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"It’s cliche and a commonly used phrase in this industry, but the sock counter taught me one of my biggest learnings: that retail really is detail. You’ve got to know the detail." From paying attention to the smallest of details to helping people climb the career ladder, American Golf’s CEO, Nigel Oddy imparts key learnings from his retail career spanning over 40 years. Register for FREE to read more. #careers #fashion #fashionretail #comment #AmericanGolf #NigelOddy

The John Lewis Partnership has been through a torrid time. And no one has felt this more than Partners. From my conversations with people I know across all levels of both Waitrose and John Lewis, there has been a sense of frustration that then business has not been focusing on the right things and that it has been drifting away from retail. Dame Sharon White has started to correct this of late, but the blunt truth is that many in the business never thought she was the right person for the job because of her lack of retail experience. The role of Chairman has changed at the Partnership. It used to be somewhat ceremonial - like a head of state - there to represent the interests of the partners and to promote the business. Under that old arrangement the day-to-day businesses were run by managing directors who were highly experienced in retail. Dame Sharon would likely have been good in this old-style Chairman role. But today the structure is different. The Chairman role is more hands on and more operational. That needs someone with deep retail expertise, which is why Jason Tarry's appointment as the next Chairman is highly sensible. There's a lot more work to do, but as I told the Daily Mail - it will give confidence to partners, who have been increasingly nervous and frustrated that the business isn’t focusing on the right things. More of my comments in the article linked in the comments. #retail #retailnews #departmentstores #JohnLewis #Waitrose

A vulnerable and exciting update for my network: A little over a year ago, when I joined The Admin Effect as their Chief Marketing Officer, I stepped out of my comfort zone and really put my imposter syndrome to the test. I could confidently tell an office how many seminars they would need to hold to meet their growth goals for the year. I could identify gaps in branding and deliverables for a company, create and execute a social media calendar, and organize a client events schedule. However, I had no idea what Firelight was. I didn't know what a replacement application entailed. I didn't fully grasp the difference between a carrier and a custodian. The only thing I knew about a Roth IRA was simply that I had one. And don't even ask me to explain the difference between qualified and non-qualified funds. The list goes on... I share this because, in a matter of months, with the guidance and support of our incredible team, I learned what Firelight was (spoiler: it's not the song by Owl City). I learned the significance of IRA types in applications, and the difference between qualified and non-qualified funds. This knowledge allowed me to develop effective case management training, forecast how many applications our team can complete in a day, and streamline money movement timeframes and strategies. Let my experience during the past year be a testament to the true power of The Admin Effect. Our service offering, and ESPECIALLY our training program, was created with the framework that I followed to get to this point, and that our team has followed as well. A special shoutout to our Leadership Team for pushing me toward this opportunity and giving me the grace and confidence to take on this new role. I love what I do, and I feel lucky to be able to do it every day. Cheers to an exciting year ahead! 🥂

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Another consolidation event in the CPG brokerage industry... 🙄 As brands today are seeking high-value strategic broker partners who can provide significant customer expertise and more importantly the ability and the capacity to deliver on expectations, we continue to see the large national brokerage firms march down the path of consolidation - a direction that over the last decade has proven to push brands *away* from this model and towards more customer-focused, best-in-market brokers. I, for one, welcome our consolidated broker overlords.... One thing I know for certain is that brands want (and need) a broker they can trust; a partner that can help solve pain-points and remove the obstacles impeding their growth - a broker that will fight for their business everyday as if it were their own. but what do I know 🤷♂️

Last week, our recently promoted senior associates spent the evening toasting their success with their line managers. Congratulations to you all again, and thank you for your consistent hard work and dedication. To read more about those involved, click here: https://ow.ly/LOUI50SNcy2 #Promotions #Congratulations #LawFirm #Celebration #CareerInLaw

