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- First Person: Boosting Sales at My Retail StoreIncreasing sales at a retail store can seem like an arduous task, but it really isn't. A lot of it simply involves a little in-store research that revolves around knowing the highest grossing items and the store traffic pattern.
- Tips for Choosing a Retail Store LocationOne of the things that I learned as a retail company analyst is the importance of location to retail store success. Based on my experience, here are eight tips for choosing a retail store location.
- Marketing Events for Small RetailersBeing a small retail store doesn't mean you have to settle for a small customer base. There are ways to get your store name out without breaking the advertising bank.
- What is the Salary of a Retail Store ManagerA secure career during unsettling times is a retail store manager. As a former retail store manager, I was the leader of a business who oversaw the daily operation of the business.
No Retail Stores One Day?"Going out of Business", "Store Closing", and "Must-Sell Everything" - are all signs we have seen too often. Is the end of retail stores near by? Has online retail purchasing discontinued brick-and-mortar retail purchasing?- The Truth About Retail Store Credit CardsMany retail stores offer fine discounts on purchases if you apply for their store credit card. It may seem that you are getting quite a bargain at the time, but a word of caution is warranted here.
Fashion Marketing-Fashion Marketing CareersDo you love fashion and have an interest in sales or promotions? Why not consider a career in fashion marketing? This article provides information about 3 fun fashion marketing careers and how to get started.- Best Retail Stores with Kinect Gaming Console in Stock in Your AreaWhere can I find an Xbox 360 Kinect console in San Antonio? Look no further, follow this guide to increase your chances to finding one.
- Investing in Discount Retail Store StocksDiscount retail stores generate cash daily using products that get used up and shoppers need to buy again. This makes them worth investigating as safe stock investments.
Why Do Retail Companies Offer Employee Discounts?As a former retail manager, and business advisor, I can explain the benefits of a retail company offering employee discounts.- Christmas in July Sales Tap into Psychology of Extended Holiday AnticipationChristmas in July sales in America aren't new, though increasing now more than ever. Is it an intentional act knowing Americans have the psychological condition of holiday anticipation? Earlier holiday sales may be around the corner...
Why Do Retail Stores Play Music?As a former retail advisor, I am often asked why retail stores play music. This article explains the common reasons.
Why Retail Stores Ask for Customer's Phone NumbersMore and more retail stores are asking for customer's phone numbers. This article explains why.- Why Retail Stores Ask for Your Zip CodeWhen a retail store asks for a customer's zip code, they know where their customer base is located and if their customer base has a high, low, or median income level.
- Retail Store Design Psychology 101If you have ever wondered why retail stores are designed the way that they are, it is because of retail store design psychology.
- Tips for Retail Store Window DisplaysIncrease your window company success. Learn ideas for displaying your product in the stores.
- Reasons for Retail Store-Wide MeetingsRetail store-wide meetings have become a staple for the industry. There are invaluable reasons for these meetings that many store managers do not even know about.
4 Things Retail Customers Get Mad at You for that You Can't ControlMost things angry customers fuss at you about aren't even your fault.- Why Federal Reserve Board Retail Store Gift Card Regulations Will Cost ConsumersThe Federal Reserve Board has submitted a proposal to regulate retail store gift cards. While one might think that this would help consumers, it will cost more than it saves.
- Retail Stores that Offer Free AlterationsIf you purchased your clothes at a retail store such as Saks Fifth Avenue or Nordstrom, you can get most basic alterations services free of charge. Here are some leading retail stores that offer free alterations for many types of garments.
- How to Buy a Retail Store TreadmillIf you have been searching for a treadmill to buy for any length of time, then you know a good one is not cheap. Here are some things to look for when buying a treadmill at a retail store.
- Economy Down: Retail Stores HurtWith the problems our economy is facing, our retail stores are hurting drastically.
Shopping Malls Close but Brits Found Panacea in Temporary Store ConceptUS shopping malls are closing, retail stores are going out of business, and there is nary a shopping center that does well. The UK might have found a solution with the temporary store that offers temporary jobs - sometimes for a really long time.
Microsoft's Foray into Retail Stores Extends an Uncertain Corporate TrendWhile a lot of computer companies and other behemoths have opened retail stores to expand their profits, Microsoft is now joining the fray and taking the retail store in a new direction. It may solidify the corporate store on every block...- 3 Things to Be Wary of Before Applying for a Retail Store Credit CardDescribes what educated consumers should know about retail store credit cards before applying, including the common pitfalls applicants often overlook.
- How to Apply to a Retail StoreTips on how to look and act professional when applying to a retail store.
- Back to School FashionsEveryone wants to look good on their fist day going back to school. Kids usually spend all night searching for that ideal outfit to bring in the new school year.
- Looking to Get a Holiday Retail Job: These Are the Things that You Need to KnowFall is the time of year to start looking for a holiday retail job. Follow these tips to get hired to work in retail this holiday season.
Home and Garden Retail Stores in Western MassachusettsSave some money this summer with some DIY home landscaping projects. Purchase landscaping supplies at one of these local home and garden retail stores in Western Massachusetts.- How to Legally Establish Loss Prevention at Your Retail StoreWhen you have a person or persons dedicated entirely to security, your loss prevention efforts will reduce the amount of merchandise that "walks" out of your retail store. Following are a few tips on how to do this legally.
The Benefits of Shopping Online Vs Retail StoresThe first topic I will discuss is purchasing items online and in retail stores. The next topic I will discuss is the stress of online and in store shopping. The final topic I will discuss is will online or retail store save you more money.- Warehouse Retail Stores: Are They True Shopping Bargains?Sometimes less is more-but other times more is better. For that reason, having a membership to a warehouse retail store is a sound investment
- Own a Retail Store? Here's How to Market to Women Customers!Find out how to attract more working women to your retail store and how to create loyal, lifetime customers.
- Why Carrying a Retail Store Credit Card May Not Be a Good IdeaWe've all been through this scenario before; you're at one of your favorite retailers shopping for new clothes. You go to check out and the sales clerk asks if you have their store's charge card?
- Guide with 10 Tips on How to Automate Your Internet Retail StoreGuide with suggestions including 10 tips on how to automate your internet retail store.
- Secrets to Finding Great DealsI've been obsessed with finding great deals since I was young, which has lead me to discovering several great secrets to finding great deals.
- Amazon Could Open Real-Life Book Store in Ironic Plot TwistIsn't the point of Amazon that its online? Perhaps not. The Internet innovator may soon be opening its first brick and mortar store.
- First Amazon Store Coming Soon?Online retailer Amazon.com is reportedly planning to open its first store later this year in the Seattle area. This could be seen as a risky business move, or as just what is needed to take sales to a whole new level.
- First Person: Selling the UnsalablesSlow moving and unsalable items in a retail store are resource drains. They take up valuable space, and they freeze valuable inventory dollars that could be used on more profitable items. Here's how I dealt with slow and zero sales items.
- First Person: Spotting the Pricing Gimmicks at Retail StoresRetail stores are in business to make money. That means getting you to spend your money. During my ten years in retail, I saw some pretty interesting pricing gimmicks to get customers to spend more.
