According to Barnes & Noble’s 2012 College Marketing Report, “70 percent of students say they’re more likely to buy from a brand that supports a charitable cause and the majority (63%) is willing to spend more on products tied to a charity.” When it comes to spending, college students, as a majority, prefer to spend … Continue reading
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Retail Associates: They Are Your Best Weapon Against Showrooming
A recent poll conducted by Harris Interactive illustrates the impact that so-called “showrooming,” or visiting a brick and mortar store to examine a product before purchasing it elsewhere online, is having on physical retailers. Over four in ten (43%) U.S. adults have showroomed, and the practice clearly affects some stores more than others. When showroomers are asked to name … Continue reading
