Chasing Permanence

The UK’s High Streets are at a tipping point: 13,500 businesses close each year, mirroring trends in the US and parts of Europe.Nevertheless, some shining exceptions continue to thrive. This book explores these success stories and demonstrates how High-Street businesses can prosper. While many reports cite external influences, this book focuses on how High-Street businesses can drive their own lasting success. True permanence may seem an unreachable ideal, yet this book outlines seven mindsets, five determinants, and four strategies necessary for a lasting, ethical, and sustainable business.Owners, managers, policymakers, researchers, entrepreneurs and employees of brick-and-mortar businesses will discover insights and models for a strategy that leverages community and fosters long-term success.