✅ eXp Realty, a virtual brokerage, is recognized as a major disruptor in the real estate industry with a unique business model that focuses on building a strong and supportive community among its agents. ✅ eXp Realty's Regional Rallies serve as an inclusive platform to recognize every agent's achievements, no matter their stage in their career, fostering a sense of unity and motivation among members. ✅ Beyond mere real estate transactions, eXp Realty is committed to providing an immersive, nurturing environment for its agents to learn from industry experts, network, and celebrate their successes together. The real estate industry is witnessing a paradigm shift, with eXp Realty leading the change. Known for their well-structured virtual brokerage, their business approach hinges on creating a supportive community for their agents, helping them prosper in their careers. A flagship initiative, eXp Realty's Regional Rallies, are designed as a recognition platform for all agents, regardless of their career level, helping to foster unity and motivation among their ranks. This brokerage is not solely focused on transactions, but rather places high importance on nurturing an immersive learning environment for agents. By promoting networking opportunities and open discussions with industry experts, it fosters shared growth and celebrates collective successes. The future of real estate, as envisioned by eXp Realty, promises more than just property deals—it offers experiential exchanges and builds lasting relationships. Contact me for more information on eXp Realty.🏠📞👩💼

✅ eXp Realty, a virtual brokerage, is recognized as a major disruptor in the real estate industry with a unique business model that focuses on building a strong and supportive community among its agents. ✅ eXp Realty's Regional Rallies serve as an inclusive platform to recognize every agent's achievements, no matter their stage in their career, fostering a sense of unity and motivation among members. ✅ Beyond mere real estate transactions, eXp Realty is committed to providing an immersive, nurturing environment for its agents to learn from industry experts, network, and celebrate their successes together. The real estate industry is witnessing a paradigm shift, with eXp Realty leading the change. Known for their well-structured virtual brokerage, their business approach hinges on creating a supportive community for their agents, helping them prosper in their careers. A flagship initiative, eXp Realty's Regional Rallies, are designed as a recognition platform for all agents, regardless of their career level, helping to foster unity and motivation among their ranks. This brokerage is not solely focused on transactions, but rather places high importance on nurturing an immersive learning environment for agents. By promoting networking opportunities and open discussions with industry experts, it fosters shared growth and celebrates collective successes. The future of real estate, as envisioned by eXp Realty, promises more than just property deals—it offers experiential exchanges and builds lasting relationships. Contact me for more information on eXp Realty.🏠📞👩💼

I’ve been lucky enough to attend a few Presidents Club trips in my time, but this one is different. 2022 was a challenging year. Market conditions changed, inflation, cut budgets, we over-hired, and the headwinds were constant. Nevertheless, we got through it, but not without some casualty. 2023 was different, though. The challenges were still present, but we regrouped and set some bold yet achievable goals as a team. To support this effort, I dropped almost everything and anything that didn’t align with the team’s goal of achieving their OTE. —> Meetings were reduced —> QBRs were cut short —> Deal reviews were 15 minutes —> My calendar was open I was involved in every type of customer call. Sometimes discovery, and sometimes a demo. I loved it. What worked best was that our messaging amongst the three layers of management was consistent. It didn’t change. Everyone knew what we were working towards. So, although I appreciate the recognition, I want to give a massive shout-out to my team. Here’s why: —> 90% of the team overachieved 110% —> 90% achieved President's Club criteria —> 50% of the team qualified and will head to Hawaii next month. Overall, they were the highest-performing division globally. 🎉 Why were they so successful? They planned, researched, and prepared for every customer interaction. They made it a point to understand the customer's business. They partnered to solve not only the problems our customers have today but also the ones they’ll need to consider in the future. They walked away from prospects where our product didn't fit. It was 100% customer-focused. 👏 So, with that, I want to give a special shout-out to the following: Laura Arcos, Spencer E., Erik Husanovic-Majic, Sonia Chadha-Nihal, Matt Gwardiak, Max Florin, Will Carrick, Jogesh Talwar & Will Grieveson Congratulations on winning a well-earned award. You crushed it. I can't wait to celebrate with you. p.s. Recruiters, stay away :)

"It’s cliche and a commonly used phrase in this industry, but the sock counter taught me one of my biggest learnings: that retail really is detail. You’ve got to know the detail." From paying attention to the smallest of details to helping people climb the career ladder, American Golf’s CEO, Nigel Oddy imparts key learnings from his retail career spanning over 40 years. Read more below. #retailnews #fashion #fashionnews