How a retail job sets workers up for career success
From communication and problem solving to conflict resolution and time management, retail cultivates essential skills for every career path
New research from the National Retail Federation Foundation shows the average retail career move occurs every 14.5 months — and brings a 15.2% pay increase.
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Retail Gets Real podcast
How Ikea is leading the way on sustainability
Retail Gets Real episode 348: Ikea U.S. Country Sustainability Manager on the role of retail in the circular economy.
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Welcome to the real world of retail
Retail Gets Real episode 347: Allbirds’ Courtney Nash and Munchkin’s Eugene Choi on the early lessons they’ve learned.
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How Kendra Scott delivers on a ‘fashion-for-philanthropy’ vision
Retail Gets Real episode 346: CEO Tom Nolan on authenticity and community involvement.
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A conversation with 2022 America’s Retail Champion Margaret Barrow
Retail Gets Real Episode 345: The founder and CEO of It’s NOLA talks about advocating for small businesses.
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The future of AI in consumer experience
Retail Gets Real episode 344: IBM’s Jane Cheung shares consumer study insights and how retailers are using AI
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How Saks OFF 5TH is crafting customer-centric experiences
Retail Gets Real episode 343: President and CEO Rob Brooks talks about creating hyper-personal experiences for shoppers.
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Celebrating women in retail
How women are forging the path to success and helping others along the way.
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From Peeps to wreaths: Easter shopping insights with NRF’s Katherine Cullen
Retail Gets Real episode 341: NRF’s head of industry and consumer insights on the ways consumers are celebrating Easter.
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Leading the digital transformation at McDonald’s
McDonald’s Caleb Pearson gives insight into how digital strategies keep customers coming back.
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Advocacy
Retailers Say Change in Methodology Leaves Fed’s Proposed New Debit Card ‘Swipe’ Fee Cap Too High
May 13, 2024
First Quarter Results Show Economy is Slowing but ‘Remains Resilient’
May 7, 2024
3 reasons why Congress should pass organized retail crime-fighting legislation this year
April 22, 2024
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Retailers go beyond the buzz to explore AI’s potential
At NRF 2024: Retail’s Big Show, artificial intelligence’s significance to the future of retail was clear.
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How Monica + Andy built a community of care
Retail Gets Real episode 335: Monica Royer on founding and growing her organic baby clothing and accessories brand.
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2024 Valentine’s Day consumer trends
3 ways lovers, friends and in-betweens are celebrating their favorite people — and pets — this year.
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How Stitch Fix, Macy’s, Kraft Heinz and Ocado use AI to keep an eye on the supply chain
NRF 2024: AI-powered solutions could be a game-changer for inventory visibility.
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3 ways retailers made it matter at NRF 2024: Retail’s Big Show
Impactful retail is driven by efficient tech and meaningful experiences.
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Saks CEO Marc Metrick on the evolving luxury consumer
Retail Gets Real episode 334: How data-driven personalization and AI will enhance the customer experience.
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The public policy outlook for retail in 2024
NRF in Washington: A focus on retail crime, credit card swipe fees, workforce issues and the supply chain.
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How Kmart Group Australia successfully upended its business model
NRF 2024: Managing Director Ian Bailey on leading through transformation and making everyday brighter for customers.
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Learning as we go with artificial intelligence
NRF 2024: Salesforce Chair and CEO Marc Benioff on AI’s potential for true customer-centricity.
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Walmart’s Anshu Bhardwaj on AI and the retailer’s role as a global tech leader
Retail Gets Real episode 333: Fostering innovation with the customer at the center.
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