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“As a woman, especially, there's this expectation that you need to be 100% qualified for the job that you're going into. But the reality is if you're 100% qualified for a job, then you're overqualified for it. Be okay with the uncertainty and embrace it. You'd be surprised at how much you are able to take on if you are willing to try.” From navigating setbacks to embracing uncertainty and empathy Parinda Muley, SVP & Chief of Staff to the President at Equinox, shares powerful insights on career and life ?? Read her inspiring journey and the lessons she’s learned along the way in the latest installment of Lessons in Leadership, written by Sonal Gandhi. ?? https://lnkd.in/emynAZp4 #WomenInLeadership #TheLeadSummit

“Customers are actively seeking authentic, immersive in-store experiences – yet, these are becoming increasingly rare!” See how Rowan’s Dani Axelrod scaled Rowan from 0 to 70 studios in under 4 years in this week’s “How I Did This”: https://lnkd.in/eUu4Hacf

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In last week's round-up of brand to consumer news from The Indicator, Universal Standard is launching wholesale starting with an exclusive collection in Anthropologie, Walgreens Boots Alliance will be acquired by private equity firm Sycamore Partners in a $10 billion deal, French department store Printemps New York is set to open stateside this month in NYC, and Tecovas (Foremost 50 brand) is opening a 4,500-square-foot flagship store in SoHo this fall. Want more industry news weekly? Stay in The Lead by subscribing here:?https://lnkd.in/e-w8A-jz

"Don't ever compare your weaknesses to another person's strength. You can only lose." These words of wisdom guide Mario Lang's career every day. Lang, an innovative leader in the industry, has worked for leading brands–including PVH, Gap, Ralph Lauren, and now The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.–and has successfully transitioned through his career with the help of his positive attitude and mentors like David Kroll. Uncover Mario Lang’s insights and career advice in our latest content series, “Lessons in Leadership,” written by Sonal Gandhi. Read now: https://lnkd.in/emDYH92b

Accurate, up-to-date product availability is crucial in today's fast paced ecommerce world. Learn how Denis Yurchenko at MTLAB and DAVE are ensuring 100% accurate product availability as the standard in The Lead’s brand new content series, “Tech You Need To Know," by Jordan Brenner. Read now: https://lnkd.in/dYmhHjxR #TheLeadSummit

In last week's round-up of brand to consumer news from The Indicator, Target announced two noteworthy partnerships this week with Champion and Warby Parker, The TJX Companies, Inc. - parent company to off-price leaders TJ Maxx & HomeGoods and MARSHALLS LLC - opened its 5,000th store (a milestone for the company), URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly)’s rental service turned a profit (a first for the business model), and Michael Strahan brands has launched Michael Strahan Design Lab (an online way for men to personalize their tailored clothing). Want more industry news weekly? Stay in The Lead by subscribing here: https://lnkd.in/e-w8A-jz

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“Don’t keep a content calendar; they’re worse than useless—they’re counterproductive to success. Social media is reactive and spontaneous. I’ve been producing daily content for about three years, and, despite that, I’m still wrong about stuff I think is going to work, or vice versa. Content I think is going to perform well will flop, or I’ll get a million views on something I think is worthless.” See how Shinesty’s Duke Harten consistently goes viral The Lead's brand new content series, "How I Did This," written by Raymond Gnesin: https://lnkd.in/ezaX3zXD