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You might know the name – Philip Green. Once hailed as the “King of the High Street,” his empire was a masterclass in retail success. But his story also comes with a £13 billion lesson.

Philip inherited the family business and quickly started building his own.
He turned failing brands into household names, including the fashion powerhouse Topshop.

At its peak:
→ Arcadia Group was valued at £13 billion
→ His stores dominated the high street with unbeatable foot traffic
→ Green’s name became synonymous with success

He just didn’t believe in one big thing – The Internet. To him it was a phase.

To this day, he still uses a Nokia brick phone – a relic of the past.

Meanwhile, the world was changing fast:
→ E-commerce exploded
→ Consumer habits shifted overnight

By 2020, Arcadia crashed into administration.

Why? Because Green bet against progress. He ignored the signs and refused to adapt.

Philip Green’s rise and fall offer three key lessons:

1️⃣ Your strengths today won’t save you tomorrow.

2️⃣ Technology isn’t optional.

3️⃣ Adapt or die.

The Takeaway: Never bet against the future.