living in London have been asked this question at one time or another, and so endured the blankness that follows and an inability to conjure up the name of a suitable venue — no matter …
Receive free Lex updates We’ll send you a myFT Daily Digest email rounding up the latest Lex news every morning. Is the gig up for the European platform economy? Lawmakers in Brussels are currently discussing new labor rules to enhance the protection of drivers and riders. Uber asserts that if their drivers were to be …
“I don’t have a single good idea left in me.” This thought crossed my mind repeatedly during the editing phase of my book. Little did I anticipate the time-consuming nature of the editing process, especially with my packed schedule of speaking engagements. As a result, my sleep suffered, my anxiety peaked, and my creativity diminished. …
Receive free Leadership updates We’ll send you a myFT Daily Digest email rounding up the latest Leadership news every morning. The writer is the author of ‘Uncharted: How to Navigate the Future’ When I embarked on my career, discussions revolved around bosses. Nowadays, the focus is all about leaders: extraordinary individuals whose enchanting qualities drive …
Milan, the grey and tough city that stands apart from other Italian cathedral cities, is a fascinating mix of the medieval and the modern. Its architecture, from the ornate to the austere, showcases a combination of gothic and fascist-classical styles. Unlike many Italian cities, Milan has continued to evolve and develop throughout the 20th century …
Shortly before his second stint of extended parental leave, City lawyer Adam found himself in an embarrassing situation with clients when a senior partner questioned why he was taking time off instead of his wife. Even after he returned, he continued to face sexist comments from colleagues who believed that his job was to be …
This article is part of a guide to Milan from FT Globetrotter. Many world cities end up on screen due to little more than a tax break and a set of famous landmarks with which to backdrop a car chase. Milan brings rather more to a film. The powerhouse of northern Italy has been a …
Simi Sapir, originally from Israel, migrated to New York City at the age of 10. Being raised by hardworking parents who took on multiple jobs to support their four children, Sapir learned the value of hustle and determination. Throughout her teenage years, she held various jobs, including working as a camp counselor during the summers. …
Over the past week or so, you may have come across the trending topic of conversation on social media about the Roman Empire. It seems that many men have a surprising (or maybe not so surprising) obsession with ancient Rome. But amidst this discussion, another intriguing question arises: What historical event captures the attention of …
French Fishing Family’s Daughter Leads Instacart to IPO It is not every day that the daughter of a French fishing family takes a multibillion-dollar technology company public. But that is the path pursued by Fidji Simo, who led grocery delivery app Instacart to its Nasdaq debut this week. Simo, a former Facebook executive and protégé …