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One in five retail workers plan to quit the retail industry

365 Retail

A new report by industry charity the Retail Trust has found that one in five (21%) British retail workers and nearly a third (31%) of people working for the UK’s biggest retailers are planning to quit the sector. Bakery shop owner discussing financial report with poor figures with sad shop assistant.

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How to solve employee attrition in retail

Retail Focus

Supermarkets have led the way in cutting costs with Tesco announcing plans to reduce its headcount by 2,000 in a restructure. Other businesses have gone the other way, offering more attractive wages and terms in a bid to attract new employees and retain existing ones. You can’t do that through staffroom memos or rushed team briefings.

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6 Keys to Empowering Store Associates During the Holiday Season

Retail TouchPoints

While the NRF has yet to release its total sales projections for the season, its early consumer research reveals that consumers plan to spend an average of $875 this holiday season, in line with the five-year average — and most of that money will be spent online. Put managers front and center. Create digital synergy.

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The Top 5 Retail Remix Episodes of 2023

Retail TouchPoints

Challenging an Established Category Episode title: “Why Babylist is Designing Shopping Experiences for the Entire Family” Guest: Natalie Gordon, Founder and CEO, Babylist About the Episode: When Natalie Gordon started Babylist, she wanted to provide the knowledge, guidance and support she was seeking when pregnant with her first child.

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Wireless 5G Revolutionizing Retail

Retail TouchPoints

Ultimately, as more consumers return to in-store shopping, maximizing technology is key to creating the type of experience that will drive foot traffic and enhance in-store capabilities. He has an active role in the hiring and staff development process for front-line through Director-level employees.

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How Chipotle aims to attract Gen Z staff with next-gen benefits

Inside Retail

American fast-food chain Chipotle made headlines last Wednesday when it announced it would be providing updated benefits for its approximately 110,000 employees and the upcoming surge of workers it is planning to hire this year.

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Retail Management: Top Tips To Simplify Operations And Achieve Your Business Goals

365 Retail

Having a partner that brings a wealth of experience can aid in strategic planning, ensuring financial sustainability during expansion phases. By understanding peak shopping times, you can adjust staffing levels accordingly. You’ll need to focus on creating an environment where customers can shop comfortably and with ease.