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More Retailers Engage in Multiple Channels as a Response to Showrooming

Posted on July 5, 2012 by bermanevansretail

As described in earlier posts, “showrooming” occurs when consumers visit retail stores to learn about and try out (or try on) products and then surf the Web — and purchase there — for the best prices. Now many retailers are fighting … Continue reading →

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A Retail Career Profiles Tool

Posted on July 2, 2012 by bermanevansretail

British-based Skillsmart Retail offers an excellent Retail Career Profiles tool. There are interactive pathways that will enable you to get a better idea of the kinds of jobs  in retailing and the skills needed for those jobs and for advancement. There are also examples (brief case … Continue reading →

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The Career Path to Becoming a Retail Rock Star CEO

Posted on July 2, 2012 by bermanevansretail

As Barbara Farfan writes: “It’s hard to pinpoint when or why it began, but these days the CEOs of America’s best known companies have attained a fame that rivals that of professional athletes and rock stars.  High-profile corporate leaders are … Continue reading →

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