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Editor's comment: The right way to succeed

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There comes a time when every CEO hangs up their hat and goes to spend more time in the garden or with family – but recent market developments have led to much debate over the right way and the wrong way to do this.

Last week Admiral CEO Henry Engelhardt announced he’ll be handing the reins to
co-founder and current chief operating officer David Stevens in 12 months’ time, while LV’s general insurance managing

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