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“Balancing your ego is the most important thing, because success fuels ego - and that is not easy sometimes. When you're in the public eye, people see that as success and it's just not.”

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Mary Portas is a renowned retail consultant and television personality, born on May 28, 1960. She is known for her deep insights into the retail industry and her understanding of consumer behavior. Portas has over 30 years of experience in the retail sector, serving as a consultant for several retail brands and sharing her professional knowledge and insights on television. more

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