No Retreat, No Surrender Newsletter
Analyzing and commenting on the hot topics in business, politics, and economics globally
I do not play favorites nor do I criticize to be malicious or disrespectful. My goal is simple: Provide opinions that help cut through noise, educate, uncover lies and half-truths, and provide clarity.
16 Big Upcoming Social Media Trends and How Marketers Can Use Them
Members share some upcoming social media trends they believe will have a big impact on marketing. PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS. Read original article on Forbes At the start of each new year, there's always a hint of anticipation about the coming trends....
When to Keep or Divest a Company
GETTY Read original article on Forbes A recent Forbes article that I wrote, "Retail Strategy And Learning How To 'Think Big," provided an overview of techniques that I use to help executives better understand strategy and gain a level of comfort in making big...
14 Ways to Create Crystal-Clear Internal Communications
Members of Forbes Communications Council offer tips on fostering clear internal communication. PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS. Read original article on Forbes Many companies tend to be so laser-focused on optimizing their communication with customers that...
Instacart: The Art of War
One of the most read and quoted books on military strategy and tactics is called The Art of War written by Sun Tzu, a Chinese general, philosopher, and military strategist. One of Sun Tzu’s most famous observations is that “All warfare is based on deception.” I like...
Micro-fulfillment as a Service (MaaS): Is it an Option Retailers Should Pursue?
Walmart recently announced that they’re installing micro-fulfillment centers inside select stores. Is micro-fulfillment the next big thing? What should retailers like Albertsons do? Will Amazon invest in micro-fulfillment? Has the time come for retailers to ask and answer this question: What’s our micro-fulfillment strategy?
Amazon Should Acquire CVS Pharmacy’s Retail Business
I often write about the topic of retail strategy because I find the topic interesting, and I have a way of coming up with ideas that generate a lot of interest from Wall Street, retail analysts, business executives and casual followers of the retail industry. For...