Posts by: Tim J. Smith, PhD
If the company didn’t have any problems, you wouldn’t have a job. Winning a war doesn’t require one to annihilate the enemy;…
MoreIn late October, Wal-Mart kicked off the most devastating book price war in a decade by selling its 10 most anticipated hardbacks for $10 a piece when pre-ordered online. Hours later, Amazon picked up the gauntlet and declared a defensive stance with matching prices. Wal-Mart lunged back on the offensive with a price cut to $9. Within a day, Amazon responded with a Prise de Fer by also moving to $9. The war is on. Read how it must end.
MoreThe human endeavor survives through hope. It is possible to breathe new life into tired and nearly extinct brands. Restrain those discounts.…
MoreBy most indicators, the major economies of the world are coming out of the deepest global recession a lifetime. Yet, the recovery is far from a return to pre-recessionary trends. Executives might be hoping for return to strong growth, yet most of should expect a tepid climate at best. How should they react? Read on.
MoreMediaTrust: At Affiliate Summit East, we met David Dalka, a provider of web analytics marketing management consulting services. David talked about how…
Morehttp://blog.mediatrust.com/2009/09/relevantly-speaking-090909/ MediaTrust: At Affiliate Summit East, we met David Dalka, a provider of web analytics marketing management consulting services. David talked about…
MoreAll boats rise in during high tides, but you get to see who was naked when the water recedes. Don’t judge the…
MoreIn late August, Starbucks (SBUX) raised their prices on several more complex beverages while lowering them for more basic drinks. Responses from bloggers have been overwhelming negative. Did Starbucks misjudge their pricing power or are the pundits punching thin air?
MoreIn September of 2009, JBS SA, a Brazilian beef giant, indicated intentions to purchase Pilgrim’s Pride Corp. Perhaps this will write a new chapter on Pilgrim’s Pride.
MoreAll competitive advantage comes from doing something different, where the outcome of that something different is something a customer desires. The recent…
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