Retail Planning: Do NOT Make Resolutions Yet!

This time of year we’re flooded with posts about New Year resolutions. And don’t get me wrong – I absolutely believe in setting goals, and in writing them down. That’s surely a step that increases success. But right now I’m asking you to NOT make any New Year’s Resolutions.  Not yet. There is something else you must do first. Look … Read More

Sell Your Duds Without a Discount!

sell your duds without a discount

Your day is just starting. Unlocking the door you walk into your dark, quiet store. You’re so used to your morning opening routine, that you don’t even have to think about what you are doing. You put your things in the back room, turn on the computer, put your float in the cash register, turn on the lights… And there … Read More

How do I get More Repeat Sales?

How do I get more repeat sales

As a store owner, a BIG part of your revenue comes from repeat sales. But are you getting enough of them? If I was a Magic Genie in a bottle who granted you three retail wishes, you might wish for: But… Since I’m NOT a Genie (sorry I really wish I was!), you’ll have to rely less on magic and … Read More

5 Retail Skills Your Team Must Know

You have worked hard to create great relationships with your raving fans. Those relationships can be easily damaged by lacking customer interaction skills from your team. You don’t want to lose any business that way.