The Watson Weekend
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Recent Episodes
This week on Watson Weekend, we break down the Gartner Magic Quadrant and its true utility in evaluating platforms. Rick explains why focusing on "Ability to Execute" might be the only lens that matters. We also sit down with Dina Rosenbloom, CEO of Hairstory.
In this engaging Watson Weekend episode, we explore Shopify’s meteoric growth, what it means for their future, and whether they can truly compete as an enterprise and B2B solution. Our guest Paula Macaggi, global retail expert and host of the OFFBounds Podcast, joins us to break down the retail landscape and share what she’s learned from leaders across the world.
In this episode of Watson Weekend, we welcome Jorrit Steinz, Founder of ChannelEngine, to break down the evolving world of global marketplaces. Gain deep insights into marketplace strategies across different regions, learn about cultural nuances shaping e-commerce trends, and explore how emerging players like Temu and Shein are challenging the status quo.
In this episode of Watson Weekend, we’re all about Q3 earnings season! We analyze Amazon’s impressive revenue growth, UPS’s strategic shifts in capacity, and eBay’s recent stock dip and future challenges.
Join us for an interactive, live AMA episode of Watson Weekend! With a powerhouse panel—Rick, Jess, and Nick, moderated by Vinny—this session is packed with real-time insights on the hottest industry headlines.
The good, the bad, and the ugly—Watson Weekend LIVE dives into 2024’s eCommerce rollercoaster!
Nick Kaplan joined Rick Watson to unpack this year’s biggest stories, from moments of triumph to epic fails.
The good, the bad, and the ugly—Watson Weekend LIVE dives into 2024’s eCommerce rollercoaster!
Nick Kaplan joined Rick Watson to unpack this year’s biggest stories, from moments of triumph to epic fails.
🎙️ Topics we covered:
The Good: Klarna’s IPO momentum, Walmart’s resilience, and Chapter 11 law firms dominating.
The Bad: NRF’s misplaced optimism about “resilient consumers” and Magento agencies stuck in the past.
The Ugly: TEMU’s legal mess, Amazon’s price hikes, and eBay’s stagnant strategy.
Plus: Words and phrases we’re retiring in 2024 (Profitability = Expelliarmus?).
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