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A Video Interview with Devin Wenig, President of eBay Marketplaces

McKinsey’s Simon London recently sat down for an extended interview with Devin Wenig, President of eBay Marketplaces. In the interview, Wenig discussed the effects of digitization on traditional retailers, the status of bricks-and-mortar stores, the evolving shopping experience, and the use … Continue reading

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Understanding and Marketing to the Long Island Consumer: A Small Business Perspective

Take a look at a recent interview I did with Fios1. There are lots of nice graphics, too.      

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Starting a New Job the Right Way

Starting a new job can be a stress-filled time. So, what can you do to reduce your anxiety and optimize your relationship with your boss? According to Careerealism: “Building a relationship with your new manager isn’t complicated. It must be … Continue reading

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