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Saving Starbucks: What We Can Learn From Brian Niccol’s Vision to Refocus the Coffee Giant

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The strategy behind alleviating consumer guilt in a new age of consumerism In 2012, social critic and philosopher Slavoj Žižek argued that the Starbucks experience in the early 2000s mastered a crucial marketing strategy: alleviating consumer guilt. I admire the ingeniosity of this solution. It didn’t work.

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The Top 5 Things That Were Wise Investments for My Home Business

Tips From T. Marie

That means that I do a lot of research and soul searching before purchasing anything. It’s been crucial in learning how to unplug from work and give myself true down time. #3 Why it was a wise choice : In 2012 I found myself at a crossroads with my business. 1 Dropbox. 3 Business Coaching.

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For Mi Golondrina, Hispanic Heritage Is More Than a Month

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Lynch, her parents and three brothers would connect with local people, indulge in authentic foods, learn histories and experience the cultures. Mi Golondrina began to take shape in 2012 on a trip Lynch took to Oaxaca, where she met artist Roberta Ángeles Ojeda. Pieces are hand-embroidered before being passed on to be crocheted.

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How to Create Strategic Partnerships

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Make it explicit that you want to learn everything you can about them in short order,” Gage says. Proof it works: Schaus’s profits grew by 15% from 2011 to 2012 as a result of her partnerships. In 2012 I passed along between 35 and 40% of the work that came my way. Then call up past business partners, employers and employees.”

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How to Implement a Zero Waste Business Strategy

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From post-consumer materials in products to biodegradable packaging, shoppers actively look for good environmental stewards when they make purchases. If you’re a business leader or decision-maker interested in zero waste, learn how to develop an effective and sound strategy. sent to landfills by 2012, 75% by 2020 and 90% by 2040.

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The Truth About Impostor Syndrome and How to Overcome It

Stephanie LH Calahan

You believe you should be able to learn something on the first try. In 2012 Time 100 named her as one of the most influential people in the world. Then, as you learn things, you can make modifications. Permit Yourself to Learn as You Go. Learn from Others. Lupita Nyong’o . It is ok to have an off day.

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Business Spotlight: How Cox Enterprises Successfully Promotes Sustainable Employee Behavior

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Within the platform, there are more than 700 environmental actions employees can undertake, from holding a virtual meeting instead of traveling to purchasing a vehicle with improved fuel economy. Visit www.CoxCSRReport.com to view the complete report and learn more about our sustainability efforts, employee engagement and much more.

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