Jean Gazis - Practical Ecommerce https://www.practicalecommerce.com/author/jean-gazis Independent analysis and strategy for online merchants Thu, 25 Dec 2025 12:12:41 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.4 New Books: Swiftynomics, UX Skills, More https://www.practicalecommerce.com/new-books-swiftynomics-ux-skills-more Fri, 26 Dec 2025 10:00:53 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1558891 Our latest rundown of new books for merchants includes titles on supply chain, user experience, transformation, and, yes, Taylor Swift.

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]]> The Rise of Global Tariffs, Explained https://www.practicalecommerce.com/the-rise-of-global-tariffs-explained Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:39:20 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1558459 A new book from a noted economist seeks to explain the causes of tariffs and trade barriers.

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]]> New Books: Wikipedia, Ring, Vibe Code, More https://www.practicalecommerce.com/new-books-wikipedia-ring-vibe-code-more Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:15:12 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1558040 Ten new titles from entrepreneurs, practitioners, and academics on innovation, leadership, and lessons learned.

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]]> Notable Business Books in 2025 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/notable-business-books-in-2025 Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1557680 This year's award winners and best sellers include titles on Facebook, entrepreneurship, Shopify, China, and, yes, AI.

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]]> 10 Books for Building Superb Teams https://www.practicalecommerce.com/10-books-for-building-superb-teams Tue, 21 Oct 2025 11:26:23 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1557346 Employees, suppliers, and service providers drive ecommerce success. These books help leaders develop and manage high-performing teams.

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]]> You’re Writing a Book. Now What? https://www.practicalecommerce.com/youre-writing-a-book-now-what Wed, 08 Oct 2025 14:14:59 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1557033 Knowing your subject, audience, and goal is only the starting point.

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]]> Can Writing a Book Grow Your Business? https://www.practicalecommerce.com/can-writing-a-book-grow-your-business Tue, 16 Sep 2025 18:12:04 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1556467 Writing a book, like building a business, is risky, requiring vision and dedication. The potential rewards include a large audience and a lasting impact.

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]]> A Dozen Good Reads for Better Decisions https://www.practicalecommerce.com/a-dozen-good-reads-for-better-decisions Wed, 03 Sep 2025 11:49:27 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1556109 The fall retail selling season is also a time to plan for the coming year. Here are 12 new and time-tested books to help make informed choices.

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]]> New Books to Gear Up for Peak Season Selling https://www.practicalecommerce.com/new-books-to-gear-up-for-peak-season-selling Tue, 19 Aug 2025 11:53:09 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1555709 The end of summer signals the beginning of fall and peak season planning for merchants. These recent titles can help start the process.

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]]> Q&A: Brad Feld, Author, Mentor, Investor https://www.practicalecommerce.com/qa-brad-feld-author-mentor-investor Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:35:51 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1555039 The veteran tech entrepreneur, mentor, and early-stage investor opens up on writing and his latest book, "Give First."

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]]> Favorite Books of Ecommerce Pros Q3 2025 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/favorite-books-of-ecommerce-pros-q3-2025 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 12:25:20 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1554701 Summer is a time to step away and catch up on reading, thinking, and planning. Ecommerce owners share the books that have shaped their careers and outlook.

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]]> 10 Books on Slowing Down, Stepping Away https://www.practicalecommerce.com/books-on-slowing-down-stepping-away Tue, 01 Jul 2025 13:11:43 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1554291 Busy owners and team members are supposed to take time off in the summer. Here are 10 books to help rest and rejuvenate.

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]]> New Books on Classic Brands, Growth, Change https://www.practicalecommerce.com/new-books-on-classic-brands-growth-change Tue, 17 Jun 2025 12:23:07 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1553861 These compelling titles include inspirational lessons from Sonic Drive-in and Rolex, as well as perspectives on mentorship, data, hiring, transformation, startups, and more.

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]]> Books on Startups, Founders, Investors https://www.practicalecommerce.com/books-on-startups-founders-investors Tue, 03 Jun 2025 12:51:19 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1553470 Entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and academics share the good and the bad of launching, funding, and exiting a business.

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]]> 9 Books to Transform Customer Experience https://www.practicalecommerce.com/9-books-to-transform-customer-experience Wed, 21 May 2025 14:12:05 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1553045 A superior shopping and post-purchase experience may be the best way to retain ecommerce customers.

