Tag Archives: experiential retailing

Esty: A New “B”usiness Model

As we’ve written before, Etsy is an innovative retailer. Its company philosophy is described at its Web site: “Etsy is a marketplace where people around the world connect, both online and offline, to make, sell, and buy unique goods, The heart and soul … Continue reading

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Why Retailers Should Understand Social Video

The power of social video (such as YouTube and Vimeo) should not be underestimated by RETAILERS. These videos are not just for manufacturers. Check out this interesting video from Fusion 360, a media agency, on the value of social video, complete … Continue reading

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How Should You Handle Angry Customers?

All companies treasure and understand the value of happy customers. The extent and loyalty of happy customers is often the difference between success and failure. But, how should we deal with angry customers? As a general rule, we should not … Continue reading

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