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4 Practical Applications for AI as a Retailer
The discussion around AI in retail has been a difficult one for many different reasons. The tech continues to confuse people while not exactly doing itself any favors in the privacy and security department. A simple mindset-shift along with a review of some practical applications for AI could help change the narrative – and save your business time and money in the long run.
Does Playing Christmas Music in Stores Boost Sales?
A look at statistics on Christmas music and Christmas shoppers, with tips for a strategic approach to playing holiday music in your store.
Black Friday, Cyber Monday Set Records at Retail
Online retail sales surged during the 2024 Black Friday and Cyber Monday holiday shopping weekend, setting new records in the U.S. In-store spending was up as well, while foot traffic was down.
Trump Says Tariffs are Part of His Day One Plan. Here’s How That Went Last Time.
President-elect Trump indicated that tariffs would be part of his Day One plan when he returns to the While House in January. Here’s what happened the last time he levied an import tax on goods.
7 Creative Ways to Get (and Use) Customer Reviews
A new Amazon marketing campaign featuring Adam Driver is the source for some inspiration as we consider some unique ways to both solicit and leverage customer reviews.
The Affordability of Holiday Shopping in 2024
A look at how holiday shoppers feel about spending this year, including who plans to go into debt and alternate payment options that could help.
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246: A Year-End Economic Recap, a Brief Look Ahead, and Deep Dive Into Waterfall Programs with Wells Fargo
With the end of the year fast approaching, we take a moment – with the help of Wells Fargo’s Steve Jermier – to look back at how the retail industry (and economy) ultimately performed in 2024, and look ahead to next year. Steve also gives an overview on the resources available to set retailers up for success in the new year, including waterfall programs.
245: Experience Running Retail and as a Vendor Partner Makes Adam Fain’s New Role at NMG the Perfect Fit
It can be difficult to truly understand what it means to run an independent retail business unless you’ve actually been in the trenches and done the dirty work. Same could be said about working on the manufacturing side of the business, if we’re being fair. Adam Fain, who recently joined the NMG field team, has experience on both sides of the business and brings that unique perspective to the group and our members.
244: EDSTV Opens Their Doors and Sheds Light on an Evolving Business
To remain in business for nearly 40 years in the electronics and custom integration space, a business needs – and its people – need to understand what it means to evolve and adapt. That’s exactly what Jim Fossile, owner of EDSTV in the suburbs of Philadelphia, has done in a variety of ways.
243: Julie Burns Gives a Luxury Appliance Update and Talks About Monogram’s Creative Partnerships
A lot has transpired since Julie Burns, Executive Director of Monogram, was last on the podcast over three years ago! We dive into the current (and future) state of the luxury appliance market and look at some of the truly creative and innovative partnerships Monogram has launched over the past year.
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