This infographic shows how NRF's 2013 holiday forecast compares to actual sales in past years and the impact holiday sales has on select sectors in retail.
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Infographic: The impact of the holiday season on retail
Posted by JoshAK under MarketingFrom http://blog.nrf.com 4066 days ago
The Beth Comstock Way To Make Strange, Serendipitous Connections
Posted by JoshAK under Self-DevelopmentFrom http://www.fastcompany.com 4066 days ago
"A lot of people think it's a waste of time," Beth Comstock says of making connections. "If you're trying to be hyperefficient."
Beth Comstock
Oddly enough, inefficiency can be a key to productivity--if you're trying to make new things. Read More
Beth Comstock
Oddly enough, inefficiency can be a key to productivity--if you're trying to make new things. Read More
Richard Branson on Reaching For The Stars -- Literally
Posted by JoshAK under ManagementFrom http://www.entrepreneur.com 4069 days ago
With the launch of Virgin Galactic's first commercial trip to space approaching, a look at how to energize your company mission and team to reach higher.
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How Small Business Owners Are Wrecking Their Own Chances Of Success - Forbes
Posted by JoshAK under ManagementFrom http://www.forbes.com 4069 days ago
I was shocked at some of the statistics, especially a survey that showed only about half of small businesses have websites. I went to look at the survey from which that figure was drawn, and found even more sobering stats about small business owners non-use of technology.
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Use Pop-up Shops to Drive Holiday Foot Traffic
Posted by JoshAK under SalesFrom http://www.retailpackaging.com 4072 days ago
Made Hot by: mikehartman1 on October 13, 2013 2:23 pm
The difference between a great holiday sales season and a good one can come down to foot traffic. The growing trend of pop-up shops or flash retailing might be the key to making your season great.
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3 Tips for a Stronger Fourth Quarter
Posted by JoshAK under ManagementFrom http://retailminded.com 4079 days ago
Made Hot by: seobromino on October 2, 2013 2:49 pm
Let’s get straight to the point… because quite frankly, there is no time to spare!
Help to chase customers and increase sales this fourth quarter by implementing these three strategies. Read More
Help to chase customers and increase sales this fourth quarter by implementing these three strategies. Read More
6 Steps to a Return Policy That Will Score You More Sales
Posted by JoshAK under MarketingFrom http://www.entrepreneur.com 4079 days ago
Made Hot by: Digitaladvert on October 1, 2013 3:21 pm
When REI recently changed its 'no questions asked' return policy to a year limit, people started debating the best approach. Here are six steps to a return policy that will score you more sales.
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How to compete against a giant brand - and win
Posted by JoshAK under StrategyFrom http://money.cnn.com 4081 days ago
It's not easy starting a company when your main competitor has been around for more than 100 years. But Arch Angel Brands still went up against Dr. Scholl's. Here's how they did it.
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Where To Find 1000's of Free Qualified Leads Online
Posted by JoshAK under SalesFrom http://www.smallbiztechnology.com 4082 days ago
Businesses pay mega-bucks for solid, qualified leads, but there’s an easy way to uncover buyers that are part of a market that amounts to $35 billion in annual sales.
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The 4% Factor: Why 96% Of What You Do Is A Waste
Posted by JoshAK under StrategyFrom http://www.forbes.com 4082 days ago
To think we waste 96% of our ‘stuff’ (read: resources) is a shot in the forehead. But where do we make waste as entrepreneurs? According to business guru and author Perry Marshall -- everywhere.
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