Next Level Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

It comes from Caroline Starner who, when I interviewed her for my book, Overworked and Overwhelmed , was the head of human resources for the sunglass and sports apparel company, Oakley. It was then that I shared one of my favorite tactics for getting your time back.

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In the CEO Afterlife

APRIL 24, 2017

Today, 40% of Nike’s revenue comes from apparel and sporting goods. What’s left in apparel and sporting goods is a good strategic fit with Nike’s operations. Mired in the complexity of an unrelated product line, Campbell’s leaders keep plugging along trying to do more of the same, only better. They are kidding themselves.

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Women on Business

FEBRUARY 24, 2012

She is the founder of the Love You Revolution , an empowering apparel line, writes guests articles for YourTango.com & is the style & travel expert for KSRO’s Travel Talk radio. About the Author: Raised in Florence, Italy, Micaela “Bubola” Passeri is an author, speaker & style expert.

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Rich Gee Group

MARCH 3, 2015

Ryan Holiday, author of The Obstacle Is The Way, started as a Director of Marketing at American Apparel at age 21 (!). He gets more heat, makes more high-stakes decisions, and take more risks in a given week than most people experience in any given quarter.

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CEO Insider

OCTOBER 14, 2022

” These are the words of Yvon Chouinard – the founder of multi-billion-dollar outdoor apparel company Patagonia. “We have always considered Patagonia an experiment in doing business in unconventional ways.” He has often done things differently and even said, “I never wanted to be a businessman.”

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Lead on Purpose

JUNE 2, 2012

My largest client is in the apparel industry with a multiplicity of brand names. Product managers in coalition organizations know this all too well. How do you drive your goals when you are not in a line on an organizational chart? As a result, their organizational structure is not dependent on the normal hierarchal approach.

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Rich Gee Group

JUNE 10, 2024

3: Patagonia's Employee Engagement Initiatives Outdoor apparel company Patagonia has long been known for its commitment to employee engagement and environmental sustainability. This investment in talent has paid off, positioning IBM as a leader in innovation and helping the company maintain a competitive edge.

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Strategy Driven

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Use Branded Uniforms or Apparel Your team represents your brand at fairs and exhibitions, so make sure they look the part. Branded uniforms or apparel can create a professional and cohesive appearance, making your team easy to identify.

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LDRLB

JULY 17, 2013

One such Strategista is Kay Krill, CEO of Ann Taylor (and Loft), a “ bellwether ” woman’s apparel retail store. Others, less purposefully, have changed the make up of the ship entirely to better handle the waters they’re surrounded in.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 23, 2021

Your mission statement might take the following form: My company’s purpose is to: Sell athletic apparel and shoes that cover the needs of customers who will use the products in sports, such as baseball, basketball, football, running, and tennis. Examples of Mission Statements. Say you sell athletic wear and shoes.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

She has held roles of increasing seniority including VP and Senior Business Partner, leading Human Resources for the North America Geography, Global Product Creation (Footwear, Apparel and Equipment), Global Finance and NIKE, Inc. Affiliates.

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Great Leadership By Dan

MAY 12, 2016

Judith Goldhaft employed the assistance of fabric designer and fellow hippie gal, Jodi Palladini, to create an apparel design that would permit San Francisco’s homeless women to sell their very own fabric creations. Third, the hippies were masters of re-invention and continuous innovation.

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Terry Starbucker

JUNE 7, 2015

Danny Clancy of Homeschool Apparel ). Let creativity and inspiration run through you. Sarah Pool of Pacific Superfood Snacks ). 5) Follow your heart, but take your brain with you. 6) There is so much benefit to NOT knowing certain things – things that could cause unproductive emotions (like fear), or indecisiveness.

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Innovation Excellence

MAY 6, 2016

the increased integration of technology into jewelry, wearable devices, and even apparel means that Retail, Fashion and Apparel (RFA) companies need to ensure that their products are compliant, too. Continue reading →

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First Friday Book Synopsis

OCTOBER 2, 2011

Here are a few insights provided during an interview of Pamela Fields, chief executive of Stetson, the hat and apparel company “People know that they can come to me and [.]. Adam Bryant conducts interviews of senior-level executives that appear in his “Corner Office” column each week in the SundayBusiness section of The New York Times.

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Michael Lee Stallard

SEPTEMBER 17, 2016

Today, Varsity Brands includes Varsity Spirit, BSN Sports (sports apparel, footwear, and equipment) and Herff Jones (school graduation and achievement products). Over more than four decades, he led Varsity to combined sales exceeding $1.5 billion, and a team of 5,000 employees and independent representatives.

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HR Digest

DECEMBER 30, 2024

The outdoor apparel companys unwavering commitment to environmental activism has not only earned it loyal customers but also highly engaged employees who share its mission. Companies that embed purpose into their culture are reaping the rewards. Take Patagonia, for example.

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Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 22, 2012

You can learn from Recreational Equipment Incorporated , better known as REI -- an outdoor gear and apparel co-op. Are you a leader who is struggling with how to write your company's core values?

