Marianne Bickle

Director, Center for Retailing, University of South Carolina. Author and weekly contributor to

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Carolina rocks!

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As the holiday season gears up, loss prevention becomes an an even bigger issue. Employee awareness helps deter losses.

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NRF reports retailers will hire between 725,000 & 800,000 seasonal employees.

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http://t.co/uLyxas03dN announced holiday sales to grow 8-11 percent compared to last year. Excellent news for the economy.

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Phenomenal student program at http://t.co/W7cyf6rQAb. NRF and sponsors knocked it out of the park! Thank you! #shoporg14

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Students today are so fortunate to have NRF "in their corner." Thank you to ALL the sponsors! #shoporg14

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A positive attitude is #1 recruiting attribute ...so says "cool panel" #shoporg14

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Data analytics is helping retailers evolve faster and better understand consumers. #shoporg14

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Successful retailers seek knowledge, take chances, and evolve. #shoporg14

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Keys to success: be positive; volunteer; follow through; be grateful;introduce yourself. #shoporg14

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Keep your mind and options open to career positions. You never know where the path may lead. #shoporg14

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Starting on the sales floor is SO beneficial. This is where you learn how the company operates and how to serve the customer. @ #shoporg14

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Retailing is a powerful, positive & exciting industry. It generates billions in sales & stimulates employment. @#shoporg14

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Trust is a must; I trust in Nordstrom!@#shoporg14

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Jamie Nordstrom is "a breath of fresh air". Fabulous talk; great retailer! #shoporg14

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retailers that "died" in 2008 should have been a lesson. Jamie is correct many retailers still are not listening to customers. #shoporg14

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Nordstrom is more than a "clothing store". It offers a total shopping experience. #shoporg14

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Nordstrom is more than a "clothing store." It is a superior shopping experience store for consumers.

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Julie from delta (Kentucky airport ) gate 6b just got us (3) connecting flights home tonight. Delta is fabulous!!