Category Archives: Careers in Retailing

This category includes both articles and videos related to planning for a career in retailing or advancing in a retailing career.

How Strong Is Your PERSONAL BRAND?

Posted on November 29, 2013 by bermanevansretail

As has been widely discussed (also click here), creating a strong personal brand is one of the most important things that you can do for getting a job and advancing in your career. Branding is not just a task for retailer!! … Continue reading →

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Universum’s 2013 Listing of the Most Attractive U.S. Employers

Posted on September 26, 2013 by bermanevansretail

Universum has just released  its 2013 listing of the most attractive employers in the United States. This listing is based on a survey of 75,000 American students. Among the top 100 most attractive business employers, many firms have a strong … Continue reading →

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An Interview with Auntie Anne’s Founder

Posted on August 21, 2013 by bermanevansretail

Anne Beiler is the founder and CEO of Auntie Anne’s. Recently, she sat down for an interview with Fortune about her career and life. As Dinah Eng notes in the lead in to the interview: “When Anne Beiler bought a … Continue reading →

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