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

Inside Retail

I was part of the set-up team that launched Officeworks into the New South Wales market. As I’ve progressed in my career, I’ve spent more time focusing on strategy, team culture and supporting our people rather than the ‘doing’. Instead, turn off those new message notifications and balance your attention to where it’s needed.

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“Our mission is to make retail fair”: Wolf & Badger CEO George Graham

Inside Retail

Today, the US is its largest market. I was a consultant at PwC in London before that, which gave me a strong foundation in how to approach business and strategy, but ultimately my short tenure there also made it clear to me that building my own thing was the way I needed to take my career.

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How Mud Australia CEO remains invigorated after 29 years in the business 

Inside Retail

Here, we chat with Mud Australia’s founder, designer and CEO Shelley Simpson about work-life balance, why the business has invested in the Headspace app, monthly massages on-site and green breakout spaces, and how her wheaten terrier, Molly, helps her to switch off. Do you use apps for this purpose, or other strategies or techniques?

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How Toys ‘R’ Us aims to bring joy and wonder back to the brand

Inside Retail

My vision for the company is that we are truly an authority on toys (and babies and hobbies), and all aspects of development and play. PC: Product innovation and differentiation is crucial in the toy industry, to ensure that we remain relevant and have a unique offering for the market. There’s so much fun to be had in marketing toys.

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The best career advice I ever received: Fanny Moizant, Vestiaire Collective

Inside Retail

From the early challenges of breaking into a highly competitive market to the strategies that have helped Vestiaire Collective thrive amidst a global pandemic, Moizant shares insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and industry leaders alike. IR: What’s your approach to work-life balance?

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Foodpanda’s Evelyn Tay talks travel, sport and 20-plus years in comms

Inside Retail

She brings over 20 years of global PR and marketing communications experience across Asia, the US and Europe. The job is not done, but I am very motivated by the work our teams are doing in 11 markets, each dealing with very different issues. IR: What’s your approach to work-life balance?

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12 Retail Tips for 2022

Retailing Insight

Here are the top tips for you to take note of as we head into 2022 with a new strategy. AT-HOME” ECONOMY REMAINS Home improvement, hobbies, cooking, binge-watching, and online shopping will continue to trend in 2022. As you create your strategy for next year, keep customer convenience as your driver.