Some of you may remember the Temptations’ hit song, “Ball of Confusion,” or maybe Prince’s “Let’s Go Crazy.” Aside from being hits, these songs’ titles also seem to sum up the way many Americans are feeling about Affordable Care Act …
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Data Breach! Don’t Become the Next Target
Odds are, you will or maybe already have been a victim. You may not even know it. As more retailers utilize technologically advanced retail systems, both online and in store, customers are growing more and more at risk for having …
Read More »Five Ways to Maximize Your Supplier Rep Relationships to Improve Performance
It’s just what you needed, another appointment with a supplier rep who wants to stop in next week for a visit. It’s hard enough to find time to dedicate to the lengthening list of to-dos you committed to earlier in …
Read More »12 Reasons Why Employee Training Fails
Most of the money and time companies spend on training is wasted. That’s because the majority of companies use outdated training ideas and boring training methods. Training that is poorly presented goes in one ear and out the other. It’s …
Read More »Help Employees Keep an Eye on Shoplifters
Although most customers are honest, unfortunately, there may be a time you suspect someone of trying to shoplift from your store. One of the best ways to keep potential thieves at bay is to make sure your employees are aware …
Read More »Three Ways to Market Your Store’s Pricing to Your Advantage
There are several marketing strategies you as an independent retailer can use to your advantage when it comes to pricing. Read about three below: Establish a Price Image First, take a step back and look at the big picture. What …
Read More »Win at Retail: Build a Great Staff
“You have great employees,” is the comment I want to hear most from customers. It goes right to the heart of a strategy that is essential to compete in today’s volatile retail environment. Customers’ expectations are higher than ever. Whether …
Read More »Know the Basics of Forklift Training Safety
This 142-page training presentation from Compliance and Safety LLC, a supplier of safety training videos, encompasses a lot more than just the forklift itself. It also covers OSHA standard requirements that involve areas around forklift operation. Click here to download the presentation.
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