NAW SmartBrief
July 19, 2024
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TODAY'S HEADLINES

TOP STORY
* Distributors' use of AI has grown rapidly in past year
* Fed survey shows economic growth, higher employment
* More companies pull back from DEI amid backlash
* Threat of disruption grows as dockworkers, ports at odds
* Initial jobless claims jump by 20K to 243K
OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
* US Foods tests wearable trackers to cut workplace injuries
* How strategic pricing solutions can boost profitability
SALES AND MARKETING
* How to sell by solving problems, creating value
* Managers should coach salespeople to practice
THE BUSINESS LEADER
* Economists remain optimistic about US outlook
* A leader's words are powerful, so use them wisely
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