A Message of Gratitude and Reflection: Looking Back on 2022 and Moving Forward to 2023

Dear Reader,

I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for your support and engagement with The Weekly (Luxury) Reflection. As we approach the end of the year, I am continually humbled and inspired by the more than 5,000 luxury professionals who have chosen to join me on this journey of reflection and growth within the luxury industry.

Many people have reached out to me privately to share how much they have enjoyed and benefited from reading The Weekly (Luxury) Reflection. This has been an incredible source of motivation for me and has inspired me to continue bringing even more value to your experience with the newsletter.

In addition to providing well-researched ideas and insights, I am also committed to fostering a sense of community within our subscriber base. I believe that by coming together and sharing our thoughts, experiences, and challenges, we can all learn and grow together. Whether through the comments section, social media, or virtual events, I encourage you to engage with me and your fellow subscribers and contribute to the conversation.

2022 has been an interesting year, to say the least. Tumultuous times are always an opportunity to learn and reflect, and in the newsletter, I have had the chance to delve into a variety of subjects.

For your convenience, here is a list of this year's articles:

?1.????Creating a Culture of Excellence in the Luxury Industry: The Importance of Onboarding and Recruiting .

2.????Meta programs for customer profiling. A little history from the Luxury Industry

3.????"To trust or not to trust?" . Image counts.

4.????Can beauty save the world? (Semi)portrait of a modern philosopher, Brunello Cucinelli.

5.????Elegance, good manners and etiquette. An antidote to an increasingly dehumanized world.

6.????The Strategy of Giving. A lesson in generosity from the Luxury Industry.

7.????Luxury is belonging. And belonging is the ultimate luxury.

8.????Role-plays. A powerful training tool for the Luxury Retail Industry, and for improving any negotiation.

9.????Learn to say no. A lesson from the Luxury Industry

10. The Luxury Industry sells (beautiful) stories.

11. Are you helping LinkedIn help you? A practical guide to making the most out of the #1 professional social media.

12. Connection + Affiliation = Smoother Negotiation

13. Negotiation. Who gave away your secrets?

14. They call it discount and it's something else they are looking for.

15. Your next successful deal may be just a metaphor away.

16. The death and rebirth of the salesman

17.??Human predictability is your superpower when negotiating.

18. Luxury. Is it for everyone?

19. Let your work be your artwork.

20. A culture of positive thinking can be toxic. Here is why.

21. Cool down, the metaverse is not here. Yet.

22. How to negotiate with the wealthiest.

23. Don’t judge a decision by its outcome.

24. NFTs and the Luxury Industry. Is the honeymoon over?

25. This is what happens when you negotiate too hard. And your counterpart loses face.

26. ?That time of the year when you budget for everything. Except your career.

27. Are you considering moving abroad, but can’t find the courage?

28. Negotiate every day. Don’t expect a deal every time.

29. People want to pay more. Not less.

30. Disagreement is gold. Argument can be toxic. Confusing them is a trap.

31. ?A key to building a successful career in the Luxury Industry.

32. Is Bitcoin the ultimate luxury?

33. What if avoiding stupidity would prove more effective than seeking brilliance?

34. How to remain sane in challenging times.

As we move into the new year, I am dedicated to bringing even more value to your experience with The Weekly (Luxury) Reflection. I will continue to share well-researched ideas, techniques, methodologies, and case studies that are designed to help you succeed in your careers within the luxury industry.

As we close out 2022 and look towards the future, I invite you to take a moment to reflect on the past year. I would like to challenge you to think about what three words would best describe your experience of 2022. And as you set intentions for 2023, what three words would you like to guide your journey? Please feel free to share your thoughts and reflections with the community in the comments section or on social media.

Thank you again for your support, I am honored to have the opportunity to serve you. If you think that more professionals in the luxury industry would benefit from reading The Weekly (Luxury) Reflection, I would appreciate it if you could help me spread the word. Together, let's inspire and support one another to reach new heights in our careers and make a positive impact in the industry.

Wishing you and your loved ones a wonderful 2023!

To your success,

Carlo