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

We have our apparel releases planned for the next year, but always take into account ideas people have or suggestions for colors. Some Tuesdays it may be a new apparel release (such as a limited-edition shirt), some could be a 72-hour sale, and others may be a special announcement. Every Tuesday night at 7 p.m.

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Innovation Excellence

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

But this cost-cutting craze is at odds with many apparel companies' long-term focus on being or becoming market leaders. With a hypersensitivity towards profit margins, too often companies justify outsourced manufacturing with lower costs and better-looking accounting numbers.

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Coaching Tip

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

People expect comfort," says Caroline Belhumeur, creative director for the apparel label Club Monaco. Styles and fabrics have taken so sharp a turn toward comfort that fashions may never entirely turn back again. It's not like in the '80s when people were stuffing themselves into blazers and stilettos and hobbling around.".

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Strategy Driven

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Providing a diverse array of options in apparel, it continues to dominate the wardrobes of fashion enthusiasts around the globe. Some pieces of clothing, such as leather, have always been known for their classy looks. This material has been a cornerstone in the fashion industry for centuries, and its popularity shows no signs of fading.

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Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Create a Memorable Brand Identity Implement cohesive visual branding on your car, website, apparel, and materials that instantly stick in customers’ minds and differentiates your business. Adapting sales policies aimed at overcoming hesitations and accommodating client needs improves conversion and retention.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

From custom pens to stylish apparel, branded merchandise offers many benefits that can significantly impact your brand’s visibility and engagement. Branded merchandise stands out as a timeless and effective way to promote your business.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 18, 2021

Thus, they are working towards making their apparel and accessories more sustainable. Many international fashion brands such as Levi’s have identified that their industry is one of the most prominent contributors to landfill wastage. It helps the company in attracting a wider audience of customers and ultimately increasing its sales revenue.

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In the CEO Afterlife

AUGUST 7, 2011

Former CEO of sports apparel maker Russell Corporation, Jack Ward puts his time and money into helping inner-city kids. Many find satisfaction using their influence to help others. They get behind philanthropic causes with all the zeal and determination they exerted while rising to the top of the corporate ladder.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 22, 2024

From customised stationery to apparel and tech gadgets, these products serve as a constant reminder of the brand. This article delves into crafting smart strategies for promotional products that can magnify business impact and establish a firm standing in the market amidst fierce competition.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

If you’re having trouble finding apparel to wear to work that you feel comfortable in, consider having some clothing tailored, as this gives off a much more professional look when it fits you perfectly. While you don’t have to go out and buy an entirely new expensive wardrobe, it is important to make sure that you always look nice.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

In political campaigns, people literally clothe themselves in the apparel of leaders to share in their qualities. People who want to feel confident follow leaders they perceive as confident. People who want to feel smart follow leaders they perceive as smart. Leaders act the way followers would like to feel.

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In the CEO Afterlife

AUGUST 23, 2011

Her younger brother is wearing a blazer and a tie for the first time; he is proud of his new apparel, although the look on his face doesn’t support the premise. So what is it about this 1984 photo that warms my heart and soothes my soul? I was 38 at the time; the little girl on my right is now 36.

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HR Digest

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Leading apparel company Theory uses Mathison’s Equal Hiring Index system as its primary DEI assessment and reporting system. George Walker, the organization’s vice president of diversity, equity, and inclusion at nonprofit, shared that this analysis directly led them to eliminate credential requirements. “As

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Strategy Driven

MARCH 14, 2019

That’s why a CQB apparel configurator is something that you need to provide for businesses that want to quickly see how much their unique demands will cost. It’s always going to be their promotional gear. They want a certain color scheme, a certain style of clothing, perhaps specific designs, materials, logo placement, sizes and more.

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HR Digest

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

If you don’t want to follow strict rules around specific colors or fabrics, it could be beneficial to loosen up and choose casual apparel instead of full-on business suits. We’ve here some examples of how this apparel style can be used in different kinds of business situations, so you know exactly when to apply these styles.

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Steve Farber

JANUARY 9, 2017

Under Armour–which has gone from start-up to a competitive player in the ultra-tough sports apparel business in just 10 years–is an example of this formula in action. That means you will have to make tough decisions and have some tough conversations. It ranked No. where people most want to work.

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Strategy Driven

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

For example, a sports apparel brand can target digital billboards near sports stadiums to reach sports enthusiasts or display ads for fitness products in neighborhoods with a high concentration of gyms.

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 1, 2020

Most people love getting free apparel of any kind. It informs public perception of your product/service and facilitates future custom. Basketball Jerseys. Nobody’s ever going to turn down a branded basketball jersey. However, if you’re basketball-mad, then a free jersey is a big deal.

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Strategy Driven

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Printful: Simplify Print-On-Demand Merchandise Printful makes it easy to create and sell custom merchandise, including apparel, accessories, and more. The plugin allows you to translate your store into multiple languages and manage multilingual content with ease, catering to a broader audience.

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