Doug Richard: You don't know who you don't know

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Former TV Dragon Doug Richard can trace much of his business success back to a series of inadvertent partnerships and random meetings. In an entertaining speech recorded at the final of our small business competition The Pitch 2010, Richard advises entrepreneurs on the importance of talking to strangers. Please note that this film contains some strong language.

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