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Dec. 13, 2011

Lauren Buchsbaum asked a question

What gadgets will be most in demand this holiday season?

Consumer Electronics

Dec. 6, 2011

Craig Brennan and 2 other people answered this question

What are the "must have" gifts of the 2011 Christmas season?

If I could "thumbs-up" Victorio's answer multiple times, I would.

Dec. 6, 2011

Victorio Milian and 1 other person answered this question

What are some things managers of holiday retail staff have to be aware of?

Treating employees with respect becomes even more critical during the holiday season. The increased foot traffic and operating hours makes it too easy for some managers to neglect their staff, especially seasonal hires. In their defense, most do it because they're under a lot of ... more

Human Resources

Dec. 1, 2011

Rob Wood and 2 other people answered this question

What do the record breaking sales numbers from Black Friday and Cyber-Monday say about the economy?

I think Caty's outlook on it is the glass half-empty view, and perfectly valid.
However, I'll take the other side of the argument, and say that the wild rush to spend is actually a sign that consumers are tired of conserving/hoarding wealth, and used Black Friday ... more

Nov. 27, 2011

Sylvain Robert answered this question

What companies are positioned to do well this holiday season?

If I had to make a short selection of companies that will perform well this holliday season, my first 2 choices would be Apple and Samsung, because of the Smartphone appliance and the Android share of the market surpassing the iOS market share for the ... more

Nov. 23, 2011

John Cilio and 1 other person answered this question

How politically correct do you have to be in your email marketing efforts during the holiday season?

Your e-mail message strategy should stay on target with it's level of "political correctness" regardless of when you send. If your brand and your message strategy are are on the edge and it works for you why change it for the holidays. Out of character ... more

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Nov. 22, 2011

Nicholas Sommer asked a question

How will retailers fare this Black Friday?

Nov. 14, 2011

Caty Kobe answered this question

How do you make sure that remote workers don't miss out on holiday benefits given on-site employees?

Thanks John! I totally agree that working virtually makes it much more difficult to take time off. Thanks for bringing up the issue! more

Human Resources

Nov. 11, 2011

John Ribbler and 1 other person answered this question

Is it a mistake to not send holiday cards to my clients this year or is it acceptable cost cutting?

I've always believed that Harvey Mackay got it right. Sending holiday cards in December is meaningless. Nobody pays attention. Send them at Thanksgiving or don't send them at all. more

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