Retail Adventures

JANUARY 1, 2024

Welcome to 2024, a brand new year to make your store a stand out! Keep customers coming back for more with these non-stop traffic-building, profit-producing, attention-grabbing, sales-generating, competition-miffing, customer-winning strategies every retailer should embrace: Windows that Wow 1. Carry that theme throughout the store.

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Retail Adventures

OCTOBER 24, 2023

If your store is full of the latest product, but your sales are in a rut it, it could be because your customers are bored. They come to your store not just to buy – they come for ideas and inspiration. The Target Syndrome Think about the last time you shopped at a Target store. How much did you spend? The Inhibitors.

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Retail Adventures

DECEMBER 1, 2020

You have closed your store, reopened, pivoted 27 times, and have figured out new ways to grow sales and to get product to your customers. Each of these five easy to implement ideas will help you entice hurried, uncertain of what to do, customers to buy. They also remind shoppers of the task at hand and put them in gift giving mode.

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Retail Adventures

AUGUST 8, 2023

When we mystery shop we carefully examine the operational categories in the store, and then rate each one on a scale of 1 to 10. Send someone you trust to a public place near your store to ask people if they can recommend a good (whatever you sell) store. Mystery shop your store. How are the store windows?

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Retail Adventures

JULY 13, 2021

Before the pandemic, when things were “normal”, customers shopped in strange patterns and their choices were not divided equally among retailers. That hasn’t changed, so if you want to attract more customers to your store you need to do more. A Re Open Open House is a good idea, so is a Grand Reopening. Start here: 1.

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

AUGUST 18, 2023

As summer vacations wind down and the anticipation of a new school year grows, retailers are gearing up with back-to-school retail ideas for the annual shopping rush. This critical period not only marks the return to classrooms but also signifies a significant revenue opportunity for businesses in the retail sector.

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Retail Adventures

MAY 3, 2021

Store owners and managers should do a 360 Degree Pass-By each morning before unlocking the doors for business; store associates should do this exercise each day at the beginning of their shift. Begin outside of your store. Does the store front require paint or repair? Here’s how: 1. Are your windows clean?

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Retail Adventures

MARCH 27, 2023

Store owners and managers should do a 360 Degree Pass-By each morning before unlocking the doors for business; store associates should do this exercise each day at the beginning of their shift. Begin outside of your store. Does the store front require paint or repair? Here’s how: 1. Are your windows clean?

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Retail Adventures

AUGUST 25, 2021

Our world has changed as of late but that doesn’t mean that shoppers don’t expect as much as they did pre-pandemic. Now they expect even more, craving a memorable experience each time they visit your store. Continue to keep store associates and shoppers safe by following the COVID-19 mandates as required by your state.

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Indigo 9 Digital

JUNE 9, 2022

There are many different theories about how the in-store shopping experience will change over the next decade. One of the areas several retailers are focusing on is the fitting room. If you have ever tried anything on in a store you know this is an area just waiting to be revamped. Personalized shopping recommendations.

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CJ Retail Solutions

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Importance of retail store installation and design 1.2 Overview of expert tips to enhance retail spaces Understanding Your Brand Identity 2.1 Balancing product displays and open space 3.3 Importance of proper lighting in retail settings 4.2 Implementing eye-catching displays and focal points 5.3

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Shopper Intelligence

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

But what happens in-store? Now that we see how relevant the World Foods category is nowadays for shoppers, let’s take a look at our survey data! Now that we see how relevant the World Foods category is nowadays for shoppers, let’s take a look at our survey data! How do British shoppers buy World Foods in supermarkets?

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Retail Minded

OCTOBER 1, 2023

In this era of the “Retail Renaissance,” independent retailers are in a prime position to carve their niche in the market through innovative marketing ideas and concepts. The fusion of digital technology, experiential engagement, and personalized narratives empowers these retailers to thrive.

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Retail Adventures

JULY 1, 2020

Even when things were “normal”, customers shopped in strange patterns, and their choices tend not to be divided equally among retailers. A ReOpen Open House is a good idea, so is a Grand Reopening. Remember, in-store events do not always automatically equate to running a sale, although that’s an option. Start here: 1.

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Retail Adventures

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

When we mystery shop we carefully examine the operational categories in the store, and then rate each one on a scale of 1 to 10. When we mystery shop we carefully examine the operational categories in the store, and then rate each one on a scale of 1 to 10. Ask a friend to mystery shop your store. How are the store windows?

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 26, 2020

We’ve got just the thing with these simple guidelines for boosting that lifetime value, while also putting in some best practices that’ll entice new shoppers. In the ecommerce space, a positive experience is often linked to how easy it is to use your store. Clearly display your trust signals on payment pages.

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Retail Adventures

MARCH 21, 2022

The word “eclectic” has been used to describe all sorts of things but perhaps its best use is to describe Leon & Lulu , Mary Liz Curtin’s wonderfully kinetic store located in Clawson, Michigan. The store is named for their family pets, Leon the cat and Lulu, his rottweiler pal. It is simply an amazing store with an amazing story.

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Small Biz Trends

JULY 6, 2022

There are tons of mobile business ideas that can be done on your own time and with little startup costs. The Mobile Retail Business Industry in 2022. The mobile retail business industry includes any business that moves to various locations. Best Mobile Business Ideas in 2022. More Ideas for Starting a Mobile Business.

