How is it possible to not be one of these: good all the time or bad all the time? Somehow, there are retailers and service providers that are simply inconsistently good and bad depending on the day (or quite likely, Read More …
Did you know that the 3 gifts of the Magi are still valuable today? For any of the three, you should be prepared to pay dearly. You probably know the price of gold has continued to stay high due to Read More …
During the weeks and days leading up to the holiday, promotions, discounts and offers were a welcome sight in my e-mail inbox. Today, however, getting over 75 e-mails promoting overstock, winter clearance, healthy new you and post-holiday dining out specials Read More …
When we are fortunate enough to have holidays that break up the week, the ensuing days off affect the “normal” activities in many of our lives. So – while today is indeed Friday, does the day matter when you’ve had Read More …
Many small businesses have to make a careful decision on whether it is worth it to be open or not, on a holiday. Will the day’s sales be worth it to offset staff, cost of (perishable) goods, utilities as well Read More …
We took the kids to NYC for some fun after Christmas and spent some time looking at the amazing windows on 5th Avenue. Even though it was a great holiday, I thought this would ease the inevitable let down after Read More …
With the new year just about upon us, many will be embarking on a new venture. Plan Discuss with your team Budget Review all of your options Outline a schedule Execute Celebrate In reality, far more complicated than that… but Read More …
They do so well at the marketing for the new lines of all natural products, but much of the time, healthier is not better. While I truly admire the brands like Burt’s Bees, Tom’s of Maine and Kiss My Face… Read More …
No offense to the designers, the creators and the marketers…but TODAY is the first day of Christmas. So… What does that mean? You can celebrate 12 MORE days of sales and product marketing promotions. Hope it was a great day Read More …
Don’t you dare make me an offer that I must refuse AFTER I’ve already spent the money, upgraded shipping and received my packages. Unless you can make someone else an offer that they won’t refuse… If your customers planned ahead, Read More …