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Don’t inbox-watch: How Officeworks’ merchandise GM balances his attention

Inside Retail

After almost 30 years in the retail industry, Officeworks general manager of merchandising Jim Berndelis has gained plenty of experience and life lessons. From there, I’ve worn many hats in our support office and in various roles across the merchandise function: from demand planning to buying to buying manager. JB: I love the garden!

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It’s time for businesses to change the way they think about failure

Inside Retail

Thus, in 2012, the first Fuckup Night was born. In my opinion, there’s always something to learn if we give enough perspective by understanding history and cycles, as well as trying to think from first principles. He wanted to help others take ownership over their mistakes instead of downplaying or hiding them.

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6 Reasons Retailers Get Sued — and How to Avoid Them

Compliantia

In 2012, Costco faced a gender discrimination class action lawsuit when 700 female employees claimed that the retailer’s promotion practices discriminated against women. In 2012, a Costco customer was awarded over $400,000 as a result of a premises liability lawsuit. . Employee discrimination.

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