Author Archives: Mauri Freedle

Summertime, Summertime, Sum, Sum, Summertime…

Posted on June 5, 2013 by Mauri Freedle

Well, you’ve made it through the bulk of the holidays.  Now you find yourself in the middle of the summer stretch.  How are sales?  Are you busy?  Or have all of your customers gone on vacation and you’re dragging?  Now … Continue reading →

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Spring is a Time for Fresh Ideas

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Mauri Freedle

Spring is a time we think of as new, fresh, bright, clean, and vibrant.   We have talked before about sprucing up window displays, merchandising, and even your wrap items.  How about the merchandise itself?  Is it still current?  Is it … Continue reading →

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Mother’s Day Promos

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Mauri Freedle

Have you thought of a promo for Mother’s Day yet?  What would be the best draw to get people spending money in your store? Besides the normal beautiful merchandise displays and amazing window displays, what can you do to create … Continue reading →

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Curb Appeal

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Mauri Freedle

When was the last time you looked at the front of the store? I know, you just said – This morning when I walked in. BUZZ! Wrong answer. You saw the front when you walked in, but did you really … Continue reading →

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Time for Inventory!

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Mauri Freedle

Now that you had a great holiday season, chances are your stock levels are low.  Now is a good time to think about doing an inventory count.  Why should you do inventory?  Well, it helps with managing your merchandise levels, … Continue reading →

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Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells

Posted on November 29, 2012 by Mauri Freedle

By now, most of you are covered in glitter that won’t come off no matter how much you scrub (it’ll come off just in time for the Valentine’s Day glitter to arrive).  Black Friday is over and now you are … Continue reading →

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Retail High Holy Day

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Mauri Freedle

Retail High Holy Day (a.k.a. Black Friday) is approaching whether we want it to or not.  Take five minutes and make sure you have enough supplies.  Your Holiday Binder should have your plan for “The Friday.”   If it doesn’t, … Continue reading →

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