Can the ‘Supercharged’ Consumer Save Retail?
At a time when many bricks-and-mortar retailers are going bust, one might question the value…
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Growth Leaders vs. Laggards: What Makes the Difference?
Firms that are “growth drivers” distinguish themselves from “growth laggards” in the way they attract,…
Retail Reimagining: Why Being Great Is no Longer Good Enough
The retail industry is undergoing a major repositioning as legacy stores and brands that were…
Bye Bye, Barneys? Why Luxury Is the Latest Retail Casualty
Another retail icon has fallen. Barneys New York announced earlier this month that it has…
Tofu or Takeout: Why Eating Healthy Is So Hard
A Saturday morning trip to the farmer’s market is as popular now as garage sales…
Why Major Brands Are Becoming More Size Inclusive
When comedian Leslie Jones, who is six feet tall, couldn’t find a designer to dress…
Who Can Stop Facebook? Limiting the Power of Social Media
Venture capitalist Roger McNamee was an early investor in Facebook and claims he mentored founder Mark…
Want a Job in the Future? Be a Student for Life
New digital technologies are expected to take away many jobs. They will also create several…
The Science of Breakthroughs: What Holds Some Ideas Back?
Why do some scientific breakthroughs take off while others languish in the shadows? In their…
For the Win: Using Connected Strategies to Gain a Competitive Advantage
In an increasingly competitive marketplace, it’s no longer good enough for company to sell a…