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These days, everything comes down to good marketing. While most shop owners didn’t get into the business to make ads, effective promotion has become integral to modern business. Unfortunately, it also requires a separate skill set.
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Here’s the play for 2026: be a culture hub, not a commodity counter. We are in the era of experiential marketing and businesses. This is the right time to pivot to selling more than rolling papers and pipes.
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If you’ve been in Vegas in February with a badge from Champs, you might have visited the Starbase or Illuminarium after.
Maybe you walked in and saw B-Real from Cypress Hill. Or Too Short. Or John Hart. They were commanding the stage with a crowd dancing their asses off. You might have even watched people getting awards for best cleaner, nicotine pouch, nicotine vape, nicotine e-liquid, marketing, innovation, cannabis vape, glass line, new device, or shop.
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Clayton Smith was ready to die.
Like all soldiers, the former U.S. Army Captain accepted the reality of losing his life on the battlefield. But preparing for death at home was different. Despite a good job and a loving wife, Smith hurt immensely. He had tried everything to stop the pain, but everything failed. Only one thing stood between him and suicide: a final gamble on a psychedelic called ibogaine.
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How many loyalty and rewards programs are you a part of? Do you know how to access your rewards without keeping track of a physical stamp card? And as a business, how are you reaching your customers to keep them engaged and coming back?
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A copycat formula led us to abandon what made the industry great. You’ve got one last chance to change before it’s too late.
Back in September’s issue, we opened the door on the world of cryptocurrency and how it’s currently being used in our society. However, the crypto space isn’t all sugar and spice; there are some risks involved, too. We recently sat down with Kaz, the creator of the Kazonomics token, who is currently experiencing the downside of the crypto craze.
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Retailers may feel like they are working overtime in December. You have to deal with inventory taxes, holiday shoppers, and cleaning out shelves for the new year. However, the right strategies can help you turn dead stock into cash flow, protect your profits, and prepare for 2026.
This guide offers tested tactics to help you do that.
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The single largest government investment in psychedelics is happening down the road from rodeos, ranches, and rabid football fans. Welcome to Texas, where ibogaine research is a public good.
Before you pop the champagne (or, in my case, spark the bowl) on New Year’s Eve, don’t forget to tie up any remaining loose ends with your business. Unfinished tasks could cost you thousands if left dangling for too long, so start the New Year off right by taking care of any unresolved issues before January 1st.
