Erik Qualman's Blog, page 293
August 10, 2018
Trade Wars — How They Affect E-Commerce?
Trade Wars — How They Affect E-Commerce? Recent headlines show President Trump wielding the threat of tariffs to nations all across the world. Mexico, Canada, China, Europe, and Japan all face stiff tariffs on imported goods as a result of Trump’s “America first” trade strategy. What are tariffs and how do they affect global trade? […]
August 9, 2018
Mobile Commerce Made Sophisticated — Courtesy AI
Mobile Commerce Made Sophisticated — Courtesy AI While industries like healthcare, automotive, and cybersecurity have already gained a lot of ground, digital commerce is next for AI experience. Global retail e-commerce is set to touch a $4.8 trillion mark in the next three years which is sure to stir AI numbers along. E-commerce has come a long way ever since […]
How far do political movements impact financial markets?
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August 8, 2018
Elon Musk Takes Tesla Private
1. Elon Musk Takes Tesla Private Elon Musk is considering taking Tesla from public to private; a big announcement made over a small tweet. The idea is to go private at $420/share in order to focus on long-term goals and not let the public skew Tesla’s decisions by trying to meet quarterly financial goals. He […]
Top 6 Business Ideas with Tremendous Potential In 2018
Top 6 Business Ideas with Tremendous Potential In 2018 While the textbook definition of ‘business’ is comprised of capital, investments, and locations, there’s no denying the value of getting the right business idea and executing it. Finding your niche and executing the plan slowly and steadily keeps you on your feet. The fate of your […]
August 7, 2018
The Law of Diminishing Returns and the Modern Flagship Phone
The Law of Diminishing Returns and the Modern Flagship Phone The smartphone industry is one that is extremely competitive and ever-changing. The race to become the top smartphone manufacturer is one that has always been extremely saturated, with each manufacturer coming up with their own way to attract prospective buyers. And while it’s great that […]
Perfecting Social Media Customer Care and 3 Big Mistakes to Avoid
Perfecting Social Media Customer Care and 3 Big Mistakes to Avoid Customers in 2018 expect immediate customer service via their preferred channel. This, of course, means readily available chat, email, or phone, but also social channels such as Twitter and Facebook. They want real two-way communication via these social channels, not auto-responses that don’t address […]
August 6, 2018
Airbnb for Work
1. Airbnb for Work Airbnb is booking its way to the top with reservations for businesses. Airbnb for Work now accounts for 15% of bookings. The company said almost 700K companies have booked with Airbnb for Work, an Airbnb division specifically for business travelers. According to TechCrunch, nearly 60% of Airbnb for Work trips had […]
How to Use Instagram to Improve Your Business
How to Use Instagram to Improve Your Business Hopefully, you know platforms like Instagram can be powerful for your business. If not, then you’re making a big mistake. Social media has grown exponentially in recent years, and it’s become so much more than just a simple and easy way to keep in touch with friends. […]
August 5, 2018
How to Create a Winning User-Generated Content Strategy
How to Create a Winning User-Generated Content Strategy Content marketing is one of the most effective marketing strategies. It has the power to attract, educate, engage, and finally convert your prospects into paying customers. But there’s another strategy that’s even more appealing to prospects as it provides a personal touch and practically involves them in […]
