Business News
The Complete Guide to What’s Open and Closed on December 26
From post offices to banks, here's what's open and closed on Boxing Day.
Christmas
Entrepreneurs
This Will Be the Busiest Travel Day During the 2024 Holiday Season
A new survey revealed the most popular travel dates for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's vacations.
By David James
Building a Business
Boost Your Ecommerce Sales — 8 Proven Strategies for the Holiday Season
As the holiday season approaches, it's essential for ecommerce businesses to maximize sales by leveraging key shopping events like Halloween and Black Friday. These events present unique opportunities to engage with customers and drive conversions, but they require tailored strategies to succeed.
Marketing
The Santa Claus Approach: Unwrapping Marketing Lessons from the Man in Red
This jolly article unwraps 12 business lessons from Santa Claus, from the magic of consistency to the joys of surprising your customers.
Building a Business
Are Your Christian Holidays Excluding Your Staff? DEI Expert Reveals How We Can Equitably Handle Time Off For The Company.
Before you hit "deny" on that PTO request, make sure you aren't saying no to someone's religious holiday needs. There are three religious and cultural holidays in December that may have slipped your mind.
By Nika White
Business News
This Controversial Trend Makes People Think They’re Saving Money on Holiday Shopping — and There Might Be Some Truth to It
'Tis the season of "Girl Math."
By Amanda Breen
Business News
Etsy’s CEO Says the Timing of Laying Off 225 Employees So Close to Christmas Is ‘Unfortunate’
Following the news, Etsy stock dropped over 5 percent.
Building a Business
This 15-Year-Old Couldn’t Find an Inflatable Santa That Represented His Family. 10 Months Later, He Runs a Business Bringing Inclusiveness to the Holidays.
High school student Cason Dean discusses what sparked his idea to create Inclusive Christmas, a line of decorations for underrepresented cultures.
By Dan Bova
Business News
Airbnb Hosts Both Love and Loathe Christmas as They Try to Make as Much Money as Possible: ‘It’s Something We Count on for the Winter Months’
'Tis the season for Airbnb hosts to raise prices.
By Dan Latu
Tech
I Used a Just-Launched AI Tool to Find a Christmas Present for My Fiancé. It Didn’t Go As Expected — But It Was Definitely an Eye Opener.
AI makes all sorts of things easier — so why not the sometimes difficult task of choosing the perfect gift?
By Amanda Breen
Business News
Mariah Carey Is Being Sued Over ‘All I Want for Christmas Is You’ – Again
Songwriter Vince Vance claims Carey stole the Christmas classic.
Business News
This ‘Star Wars’ Ornament Is the Most Ridiculous (and Amazing) Thing We’ve Seen: ‘Take My Wallet’
An "The Empire Strikes Back" tree ornament is going viral on Twitter for its intricate, dorky display.
By Dan Bova
Business News
Christmas Tree Shops to Close All 70 Locations: ‘I Wish Someone Could Save These Stores’
The chain started as a boutique in Cape Cod in the 1950s.
Side Hustle
4 Seasonal Side Hustles to Keep Your Pockets Jingling
Everyone can use some extra money before and after the holiday season, so bring on the side hustle!
By Mary Hood
Online Presence
Daughter’s Viral TikTok Video Saves Her Dad’s Dying Ornament Business
Horrornaments sales were dead on the branch, so MaKayla Burns made one last pull-at-your-heartstrings video. It killed.
Entrepreneurs
The Truth About Loneliness During the Holidays and 5 Tips For Coping
Feeling lonely is a common part of the entrepreneur and human experience, but that doesn't make loneliness easier to handle.
By Larry Jones
Business News
‘It’s Kind of Scary’: How Inflation Will Impact Gifting This Holiday Season
American families on strict budgets are struggling to give their kids the holiday experience they've come to expect.
By Amanda Breen
Thought Leaders
These Teens Went on ‘Shark Tank’ With a Product That Will Change the Way You Decorate Your Christmas Tree. Now, It’s a Multi-Million-Dollar Business.
Brothers Ayaan Naqvi, 14, and Mika'il Naqvi, 15, launched their Ornament Anchor to solve a common holiday problem. Today, it's in more than 500 Lowe's stores — with plans to expand.
By Amanda Breen
Business News
The Bully From ‘A Christmas Story’ Will Be Hanging Out at the Original House From the Movie for a Good Cause
Actor Zach Ward plays CEO in real life when he isn't reprising his iconic role.
Marketing
Where Is Lindsey Lohan Now? Making Christmas Videos for Pepsi
The Mean Girls star appears in a new ad campaign promoting Pepsi and milk, or 'Pilk' for the uninitiated.
Business News
The Salary a Professional Santa Can Earn in One Holiday Season May Surprise You — But There’s Still a Saint Nick Shortage This Year
There are more than 2,250 professional Santa opportunities, many of which opened up during the pandemic.
By Amanda Breen
Business News
Inflation’s Coming for Your Christmas. Here’s How Much More Your Tree Will Cost This Year.
Droughts and wildfires are also putting pressure on the supply of cut trees.
By Amanda Breen
Business News
Mariah Carey Isn’t the ‘Queen of Christmas,’ According to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Here’s Who Else Is Coming for the Crown.
The pop star applied for rights to the title in March 2021, hoping to market a line of products with it.
By Amanda Breen
Business News
Giant Christmas Baubles Wreak Havoc Rolling Down London Street as Wind Destroys Holiday Decorations
The cars lining the street were hit with a Christmas wake-up call.
Marketing
The 2022 Holiday Season Will Bring A Shift In Consumer Behavior. Here are 3 Ways You Can Prepare
This year's holiday season will set new records for retailers and consumers. These strategies can help brands navigate the shifting tide of retail as they weather economic uncertainty.
Business News
Small Businesses Are Preparing for an Uncertain Holiday Season
Small business owners are preparing earlier than usual for the holidays to mitigate any obstacles regarding supply chain and shortages.
Business News
Breakfast Is Getting a Boozy Upgrade With Eggo’s New Holiday Product
Waffle-maker Eggo is releasing a festive new product to kick off the holiday season.