The big apple, 80,000 people surrounding booths in the Javits Center, robots rolling around- This was the scene of my first NRF Conference. I heard many experiences of what to expect, but kept an open mind to be the judge for myself. But boy were they right!- It is the retail powerhouse of events, ranging from startups to some of the biggest names in the business.
Read MoreIn days’ past, year-end planning and reporting was the order of the day as organizations took time to review their accomplishments, measure against goals and objectives, and prepare to execute new plans.
Read MoreAre we an Employer of Choice? Why would a potential employee choose us? What is it about us that attracts (and retains) top talent. Opportunities abound for those who are focused on delivering results for their employers. Every employer wants an engaged employee who goes the extra mile and who delivers with excellence each day.
Read MoreOne thing is for certain, change is constant. We have heard that for years, but I believe it is more prevalent in today’s business climate than ever before. Look at Retail, everyone is trying to figure out customer engagement, how do we engage with the “new” customer and their buying habits? How do we KNOW the customer and what they want? While I believe that everyone knows that change is constant, I wonder how many of you are truly prepared. How resilient are you to change? How does this show up in your personal behaviors of those within your organization?
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