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“9 Ways To Increase Employee Retention In Your Retail Store” by Bob Phibbs via The Retail Doctor blog

by admin | Oct 9, 2022 | Brick & Mortar, HR, Resources, Retail Strategy

When employees leave – either because you fired them or they quit by choice, their absence leaves a hole. Retailers hate holes… in merchandise, displays, and schedules. The more employee turnover you have, the more holes you have to deal with, and the more costly it...

“REI commits to closing stores on Black Friday forever” by Cara Salpini via Retail Dive

by admin | Oct 4, 2022 | Brick & Mortar, Holiday, HR, News, Outdoor, Retail Strategy

On Oct. 4, 2022, REI announced a commitment to shutting its stores every year on Black Friday in favor of time spent outside. Courtesy of REI Dive Brief: After seven years of closing its doors on Black Friday, REI is making the tradition permanent, the...

“How retailers are hiring for the holidays in 2022 – In preparation for demand, some companies are staffing for the season similarly to 2021 while others are reducing their efforts.” by Staff via Retail Dive

by admin | Sep 28, 2022 | Brick & Mortar, Holiday, HR, Predictions, Retail History, Retail Strategy

Hiroko Masuike / Stringer via Getty Images The backdrop of this holiday season looks quite different than last year’s. While many consumers have adopted a sense of pre-pandemic normalcy with in-store shopping, inflation has largely hampered the...

“How Technology Can Help Small Retailers Stay Fully Operational With Fewer Associates” by Amanda Honig via RIS News

by admin | Sep 25, 2022 | HR, Resources, Retail Strategy, Retail Technologies

Facing unprecedented and challenging market disruptions, forward-thinking small business owners are turning to technology to maximize productivity and profits. What’s more, investments in the right technology can elevate the overall shopper experience, even when there...

“The Simple Way to Drive More Retail Foot Traffic” by Peter Biagioli via Total Retail

by admin | Sep 15, 2022 | Brick & Mortar, Corona Virus, HR, Retail Strategy, Safety and preparedness

Credit: Getty Images by SolStock We’ve all witnessed the pandemic’s devastating effects on retail shopping and the significant downturn in customer foot traffic in-store, but experts now point to a major shift in customer behavior. Recent figures, including the...

“How to Use Humor in Your Sales Presentation – the More Laughs, the More You Sell” by Bob Phibbs via The Retail Doctor Blog

by admin | Sep 12, 2022 | Community, Customer Service, HR, Resources, Retail Strategy

Want to increase your sales? Try adding humor! Here are eight tips for incorporating humor into your retail store or in-person sales presentation. With all the focus on features and benefits from manufacturers, many retail sales presentations can be dry and boring....