In the early 2000s, the board game Cranium became a hit. The game combined elements of Scrabble and Pictionary with the goal of helping more people enjoy playing a game. Richard Tait, who created Cranium and sold it to Hasbro in 2008 for $77.5m, passed away in July. Like Mr. Tait, I had been a paperboy, but he went beyond what I ever offered: he came up with a new service that sold breakfast sandwiches along his newspaper route. He increased profits and made customers happier. ...
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The EU has passed a law that will affect Amazon and other big tech companies. The law will likely make it harder for Amazon to promote its own private label products on its website at the expense of others.
While this is welcome news to many, this is a small victory as Amazon’s ambitions are grand as well as its ability to outpace laws. For the first 25 years of the Internet, Amazon, founded in 1994, rode on the rails of the government being too slow to enforce online tax ...
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Today’s WSJ article made me think:
1. We need to reserve a ticker symbol for Bridge, like BRDG.
2. Meta should use the ticker DATA or THEFT, as that’s the business they’re in. They are in the business of using your personal data—whether via Facebook or in the metaverse, often without us being aware. To see a web page on Facebook or Instagram often requires logging in. Don’t want to log in? Too bad, that’s the only way to see the content. ...
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In Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0, which the Bridge team is currently reading, the author Jim Collins confesses that he missed a key ingredient 25 years ago when he wrote the first edition. He states that he now realizes the most important part of achieving a great company is: getting the right people 'on the bus.’ I agree. Fourteen and a half years ago (long before I opened this book), I was lucky enough to pick up the right ‘passenger:' Moshe replied to my job posting (...
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Six of the many unique religious gift ideas from Beatriz Ball. Make great heirloom presents for baby showers, baptisms, first communion, confirmation, graduation, birthdays, and holidays.All boxed for effortless gifting!
•Save precious mementos of your little one's first years in the exquisite BABY Peek-A-Boo Cross Oval Keepsake Box shown above. The lidded metal box features an embossed cross on the top and contains a "peek-a-boo" surprise--another cross--sculpted on the base ...
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I think that Zola, an online provider of gift registries, may be harming local stores. Zola allows brides to pick things from any site, such as an indie store’s gift registry. Zola may then encourage the registrant to bypass that local store and use those gift funds with Zola. This is an issue because Zola has handled more than 650,000 registries, and its revenue is estimated to be $130m. Millions of dollars may have been diverted away from indie, brick-and-mortar stores to Zola&rsquo...
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Add a little extra personality to the table with artisanal influence in this woven bowl paired with glass insert. Handcrafted from sustainably sourced natural vines, its beautiful handmade quality is prized for its durability exhibiting warm rustic earth tones. They`re one of the most useful kitchen accessories you can give as a gift. Includes 2QT bowl. Also available in 4QT.
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natural elegance, extraordinary durability
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Scott Galloway, a business leader and NYU professor, shares that we're now spending over 4 hours a day on our mobile phones--up from just 20 minutes in 2010. (…I wrote part of this post on my iPhone.) What does this mean? Lots of opportunities for Amazon--as well as Facebook, Instagram, and other tech titans--to sell to us. Our cell phones are, in essence, 1,000 'buy buttons' in our pockets (or on our nightstands) that encourage us to buy stuff online, any time of the day.
Jim Collins, in his book BE 2.0, explains how purpose and mission are important to companies. To help explain this, he uses the metaphor of crossing a mountain range and seeing a star on the horizon. Your purpose is to reach the spot on the horizon below the star. The current mission is climbing up the mountain you’re on. The next mission is climbing up the next mountain and so forth in order to get closer to the spot on the horizon. You will have many missions, and may never ...
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It’s that time of year when we gather for Fall Entertaining. We would love your Customers incredible photos and videos celebrating the season by showing off your friends and family getting together to share appetizers, gathering for drinks or a meal, or your own get-together idea—showing camaraderie, congeniality, and what a treat it is to be together, for a chance win! *Retailers & their families are not eligible.
$100 each will be donated to Feeding America on behalf of 6 ...
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Christmas Open House
November 4, 5, and 6
10:00-5:30
All in-store merchandise 20% 0ff
Treats provided by Mama Wilson's, Real Food Co, and The Green Door.
Vietri Event
November 10
12:00-4:00
Gift with purchase starting at $150.00
Free personalizing on any Vietri piece
20% off all in-store merchandise
Photos capture such beautiful moments and memories.
A tarnish-free Beatriz Ball frame of hand-polished metal enhances your favorite photo, and is a brilliant addition to any mantle, desk, or bedside table. Makes a thoughtful present for any occasion, and with a precious personal photo included, it is sure to make a meaningful connection with the recipient.
Pearl borders have long been a popular motif for articles of home décor. Beatriz Ball’s ORGANIC PEARL is a new spin of ...
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Announcing an evening soiree to launch our new Wedding & Gift Registry - Wednesday October 27th 4-6pm. We are inviting all those involved in the wedding industry - event planners, florists, caterers, and other industry influencers - to join us in our showroom to learn more about our exclusive access to the finest brands in entertaining and home decor. While enjoying champagne and light hors d'oeuvres, our guests will have the opportunity to chat with our interior design team and learn about ...
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Our pumpkin patch is filled with plenty of personality. Pick the one that pleases yours! π§‘
Do you like to stick to "classic" Halloween decorating or are you one to mix it up?
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41 Madison Concierge is available for a personalized and seamless shopping experience during the Show (and every day!) β¨
Reach out through chat on 41Madison.com or email [email protected] for more information about showrooms, brands, products, price points, and more.
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This kind of special doesn't come along often, so be SURE to get in on this SPECIAL OFFERING!!!
Buy One Get One FREE on personalized correspondence cards, folded notes, letter sheets and enclosures from Embossed Graphics when ordered in store. We're HAPPY to help you in person, by telephone and even by email to select the perfect item at a GREAT price. This offer is limited to one set free per order.
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Create a gift registry for any occasion here at deGuise Interiors. With personal guidance and service from our Registry Specialist, Michele, you will enjoy access to the finest brands in entertaining and home decor. We offer beautiful gifts for any occasion or milestone from well-loved brands including Juliska, Lenox, Annieglass, Beatriz ball, Anna Weatherley, Badash, Mottahedeh, Reed & Barton, Salisbury, Kate Spade, Casa Fina, Skyros Designs and more!
Trays make the perfect base for any centerpiece. This artisan tray woven with exciting geometric patterns constructed from stems of natural vines adds extra style and personality from serving to the interior living room display. Its beautiful warm earth tones instantly bring a warm vibe to any space.
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natural elegance, extraordinary durability
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