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When Is a “Sale” a Sale?

Unfortunately, many retailers misuse the term “sale”. And shoppers are often persuaded that a product is on sale even when it isn’t. [For our holiday shopping tips, please click here.] As noted in Evans and Berman’s Marketing in the 21st … Continue reading

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Why Will Some Retailers Be Off-Target This Holiday Season?

Predictions for this holiday selling season are quite conservative, as many consumers remain tight-fisted. Despite the improving economy, many people are not overly optimistic about the future. As Retail TouchPoints notes, retailers will also share some responsibility if their holiday … 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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