Back from Market? Don’t Forget Retail Supplies

Did you just get back from market?  Did you order lots of great merchandise for your store?  Don’t forget to re-stock your retail supplies before the first shipments arrive.   Whether you need fasteners, tagging guns, replacement needles, or barcode … Continue reading

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Surprise! The social media generation is keeping it real.

LIM College in NYC (www.limcollege.edu) conducted a study that found that 66% of 18-25 year olds prefer to shop in actual stores for clothing and shoes. Online sites are used for research on the items. This is an interesting shift … Continue reading

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Destroying your reputation for efficiency?

Recently I read an article recommending that retailers switch their focus from great customer service to efficiency in ringing up the sale.  OK, those weren’t the exact words chosen by the author of the article (he will remain nameless), but it certainly … Continue reading

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What are you doing to accommodate your aging customers?

Many retailers focus on the ‘younger’ market and for good reason. Young adults are just starting out buying clothes, cars and everything you need to set up an apartment. Young and middle aged married people are stocking up to handle … Continue reading

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