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Lunch Lessons

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Lunch Lesson DVDs are available from Working Lunch.

They are designed to fit in with business studies courses in schools and colleges, giving practical examples of all aspects of running a business.

The next DVD is due out in the spring (2009) - watch this space!

LUNCH LESSONS TO KEEP

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Past series of Lunch Lessons

LATEST LESSONS

Computer
One firm outsources receptionists with a difference to other companies.


Students
We visit a company which did its homework when setting up revision courses.


Shop
Rob visits a group of residents who got together to run their local post office, shops and even pubs.


Pan
Rob visits The Lakeland company which sells weird and wonderful kitchen gadgets.


Creation by Preston Bailey
Rachel meets an international flower couturier whose creations cost around �1m.


Compost heap
Jenny finds out how increasing environmental awareness is creating opportunities for business.


Vinyl records
Jenny visits one of the UK's last remaining vinyl record factories to find out about its niche business.


Graduate
Rachel asks students about their higher education choices as student debts continues to increase.


Baby's feet
Jenny meets one company who for almost 50 years have been marketing to new mothers.


Sterling notes
Rachel visits a firm which has raised cash from business angels to start up and expand.


Canal boat and restaurant
Rob finds out how on man believes billions of pounds could be unlocked by countryside businesses.




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