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Independent Retailer

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, technology played a huge role in enhancing customer shopping experiences and making retail owners’ lives easier. In-Store Digital Signage. Virtual Store Associates. Wholesale Central has gathered all of these top trends from some of the leading experts in the industry just for our readers.

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Wiser

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Whether your job duties fall under sales operations, retail execution, account management, merchandising, or something similar—these daily challenges likely sound familiar. 1: Lack of In-Store Visibility. That idea is central to the first problem we’ll discuss: a lack of in-store visibility. Sales Operation Problem No.

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Indigo 9 Digital

JANUARY 27, 2023

Amazon is now the largest retailer of clothing in the United States, ahead of Walmart. When you think of popular clothing retailers like lululemon, Zara or H&M their apparel sales do not even come close to Amazon’s. Rebuilding this through its stores and website is proving difficult. These stores display one of each style.

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Retail Adventures

JUNE 4, 2020

The COVID-19 shutdown put retailers at a disadvantage and now everyone is playing catch up. In addition to keeping associates and customers safe via the guidelines imposed by your state and community, you still have a store to run. Here are some of the areas to keep at the top of your To-Do List: You have Two Stores Now.

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Retail Adventures

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Much of our time each year is spent visiting retailers, interacting with shoppers, and perusing stores. The retailers we meet can be placed in one of three categories: Those who get it, those who don’t, and those who never will. Retailers who get it are golden, they will always find their way to grow and thrill shoppers.

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Retail Adventures

JULY 7, 2023

Jayna Gedney wants you to be able to smell her store’s website. Jayna is the store manager of Ben Franklin Crafts & Frame Shop in Monroe, Washington. The store is owned by the Taylor family, established in 1975 by Adrian and Deanna Taylor. The two stores are creative industry stalwarts. Taylor, their son.

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Retail Adventures

JULY 22, 2022

To be a successful retailer today, you must do more than just sell “stuff”; you need to create experiences that touch customers’ hearts and minds as well as their wallets. Plan for two kinds of in-store events: Major and Minor. You need to host one major in-store event and two to three minor events each month.

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Retail Adventures

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

We know that in retail everything you do has to be done with the consumer in mind, and the consumer is continuously changing. They are doing things over in style, they know what they want and they actively seek retailers and brands who are willing to give it to them. It has remained one of our most requested topics ever since.

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Wiser

MARCH 16, 2021

Do you have questions about eCommerce retail? What can be done to optimize your eCommerce shopper journey to increase sales and capture more happy customers? Wiser customers can expand visibility, increase revenues and drive growth with their entire suite of in-store and online tools. We have a recording of the webinar below.

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Retail Times

MARCH 30, 2021

Stockouts almost always make it to the “worst nightmare” lists of retailers, and for good reason. Shoppers often feel let down when you don’t have what they’re looking for, and the last thing you want is to disappoint customers. Not ready for a full retail management solution? Inaccurate data. How can you address this?

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Rangeme

JULY 13, 2022

And it’s thriving – much like Instant Biologics, which has landed business from a half-dozen large retail chains including Target and 1-800 Flowers (and is currently onboarding another half-dozen). Their brand, Instant Plant Food , consists of tablets that dissolve in water and provide all the nutrients a plant needs for three months.

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Rangeme

MARCH 23, 2022

Years ago, when I spotted a bunch of them in a display as I was in line at my local CVS, I just had to get one. Ever since, the fidget spinner has been there to help me make it through long meetings, endure endless calls with family members, and has even helped me focus as I work through a challenging blog post headline. It’s not easy.

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Retail Adventures

JANUARY 4, 2022

We know because we shop all sorts of independent stores every year, and even when the customer care is better than what we find in most chain stores, it isn’t always the best. Believe it or not, the customers’ experience in your store is even more important than the product you sell. Know thy customers.

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Retail Next

APRIL 1, 2021

. . In my first blog post, “ The Relevance of Physical Retail in the Customer Channel ,” available on empatheticmachines.org , I spoke about the relevance of physical retail today as well as introduced the idea of the Customer Channel. In particular, let’s discuss how tech is transforming physical retail.

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Retail Adventures

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Shoppers these days are pretty vocal about what they like, and expect, from a trip to the store. Sure, there are the expected complaints about service, but more and more we are hearing consumers complain about the in-store experience being underwhelming and too much of the same-old, same-old. How easy is this?

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Retail Adventures

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Your store must participate on Black Friday. Your store must participate on Black Friday. So, regardless of what you sell, or the size of your store, you need to participate either in-store, online or both. Walmart has also said that all of its deals will begin online and later be available in-store.

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Medallion Retail

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Shops reopening, retailers and other businesses optimistic that consumers would soon return with enthusiasm to. The post New In-Store Challenges: How labor shortages and supply chain issues require different thinking in store appeared first on Medallion Retail.

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Retail Adventures

JANUARY 27, 2022

If we have learned anything from the pandemic it’s that independent retailers are highly resilient and can turn on a dime. While we can’t make the days longer, we can help with the tools necessary to help you plan your visual merchandising, the big part of your store that keeps shoppers interested. So what’s a retailer to do?

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Medallion Retail

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Did you ever wonder if perhaps your in-store signage and displays. The post The Anatomy and Purpose of an Endcap: 4 Brands That Have Turned This into an Art appeared first on Medallion Retail.

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