Find your team’s strength in diversity 18th December, 2020 2 mins read time Retail businesses increasingly depend on highly diverse teams that bring together the skills and energies of men and women of different ages, people from different cultural, social and religious backgrounds. There’s great strength to be found in diversity. But it comes with its own special challenges for managers. Read Insight
3 key skills to look for in new retail recruits 18th December, 2020 2 mins read time For many people, their first experience of a real job is in retail. Retail positions attract a range of candidates, from young people looking for their first job to more experienced workers hoping to work their way up to a managerial role. But regardless of the candidate's background, there are several key skills that recruiters should look for in all their retail staff. Read Insight
What to do when a retail executive leaves unexpectedly 7th December, 2020 2 mins read time There are occasions when you will receive a resignation notice from one of your retail management team that comes like a bolt from the blue. We’ve put together some advice on what to do when a retail executive leaves unexpectedly. Read Insight
The Christmas lights are on – let the shopping commence 4th December, 2020 2 mins read time In the build-up to Christmas 2020, there’s been a lot of talk about the impact of ecommerce on more traditional shopping on the high street and in Britain’s shopping centres. Read Insight
Move of the Week: Williams tasked with maintaining eBay momentum 4th December, 2020 2 mins read time In a desperate week for high street retailers, Eve Williams’s move from Asos to eBay serves as a reminder of how the balance of power has shifted in the industry. Read Insight
How can a retail executive benefit from coaching and mentoring? 2nd December, 2020 2 mins read time Being an effective retail executive means staying at the top of your game, and seeking top-level coaching and mentoring that’s tailored to the needs of retail executives is an essential element of your career tool kit. Read Insight
Move of the Week: Sainsbury’s leadership team to offer acceleration and focus 13th November, 2020 2 mins read time Sainsbury’s boss Simon Roberts has wasted little time stamping his mark on the business since he took over the reins from Mike Coupe in June. Read Insight
Move of the Week: Tom Athron is a great match for Fortnum & Mason 6th November, 2020 2 mins read time It’s no great surprise to see Tom Athron assume his first chief executive position at Fortnum & Mason. If anything the surprise is that it hasn’t happened sooner. Read Insight
How understanding your leadership style makes you an inspiring leader 28th October, 2020 2 mins read time When times are tough, it is natural for employees to look to their leaders for motivation and inspiration. Read Insight
Retail in 2021: How to have a happy New Year 26th October, 2020 2 mins read time The British Retail Consortium (BRC) recently reported that UK Christmas shoppers are hitting the high street earlier than ever this year. Read Insight