Many luxury brands have struggled to fill their stores due to poor service. But this issue isn’t just unprofitable; it also destroys brand equity. Image credit: SSENSE, Haitong Zheng Why poor service will destroy your luxury brand
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Many luxury brands have struggled to fill their stores due to poor service. But this issue isn’t just unprofitable; it also destroys brand equity. Image credit: SSENSE, Haitong Zheng 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