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Boom, Bust, Repeat: What the Industry Still Hasn’t Learned
The cigar is the constant. What surrounds it - that’s what changes. And if you’re not building for that change, you’re not building anything that’s going to last.

The Cigar Profit
May 228 min read
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The Premium Cigar Industry's Obsession with Heritage - and How It Can Hurt Innovation
Here's the uncomfortable truth: not every cigar brand can or should hang its hat on the past.

The Cigar Profit
May 139 min read
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Why Does the Cigar Industry Take Itself So Seriously?
Let’s be honest - this industry’s tone is heavy. Reverent. Formal. In some corners, borderline theatrical.

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May 59 min read
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Hiring a Rep vs. Building a Brand - Which One Comes First?
Brands aren’t built in applause. They’re built in trust.

The Cigar Profit
Apr 229 min read
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The Audit: What PCA 2025 Really Revealed About the Cigar Industry
Passion is everywhere. Discipline is not.

The Cigar Profit
Apr 1712 min read
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If You’re Looking to Be a Brand Owner, Start With the Customer
Want to know why so many “new” brands fade out before they ever get a second shipment? Because they start with themselves, not the buyer.

The Cigar Profit
Apr 18 min read
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Why I Cringe Every Time I Hear the Word: 'Boutique' in the Premium Cigar Industry
An Independent cigar brand stands on its own - flexible, scalable and commited to growth without sacrificing quality.

The Cigar Profit
Mar 256 min read
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Is Nepotism Hurting the Cigar Industry More Than You Think?
The Cigar Profit weighs in on the delicate balance between nepotism, meritocracy, and what it truly takes to build a lasting legacy.

The Cigar Profit
Mar 1114 min read
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Am I Doing the Math Right? Pricing Strategies for Retailers and Brand Owners
Are you pricing your cigars for profit and customer trust? Learn strategies to perfect your pricing model.

The Cigar Profit
Feb 32 min read
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