Category Archives: Part 1: Overview/Planning

This sub-category encompasses an introduction to retailing, building and sustaining relationships in retailing, and strategic planning in retailing.

More Than 30 Tips/Tools to Improve Your Writing

Looking to improve your writing skills? [We ALL should be. 🙂 ] Take a look at the tips/tools offered by Lindsay Kolowich for HubSpot: “Whether you’re a published author or just starting to blogging, it’s not always easy to string words … Continue reading

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How Are Retailers Really Doing with Social Media?

Millions of retailers around the world maintain an active social media presence. But, how are they doing in terms of responding to people’s comments and questions on social media? Sprout Social reports: “Given that people are taking to Facebook and … Continue reading

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Starting a Business? What Are the Best Books to Read?

Thinking of a starting a new business? If the answer is yes, then you need the best information and advice possible. And there are a lot of excellent books out there to choose from and read. Geoffrey James, an Inc. … Continue reading

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