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Retailers Moving Up the Holiday Shopping Season

After dominating the Christmas holiday season for years, Black Friday is now facing increased competition from Thanksgiving store openings and Cyber Monday. According to eMarketer: “Retailers are shifting their holiday promotions up earlier each year, and the buzz has moved … Continue reading

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How Small Retailers Can Compete During the Coming Holiday Season

Still coping in NY. (No power at home. 🙂 ) But, back to blogging. _________________________________________________________________ Small retailers have many points of differentiation against their big-time competitors, such as a more personal approach and a more convenient location. Anita Campbell, writing … Continue reading

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The Holiday Shopping Season Starts Earlier Every Year

Black Friday still gets a lot of attention as a busy shopping day — and rightfully, so. However, the holiday shopping season now starts well before Thanksgiving. Few retailers wait until then to offer promotions. According to research by shop.org, … Continue reading

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