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Wholesale Curtailed! Why Retail’s Favorite Model is Faltering
In this episode, Carol explores the origins leading to the curtailing of wholesale and why retail is evolving beyond traditional collaborative models.
Retail Imposter Syndrome: Common, Confounding, and Curable!
Retail imposter syndrome is a common complaint and once it sets in, it can seem easier to pitch your products and solutions along with everyone else and call it a day.
8 Retail Resolutions for 2021
As we hurl past one of the most disruptive years in retail history, and before we get too far into the promise of a new chapter, Carol reveals her 8 retail resolutions for navigating 2021...
How the Power of Portfolios Will Propel Retail Forward in 2021
Retailers dug deep and found their courage this year. Some were pushed as COVID-19 escalated while others took initiative early-on. Either way, none had to go it alone.
Navigating New Retail Realities
In this far-ranging interview, Courtney and Carol roll through pivotal developments encompassing bricks and clicks and Courtney shares advice for retailers and brands seeking to secure their place in the new retail era.
Proud, Productive and Priceless: How Unlocking the Power of People Will Reignite Retail
In this interview episode, Ron and Carol discuss what it takes for retail workers to own their contributions and careers and how retail leaders can motivate brick and mortar teams during challenging times.
Forging Relationships and Experiences Across Borders
There’s a lot of momentum among Chinese consumers and they’re looking for access and engagement with unique brands and creators.
Diversify or Die: Now is Not the Time to Narrow Your Options
Retailers are expanding into new business models and launching new formats. They are augmenting their platforms through acquisitions and partnerships.
Retailers Weigh in on Top Supplier Mistakes
Carol distills retailers’ insights and advice on supplier pitfalls and integrates relevant retail trajectories to prepare your teams for opportunities in 2021 and beyond. Are you ready to hear from the source?
Why Going Retro with Recruiting Just Won’t Work
In this episode, Carol draws powerful contrasts between traditional hiring standards and the new criteria that will power your retail business into the future.
It’s Time to Hone Your Holiday Hustle
As unpredictable, chaotic, and downright exhausting as 2020 has been, the fourth quarter and holiday retail season are a terrific time to make your move and pull out all the stops.
How Sketchy Value Sabotages Solution Providers’ Prospects
In this episode, Carol Spieckerman reveals powerful tactics for clearing the confusion and claiming your space.
Are you Feeding Retail’s “Nega-hype” Machine?
Spieckerman address the idea of the “nega-hype,” which is rampant right now. This term describes the irrational focus on negatives, which can ruin opportunities and possibilities.
Why Retail Suppliers Should Stop Stalking the “Usual Suspects”: Spieckerman Speaks Retail
As retail brand marketers, solution providers and platforms set their sights on fourth quarter and 2021, Carol launched her episode series, “8 Mistakes Retail Suppliers Can’t Make.” In the series, Carol takes on the top...