We gave you a lot of content to check out by LGBTQ+ artists this month, so here’s a quick summary! Continue reading
This month, take some time to check out content from and about members of the LGBTQ+ community, from stories of belonging to pop music. Here are some movies, directors, and artists to support and learn about this month! Continue reading
This Pride Month, take time out of your schedules to read books written by and about members of the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you prefer romance novels or memoirs, we have the perfect book for you. Continue reading
Happy Pride Month! The LGBTQ+ community has continued to grow in recent years, increasing from 5.6% of American adults in 2020 to 7.6 in 2024. More than 1 out of every 5 Gen Z’ers aged 18 to 26 identify as LGBTQ+. As this population continues to grow, here are some steps you can take to honor and celebrate Pride Month in your store: Continue reading
The customer journey involves every interaction the customer has with your company. The product, company, or service—this is all part of the customer journey. Mapping out the customer journey can be daunting. In fact, some small businesses choose to not do this. (DON’T BE LIKE THEM!). Don’t fret, it does not have to be a … Continue reading
How to Market to Younger Generations Millennials are probably the most criticized of the generations to date. They were born in the crossroads of the internet vs the baby boomers. They’re always on their phones, live in the digital world, and have different values. But that’s why we love them because we’ve learned a lot … Continue reading
The interactions between customer and brand: the customer experience. This consist of brand awareness, discovery, cultivation, advocacy, purchases and service. The overall customer experience is what will turn your students from one-time shoppers into lifetime customers. Outlined below is the life cycle of the customer experience. Need: Some students might not be aware there’s a … Continue reading
Your customers got smart. With the world right at their fingertips, how could they not be? They are experts in both real world shopping and they also dominate the virtual world. They are so connected, they know the very second Beyoncé’s newest album drops within minutes of release. Unfortunately, your customers hold the power. Providing … Continue reading
This month we’ve discussed who’s using what social media platforms and what types of content to post on each. Are you ready to start posting? Here’s some of our ideas to help you get started! Have you ever seen a social media post that looked more like a blog post? Perfect for those who have … Continue reading
Oh the wonderful world of social media. It is one of the most affordable forms of marketing available. Social media marketing gives you increased exposure, especially to students who spend a good portion of their day checking social media. According to lyfemarketing.com, “people are spending 20-40% more on companies that are using social media.” And … Continue reading
Though millennials have a reputation for constantly being on their phones, people of all ages use social media. We already know that we can use social media to influence shopping decisions. Learning what generation is using what form of social media will help you cater to your students and other customers. Every time a new … Continue reading
It’s finally official, the Microsoft Surface Go is here and it’s a game changer. At a compact size of 10 inches, it’s similar to the Surface Pro – starting at only $399. The Surface Go is complete with a built-in kickstand, Windows 10, and only weighs 1.15 lbs, which is a half-pound lighter than the … Continue reading
Happy Independence Day from The Douglas Stewart Company! We will not be publishing a blog this week, but we’ll be back next week. Our office will be close July 4th to honor the Holiday. Sincerely, The Douglas Stewart Company
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