Tag Archives: trends

Mastering Your Own Professional Brand Online

As we have written several times (see, for example: 1, 2, 3, 4), developing, managing, and marketing  one’s self brand could be THE most important factor in career success. And now, one’s self brand must clearly and persuasively be communicated … Continue reading

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An Upscale Catalog War: Neiman Marcus Vs. Saks

For years, Neiman Marcus has led the way among upscale retailers with its elaborate annual Christmas catalog. Click below to access this year’s catalog.   This year, Neiman Marcus faces a new luxury catalog challenger — Saks. Click below to … Continue reading

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Global Shipping

For a long time, E-commerce has focused on shipments from within the country where the purchases are made — due to the high shipping costs and the related paperwork. But, recently, this has been changing substantially, as more E-consumers are … Continue reading

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