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RDBA Weekly

May 22, 2013

The Art of Influencing

Whether you realize it or not, influencing others is part of your job. It’s critically important to driving support for initiatives, inspiring others to work hard, or persuading others to get on board with your point of view. 

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Hot Topics

From health halos and meat labeling to fostering creativity to tweeting farmers. Take a peek at what's buzzing for us this week.

What it Means to "Manage Upward"

When it comes to business skills, mastering the art of "managing upward" builds positive relationships, setting the stage for increased responsibility and success.

Retail Dietitian Close Up: Jessica LaRoche, Harmons Grocery

As the first dietitian for Harmons Grocery, Jessica put her resourcefulness to work, learning the business by consulting with her colleagues and listening to customers to better understand their health and wellness needs.

Coupon Usage Down from Last Year

SupermarketGuru’s Consumer Panel indicates that coupon usage is down 39 percent compared to last year. How are consumers using coupons and are digital coupons gaining traction?

Wegmans 101: Industry Observers Reflect Upon the Art and Science of Wegmans

There’s something about Wegmans! In many ways, they have set the bar for customer service, quality, and in-store experiences, which has contributed to their significant success.

National Confectioners Association, America: A Nation of Snackers

Snacking is happening more often than true meal occasions and has grown to define much of the way we eat. The National Confectioners Association (NCA) teamed up with The Hartman Group to learn more about the growing snacking trend and confectionery snacking, in particular.