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]]> Books on Tariffs and Trade Wars https://www.practicalecommerce.com/books-on-tariffs-and-trade-wars Tue, 06 May 2025 13:27:09 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1552403 Ten books by academics, regulators, journalists, and executives unravel international trade and tariffs and their affect on businesses and consumers.

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]]> Spring Books on B2B, Nvidia, Bill Gates, More https://www.practicalecommerce.com/spring-books-on-b2b-nvidia-bill-gates-more Tue, 15 Apr 2025 11:40:55 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1551885 These seven new and upcoming titles range from practical advice to lessons learned by brilliant business leaders.

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]]> Merchants’ Guide to Navigating Conflicts https://www.practicalecommerce.com/merchants-guide-to-navigating-conflicts Wed, 02 Apr 2025 12:12:43 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1551443 Conflict with suppliers, partners, and employees is inevitable. A new book suggests resilience and acceptance.

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]]> New Books on Startups, Growth, Culture, More https://www.practicalecommerce.com/new-books-on-startups-growth-culture-more Mon, 17 Mar 2025 09:00:17 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1550806 The first quarter of 2025 delivers inspiring titles to up your sales game, launch a business, build a team, and more.

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]]> Book Buyer Beware: The Rise of Counterfeits https://www.practicalecommerce.com/book-buyer-beware-the-rise-of-counterfeits Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:09:00 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1550183 Digital publishing technology and artificial intelligence have made producing fake books easier than ever.

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]]> Bookshop.org, an Amazon Rival, Adds Ebooks https://www.practicalecommerce.com/bookshop-org-an-amazon-rival-adds-ebooks Mon, 17 Feb 2025 19:35:53 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1549689 Bookshop shares profits with independent, physical booksellers; shoppers can purchase on Bookshop.org and designate a local bookstore.

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]]> New Books on Strategy, Resilience, AI, More https://www.practicalecommerce.com/new-books-on-strategy-resilience-ai-more Tue, 04 Feb 2025 13:13:08 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1549092 These new titles address today's business challenges — leadership, tactics, customers, data, change.

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]]> 10 Books for Better Communication https://www.practicalecommerce.com/10-books-for-better-communication Tue, 21 Jan 2025 14:26:25 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1548423 What do owners, freelancers, managers, and employees have in common? They all communicate!

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]]> New Books for Personal Growth in 2025 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/new-books-for-personal-growth-in-2025 Mon, 06 Jan 2025 10:00:09 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1547456 Handpicked titles on managing time, setting priorities, and leading a more productive and purposeful life personally and professionally.

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]]> 11 Books to Help Navigate Risk https://www.practicalecommerce.com/11-books-to-help-navigate-risk Tue, 17 Dec 2024 13:06:01 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1546460 Expert strategies for identifying and managing diverse business threats in a complex, global environment.

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]]> Books on Business, Money, Success, and Failure https://www.practicalecommerce.com/books-on-business-money-success-and-failure Tue, 03 Dec 2024 21:16:39 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1545693 Our 12 handpicked titles address massive successes, epic failures, intrigue, disruption, history, technology, and more.

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]]> 9 Books to Strengthen Cybersecurity https://www.practicalecommerce.com/9-books-to-strengthen-cybersecurity Mon, 18 Nov 2024 10:00:15 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1545098 Our curated selection from industry experts covers the psychology of cyber attackers, practical defense strategies, and much more.

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]]> Notable Business Books in 2024 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/notable-business-books-for-2024 Thu, 31 Oct 2024 11:48:27 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1544412 Our sampling of noteworthy new business titles on one or more prominent "best books" lists.

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]]> New Books to Grow (or Sell) a Business, Fall 2024 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/new-books-to-grow-and-sell-a-business-fall-2024 Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:33:18 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1543737 Our picks of new titles for merchants address AI tactics, communicating with customers, personalization, selling the company, and more.

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]]> Book Excerpt: ‘Buyer Personas: Insights into Customer Decisions’ https://www.practicalecommerce.com/book-excerpt-buyer-personas-insights-into-customer-decisions Tue, 01 Oct 2024 12:41:02 +0000 https://www.practicalecommerce.com/?p=1543137 Organizations that listen and respond to buyers earn more business. A new book from Wiley urges marketers to lead that effort.

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