Darko Pavic - Global Retail & Fiscalization Expert
Books and articles on retail, tech, fiscalization, art, and running.

The podcasts I make and the things I write.

Here you’ll find my work across books and magazines, all driven by the topics I live and breathe: retail, retail tech, fiscalization, art, and running.

You’ll also find my podcasts Riba smrdi od glave and Retail Talks, where I share practical lessons and field stories.

From deep-dive playbooks to thought pieces, these publications reflect my curiosity, field experience, and passion for turning ideas into action.

Books

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The Fiscalization Compliance Maturity Model (english)

The Fiscalization Compliance Maturity Model (english)

A practical playbook for retailers and POS vendors to turn fiscalization from a cost into a capability—built around a four-level Compliance Maturity Model with step-by-step roadmaps, KPIs, checklists, and templates. Includes a unique 25-country appendix for at-a-glance requirements, helping teams plan rollouts faster, reduce risk, and make compliance a competitive advantage.
02
Stand Out, Get Seen and Sell More Art: Master the Art of Crafting Your Personal Brand for Success (english)

Stand Out, Get Seen and Sell More Art: Master the Art of Crafting Your Personal Brand for Success (english)

Step-by-step blueprint for artists to build a magnetic personal brand without losing their creative soul - combining Jung’s 12 archetypes with practical exercises, a 30-day content plan, and lessons from 100 iconic artists. Drawing on my dual career as tech CEO and exhibiting artist, it shows you how to define your voice, grow a loyal audience, and sell more work—authentically, confidently, and sustainably.
03
Fundamentals of Photography (german)

Fundamentals of Photography (german)

A simple, practical guide to great photos without expensive gear, it explains core fundamentals (light, composition, camera basics), quick editing and sharing workflows, and even how to sell your images—step-by-step, from first shot to stock agencies.
04
The Little Running Book (german)

The Little Running Book (german)

A no-nonsense guide to running filled with practical, real-world tips—built to help beginners start, stay motivated, and solve the everyday problems runners face. Written from the road by a passionate amateur and the collective wisdom of a diverse running community, it celebrates what unites us most: we’re all runners.
05
30 kg in Two Months — Here’s How!: A Diary to Emulate (german)

30 kg in Two Months — Here’s How!: A Diary to Emulate (german)

A candid, diary-style account of how I lost 30 kg in two months, without medication or coaching, by reshaping mindset, managing stress, adjusting nutrition, and adding simple movement. Written for beginners with no prior knowledge, it offers practical, follow-along steps to start, stay motivated, and prove that change is possible.

Magazines

Croatian language

ja trgovac

Croatian language

progressive magazine, Croatia

serbian language

progressive magazine, Serbia

My Podcasts

Englisjh language

Retail Talks

Delve into the realm of retail and discover the latest concepts, innovations, and technologies transforming the global retail scene. From retail giants to small retailers, we'll uncover how these leaders leverage technology to redefine the shopping experience. Join us for insightful discussions with industry experts and thought leaders. Gain valuable insights, hear predictions, and explore success stories. Discover how technology is not only shaping the future of retail but also influencing consumer behavior worldwide. Tune in and stay ahead in the dynamic world of retail!

Are AI Agents About to Change Retail Forever | #13

In this episode of Retail Talks, Mitul and Darko explore whether AI agents are the next big thing in retail. These agents are already transforming how we approach and solve tasks, as well as how we develop and use software. With AI models having already reshaped industries, there’s a strong chance that AI agents will...

Trumps Cryptos Revolution or Risk for Retail | #12

Not only is the new U.S. administration planning to change crypto regulations, but it’s also taking bold action. Recently, former President Donald Trump launched his own cryptocurrency, $TRUMP, a memecoin that generated millions of dollars in just a few days. This move has sparked intense debate, given its unique nature and the broader implications for...

Top 5 Retail Trends to Watch for in 2025 | #11

In this episode, Milan and Darko dive into next year's biggest retail trends. This is our annual tradition, and our predictions are usually spot on! We're breaking down five key trends, and I guarantee some will surprise you. Don’t miss this discussion on what’s shaping the future of retail!

X meets Shopify: Revolution or just a simple integration?

In this episode, Mitul K. Jain and Darko Pavic dive deep into the recent partnership between X (formerly Twitter) and Shopify. Is it simply another standard integration, or could it be the beginning of X’s journey towards becoming a Everything App? The real question: Who’s really benefiting here? Are Shopify’s merchants tapping into X’s massive...

Amazon’s Battle Against Temu

One platform has changed the way we shop. The other threatens to rewrite the rules. On this episode of Retail Talk, we tackle a big question: Is Amazon still unbeatable? Darko couldn’t resist Temu’s charms – but Mitul? He’s not so sure. Add to the mix an unexpected guest who shared her first Temu haul...

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Serbian language

Riba smrdi od glave

My Serbian-language podcast shows how my team and I think about management and the world. It’s useful for anyone who wants to work with us and first check if our ways of thinking and culture are a good fit. It’s also helpful for anyone who wants to learn about entrepreneurship and business.

3 slabe tačke startupa koje vode u neuspeh | #115

U ovoj epizodi govorim o tri ključne greške koje često viđam kod startupa. Ako pokrećeš svoj biznis ili planiraš da to uradiš — ovo je epizoda koja će ti sigurno biti interesantna. Kratko, jasno i iz prve ruke.

Tražimo strastvene marketare – evo šta nudimo, a šta tražimo | #114

Tražimo nove članove marketing tima! 🍀 U ovoj epizodi otkrivamo čime se bavimo u Fiscal Solutions, zašto je fiskalizacija daleko od dosadne teme i koje sve globalne retail gigante podržavamo. Pričaćemo o tome šta nudimo i kakav entuzijastični marketar nam treba: onaj koji marketing živi, a ne samo radi. Ako želiš da tvoj kreativni duh...

Da li je zapošljavanje stranih radnika, na primer iz Nigerije, u redu? | #113

U poslednje vreme rasplamsala se diskusija o zapošljavanju stranih radnika u IT sektoru u Srbiji.U ovoj epizodi želim da podelim svoje razmišljanje o toj temi. Po mom mišljenju, ovo je sasvim prirodan razvoj tržišta i, zapravo, ništa novo. Ono što je sada zaista važno jeste da se domaći kadar prilagodi novim uslovima i ne dozvoli...

Kako do prakse: Saveti koji ti mogu promeniti karijeru | #112

Ovog puta odlučio sam da objavim ceo snimak live događaja koji su organizovale moje kolege, uglavnom praktikanti, a tema je bila – praksa kod nas. Kolege govore o tome kako da dođeš do svoje prve (ili najbolje) studentske prakse. Šta poslodavci zaista traže? Kako da se istakneš i bez iskustva? Koje su greške koje kandidati...

Skriveni problem srpskog tržišta rada? | #111

U ovoj epizodi govorim o ozbiljnom izazovu s kojim se suočavaju kompanije u Srbiji, posebno one koje posluju na međunarodnim tržištima – nedostatak obučenih kadrova u određenim oblastima. Kako to utiče na poslovanje i šta kompanije mogu da urade da premoste ovaj jaz? Podeliću svoja iskustva, rešenja koja mi primenjujemo i šta smatram ključnim za...

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