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You Need to Understand Your Employees’ Caregiving Responsibilities

Awareness can lead to more well-being, productivity, and enjoyment at work, higher commitment and retention, and even more rewarding and meaningful family lives.

by W. Brad Johnson and David G. Smith

 

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The Store Isn’t Dead—but the Merchant Model Is

Retailers need to stop owning so much inventory risk and start operating more like platforms.

by Z. John Zhang and Thomas S. Robertson

 

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