Stefan Midford

Stefan Midford

Stefan Midford is the president and CEO of Natural Insight.

An Inside Look at the State of Retail Talent

According to the latest sales forecast from the National Retail Federation, retail sales are expected to increase between 3.8 percent and 4.4 percent this year. For retailers looking to snag a piece of the $3.8 trillion pie, hiring qualified retail talent who are knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the business will be key. In fact, according…

2018 Holiday Hiring Strategies for Retail

The 2018 holiday shopping season is expected to bring historical sales due to a healthy economy and strong consumer confidence. However, with the national unemployment rate at an all-time low, finding qualified seasonal retail workers to fill the nearly 650,000 open positions this holiday season has been challenging. With only weeks left in the season,…

Summer Retail Workforce Trends

The summer retail season is upon us, and retailers have been busy planning strategies to entice customers itching for warmer weather and all that the season brings — from new fashions to the latest gardening tools. Retail Giants Gear Up for Summer With Significant Hiring Initiatives Speaking of gardening, summer is an exceptionally busy time…

Creating a Stress-Free In-Store Holiday Shopping Experience

It’s November and most retailers have been planning for the holiday season for several months. As brick-and-mortar establishments continue to evolve to compete with online competitors, it’s critical that retailers focus on those consumers who still plan to do their holiday shopping in-store, and how they can provide them with an enjoyable experience that meets…