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“Four Retail Lessons from the Hospitality Sector” by Robin via The Robin Report

by admin | Dec 17, 2021 | Retail Strategy

It’s no coincidence that people have a love affair with cooking shows, and I’m certainly no exception. Whether I’m scrolling through Netflix, Hulu, FuboTV, or even the Travel Channel, a wide variety of chefs are ready to take viewers on a journey from individual...

“We Reviewed The Best Women’s Wetsuits for 2022” by Rebecca Parsons via The Inertia

by admin | Dec 16, 2021 | Retail Strategy, Surf, Women's Market

Interested in staying warm? Look no further. Kelin Victoria Editor’s Note: Welcome to The Inertia. Find out more about us and explore some of our archives here. Wetsuits are both the biggest blessing and curse of surfing. They keep us...

“GROUND GLASS: MARK SUCIU” by James Thompson via Jenkem Mag

by admin | Dec 14, 2021 | Awards, Community, Industry, News, Skateboard

2021 SOTY = Mark Suciu Everyone loves to say contests and awards don’t carry any weight in skateboarding, but every year, skaters seem to give a lot of weight to Thrasher’s Skater of the Year award. “SOTY Season” gives us a lot to debate about, like whether...

“Gen Zers relied on buy now, pay later during the holidays. It’s time to pay up.” by Maria Monteros via Retail Dive

by admin | Dec 13, 2021 | Holiday, Point of Sale, Retail Strategy

ViewApart via Getty Images What may be a beneficial feature to retailers poses risks to young consumers who’ve increasingly flocked to installment services. The busiest days of the holiday shopping season may be over, but some young consumers have yet to pay...

“12 Secrets of a Successful 2021 Holiday Season for Retail Managers” by Bob Phibbs (The Retail Doctor)

by admin | Dec 12, 2021 | Holiday, HR, Resources, Retail Strategy

Taking on retail manager responsibilities is a big job at any time but especially during the holidays. Making an awful lot of people happy at the holidays doesn’t happen unless you have already put the effort in with your own team. When I was in college, I...