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'Humans need advice,' says McCarron. 'Computers can tell you what your options are, but they can’t connect to your emotional intelligence.'

McCarron: Is AI Coming For Your Job?

What jobs are safe from artificial intelligence? The ones that require guiding people in decision-making.

April 13, 2026

'Adults have an inner 12-year-old inside them, giving advice based on their experiences as a kid,' says Jackson. 'When we harness the impact of that internal child, we understand the minds and perceptions of others across the table or counter.'

Jackson: How to Negotiate More Effectively

May 28, 2026

'The more responsibility you give people, the more responsible they become,' says Kingman.

Kingman: How to Let Your Leaders Lead

May 26, 2026

'A strong store manager understands how to motivate, inspire and lead the workforce of today,' says Townsend.

Townsend: How to Boost Your Sales

May 22, 2026

'Your dealership is not compared only to the tire dealer across town,' says O'Connor. 'It’s compared to Amazon, to Starbucks, to the local grocery store and to every other place your customer spends money.'

O'Connor: How to Design Operational Triggers

May 20, 2026

'In assessing raw material prices, our base average-cost-to-build-a-tire index suggested inputs were up 24.3% for the month of April on a year-over-year basis,' says Healy.

Healy: Sellout Trends Stay Soft

May 19, 2026

'Don't try to think for customers,' says McCarron. 'Help them consider the situation and ask questions about blind spots.'

McCarron: How to Handle Customer Objections

May 18, 2026

'New ways of thinking are needed today,' says Van Batenburg.

Van Batenburg: Building Your Tech Pipeline

May 13, 2026

'The next generation of consolidators will treat the customer experience as a core competency, not an afterthought,' says Strandberg.

Strandberg: Who Are the Consolidators of Tomorrow?

May 11, 2026

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