This popular presentation, presented by Dan Tratensek, publisher of Hardware Retailing magazine, offers tips and advice for retailers on how to stay ahead of the big-box competition. Topics include management and operations, employee training, promotions and marketing, merchandising and more. …
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Seven Ways to Make Your Special Event a Success
Sunny days mean people want to get out and about and spend some extra time outdoors. Offer events that will get people to your business. Here are some tips to help you plan your special event: Define your goals for …
Read More »Six Ways to Create the Perfect Endcap
Some of the most valuable real estate space in your store lies in a narrow display at the end of a gondola run: The endcap. But whether your customers stop and look at the items you place there or just …
Read More »Community Minded: Giving Back to Your Community
This presentation outlines ways retailers can create a strong presence in their communities. Topics include developing partnerships, using events to cross-market, reaching out to local schools and government officials, sharing your business and leadership skills and more. View this presentation
Read More »Seasonal Selling: Getting Ready for Fall
To watch the full video, click here. This presentation shows retailers how they can keep the momentum of the summer selling season going into the fall. It also featured retailer panelists Chris Hughes of Hardware Plus in Osceola, Ind., and …
Read More »Home Depot Workshops to Help Customers Weather Hurricane Season
As one of several preemptive measures Home Depot is taking in preparation for 2013 hurricane activity, the company is launching a single-day effort to prepare residents in storm-prone regions. On July 27, Home Depot will host free Hurricane Preparedness Workshops at more than …
Read More »PlanItDIY Looking for Retailers to Blog Stories, Insights and Advice
At PlanItDIY.com, we are always looking for great retailer bloggers who can tell us more about what’s going on behind-the-scenes at their stores, what their customers are up to and what projects they’re working on in their homes or stores. …
Read More »Make New Neighbors Your Newest Customers
Want to welcome new neighbors to your community, and at the same time build loyal relationships? Consider offering a move-in packet or folder with in-store discounts and community information. Remember, new homeowners are likely to spend a significant amount of …
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