My Wife Quit Her Job

AUGUST 31, 2020

Many of the questions that I receive in my inbox at MyWifeQuitHerJob.com are related to opening a dropshipping business and I can definitely see the appeal. When you run an online store that only offers dropshipped products, you don’t have to worry about inventory and you don’t have to worry about product fulfillment. All you have to do is sell the product, take orders and make a decent profit.

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Forrester eCommerce

AUGUST 25, 2020

“Digital transformation” is overused, overhyped, and open to broad interpretation. Is transformation still relevant in a post-COVID world? I believe it is but only when mixed with a healthy dose of pragmatic digital modernization. Which strategy — modernize or transform — will depend on your firm’s digital maturity and economic situation.

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BigCommerce

AUGUST 31, 2020

In 2019, only 13% of all B2B sales were generated digitally. By 2023, when U.S.

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Kissmetrics

AUGUST 26, 2020

Looking for a hosting solution for your website? You’re in luck because with today’s options, it has never been easier to keep your website online. They take care of all the technical stuff and you get to enjoy casually updating your website for conversions. And the best part is that most of them are very affordable which helps startups get a hold of their business quickly.

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Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

Navigating the complexities of e-commerce requires more than just the right technology - It demands a holistic strategy that aligns platform capabilities with customer- centric design and marketing. This webinar will provide a roadmap for building a robust e-commerce strategy, guiding you through key decisions from platform selection to creating user experiences that convert, and leverage digital marketing to reach and retail customers.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 12, 2020

Even with 74,000 personal shoppers and its recently launched Express Delivery service, Walmart has faced challenges keeping up with demand as consumers escalate both their online ordering and their expectations for faster home delivery. To ramp up capacity for same-day delivery, Walmart has struck a deal with Instacart to pilot home delivery in Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego, Calif. as well as Tulsa, Okla., according to CNBC.

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lateshipment

AUGUST 13, 2020

This is an article by Jimmy Rodriguez, COO & Co-Founder at 3dcart, a leading shopping cart software. Read on for expert tips by a Subject Matter Expert (SME). As an online store owner, you should do everything within your power to differentiate yourself from your competitors. Stock superb products, offer top-notch customer service, and couple it up with exceptional order fulfillment.

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Forrester eCommerce

AUGUST 21, 2020

The obstruction of justice and misprision of a felony charges levied against Joseph Sullivan, former Uber CSO sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity community. CSO/CISOs rightfully wondered what these charges mean in terms of their own culpability for decisions made on the job. CSOs and CISOs handle sensitive data, make difficult decisions, and consider their responsibility […].

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BigCommerce

AUGUST 5, 2020

On behalf of BigCommerce, I am delighted to share an exciting milestone.

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Kissmetrics

AUGUST 11, 2020

Have you ever searched for a term on Google and wished that your website ranked for it? You know that if that traffic was going to you, it could change your sales, your revenue, and even your life. But sadly, that traffic is going to your competition. ??. Well, today we are going to change that. I just released a new version of the Ubersuggest Chrome Extension that will give you insights into your competition’s SEO strategy so you can beat them….

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 27, 2020

The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Virginia has approved the J.Crew Group reorganization plan, paving the way for the parent company of J.Crew , J.Crew Factory and Madewell to emerge from Chapter 11 in early September. J.Crew was an early casualty in what has become a long list of retailers that have filed for bankruptcy in the wake of COVID-19.

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Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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Omnisend

AUGUST 13, 2020

Reading Time: 6 minutes. Creating an ecommerce website has never been easier than it is today—there are a wealth of comprehensive platforms and tools now available to simplify the process and deliver you a powerful online store. While this is convenient, all the automation, templates, and plugins can also obscure some basic fundamentals—vital aspects of a well-functioning online store that every retailer must implement.

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Steve Dennis

AUGUST 4, 2020

Despite the relentlessly bleak news of sales declines, store closings and retail bankruptcies , Tractor Supply Company not only reported strong quarterly sales but announced plans to open 75 to 80 new brick-and-mortar locations. While clearly benefitting from some of the profound shifts and spending distortions brought on by the pandemic, TSC continues to be one of the many retailers that failed to get the retail apocalypse memo.

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Forrester eCommerce

AUGUST 20, 2020

Online marketplaces have been around in one form or another for decades. Accelerating the trend is a myriad of factors including changing buying behaviors and demographics, companies shifting to subscription and consumption models, and the rising importance of ecosystems. Put simply, the future business buyer will look more and more like a consumer.

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BigCommerce

AUGUST 31, 2020

Ecommerce drove 13% of total B2B sales in the U.S. in 2019.

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The opportunity for e-commerce merchants in international markets is immense. Data indicates that when international options are available at checkout, merchants see up to 20-60% higher cart conversion and a 128% higher gross merchandise value (GMV) than domestic orders. However, while the opportunities are significant, so are the risks. Without careful planning and strategic partnerships, merchants may face challenges, including high shipping costs, complex customs regulations, and unexpected p

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Kissmetrics

AUGUST 18, 2020

Your website is bustling with activity. Visitors are constantly interacting with it. But are you taking full advantage of everything that’s happening on your website for your paid marketing? Every interaction a visitor has with your website… a pageview, a click… can be used to better understand your audience. And when you understand your audience you can target them in a smarter way, and get more bang for your buck from your paid campaigns on Facebook and Google.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 28, 2020

The convergence of a pandemic, economic turmoil and a heated presidential election can make it difficult to look beyond the here and now, but shoppers nevertheless expect retailers to have a long-term vision. Consumers are recognizing that major companies can play a large role in shaping tomorrow — both in terms of their influence on society at large and the post-COVID-19 shopper experience, according to the Visions Into The Future report by CallisonRTKL.

