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10 Trusty Tools for Your Tool Belt

tools

You probably always have your favorite hammer, your trusty jigsaw and your adjustable wrench all within arm’s reach, but don’t forget some other critical tools to help your business blow the competition out of the water. Check out this list …

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10 Blasts From Hardware Retailing’s Past

hardware retailing

Over more than a century, Hardware Retailing has adapted to the times to help independent retailers like you stay on the forefront of emerging industry trends and technology to find new paths to success. From profiles of enterprising young retailers …

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10 Ways to Conquer a New Location

store expansion

Earlier this year, Scott Ward, co-owner of the Fix and Feed family of farm and hardware stores, opened a store in Quinlan, Texas, which is the company’s fourth location in the state. While you don’t need superpowers to pull off …

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10 Retail Lessons From Great Recipes for Your Business

retail lessons

On the surface, you might not think great recipes can teach you much about how to run your independent home improvement business. In fact, your family’s cherished recipes provide fantastic insights into the finer points of retail excellence. Review these …

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10 Lessons From Weather for Life and Retail

weather

You’re accustomed to having seasonal weather impact your operation’s sales, but have you thought about the lessons you can learn from storms and sunny days alike? Weather is unpredictable, and the elements you can’t control provide reminders that are applicable …

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10 Ways to Improve Your Carbon Footprint

recycling bin

Lowering your carbon footprint isn’t just good for the environment; it could also save you money. Many shoppers may even favor a retailer who shows a desire to recycle or reduce energy usage. Here are 10 ways your business can …

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10 Things Hardware Retailers Can Learn From Dollar Stores

dollar store

The retail industry is facing challenges, with large chain stores declaring bankruptcy or shopping malls shrinking. Amid all these changes and shifting consumer preferences, one type of retail outlet continues to grow and thrive—dollar store chains. Although independent hardware and …

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10 Business Tips You Can Learn From Baseball

Business Tips

Click the picture to download a PDF of this story. The Major League Baseball playoffs are in full swing, and fans are gathering to watch their favorite teams compete for a spot in the World Series. Baseball is full of strategy, but …

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