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TalkingRetail

AUGUST 13, 2020

Nisa will host a virtual expo in October 2020 that is set to include all the usual features of Stoneleigh with some additional interactivity. The symbol group’s first virtual exhibition promises to offer retailers the chance to hold one-to-one meetings with suppliers, have virtual store tours, get special deals, get category insights, and have interaction.

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Steve Dennis

AUGUST 24, 2020

We don’t have to spend much time among our friends or on social media to run across the never-give-up, quitting-is-for-losers, in-it-to win-it ethos. There’s a whole socially acceptable narrative built around the concept that we must keep pushing no matter what. It’s ridiculous. It’s wrong. And it can be harmful. Perseverance, grit, determination, and hard work are certainly important to achieving our goals, be they in innovation or just about anything worth striving for.

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Forrester eCommerce

AUGUST 12, 2020

In 2019, we predicted that there will be three high profile AI related PR snafus in 2020. It’s only August and we’ve already seen plenty of examples of AI going wrong – the ACLU sued facial recognition provider Clearview for violating a well-known Illinois state biometric law in the US, the UK’s Home Office was […].

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BigCommerce

AUGUST 20, 2020

A successful holiday strategy is the key to competing during the busiest time of year.

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Kissmetrics

AUGUST 13, 2020

Digital marketing covers everything from SEO and content marketing to email campaigns, social media strategy, and video marketing too. With new digital marketing companies popping up left and right offering a bit of everything (and truly speaking to no one), it’s no surprise you’re having a hard time finding the right one. . The best thing to do is narrow down your options by bypassing those digital marketing companies trying to do too many things at once.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 6, 2020

DoorDash is taking dark store fulfillment in a new direction with an online delivery service that sells products from its owned and operated local distribution centers. The DashMart convenience stores carry approximately 2,000 products, a combination of basics and impulse items — such as snacks, groceries, over-the-counter medicines and pet food — along with “fan favorites” from local and national restaurant chains.

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Join Bloomreach at Innovation Fest: Summer 2024, a virtual event, to explore the future of personalized marketing and merchandising! Along with the company’s top product experts, CEO Raj De Datta will provide an exclusive look at the company’s latest AI innovations reshaping the omnichannel experience. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect with fellow industry leaders and explore the latest trends in retail technology.

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TalkingRetail

AUGUST 27, 2020

A third of former participants of Veganuary – the event which encourages people to go vegan in January and beyond – are eating more vegan food as a result of Covid-19, a new survey reveals. The poll of more than 10,000 people shows 7% of former Veganuary participants are eating less vegan food and 61%.

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RetailDive

AUGUST 19, 2020

Rumors are circulating about Amazon converting vacant department store space into fulfillment centers — a move experts say would round out its omnichannel approach.

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Forrester eCommerce

AUGUST 26, 2020

CMOs are fully aware of the importance of customer data. The employee data tsunami is less obvious, though. Expect the lines between employee and customer experiences to blur. CMOs often own external communication, while chief human resources officers (CHROs) own internal communication. However, they share some of the same goals: to acquire, engage, develop, and […].

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BigCommerce

AUGUST 18, 2020

We’re back — and bigger than ever.

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Speaker: David Nisbet, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.

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Kissmetrics

AUGUST 22, 2020

If you’ve ever done SEO, you know how good it feels to see your rankings go up. You put a ton of hard work into moving up in the SERPs and it finally pays off. But then the unexpected happens. Your rankings drop. Few things in SEO are more discouraging than a fall in the rankings. It makes you feel like everything you did was useless. You wonder what went wrong or if you made a mistake.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 10, 2020

In June , DICK’S Sporting Goods launched its two new discount-focused store concepts — DICK’S Sporting Goods Warehouse and OVERTIME by DICK’S Sporting Goods — with the opening of five Warehouse and three OVERTIME locations. This month, the retailer will open five more Warehouse stores and one additional OVERTIME location. DICK’s also is expanding the footprint of its predominant DICK’S Sporting Goods brand with four new stores and one combination DICK’S and Golf Galaxy location

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TalkingRetail

AUGUST 10, 2020

Consultancy The C-Store Collective is offering TalkingRetail.com and Independent Retail News readers a special offer to help them protect their stores amid the coronavirus pandemic. The C-Store Collective – made up of Jonathan Rons, John Heagney and Mike Igoe – have launched their new Covid Audit powered by GoAudits, which for a limited time is.

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RetailDive

AUGUST 20, 2020

The store in the city's historic Flood Building, and another in the Embarcadero Center, won't be spared the retailer's tough fleet reductions.

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Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes

Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all retail, and say hello to experiences that keep your customers coming back for more! Customer loyalty isn’t just earned - it’s cultivated through meaningful engagement with the help of data. This webinar will take you behind the scenes of how top retailers turn customer data into personalized experiences that drive engagement and retention.

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