Here’s a story from the Boston Globe about Bernie Sanders attacking Walmart’s family, who apparently has more wealth than the bottom 40% of the U.S. population. While that is a scary statistic, the writer correctly points out that he shouldn’t be attacking Walmart per se, but rather the economic system we have Read More…
Author: RetailGuy
I have worked in retail for over 40 years. I've seen the good, the bad, the ugly, and the completely unbelievable.
Sunday Soapbox–A Great Solution To Stop Telemarketers!
I do enjoy purchasing online, but there is nothing more annoying than getting phone calls from telemarketers. I have actually turned off my land line because the only people calling it were telemarketers and CVS letting me know my prescription is ready. There are “Do-Not-Call” lists, which I have joined, but Read More…
Another Technology is Dying
So a few years back the incandescent light bulb, which had been the primary lighting source for generations, was phased out in favor of CFL (Compact Fluorescent Light) bulbs. They were more expensive but lasted a lot longer, although I never really warmed up to the odd shape if it was in Read More…
13 Fast Food Items to Avoid, According to Employees
I am proud to say that my instincts for self-survival must be pretty good because I’ve never actually ordered any of these other than an occasional popcorn at the movies and hot dogs at a baseball game. I still remember the ads (I think from Burger King) that said “What part of the chicken Read More…
25 Foods You’ll Never Be Able To Eat Again
This list is actually 4 years old, and interestingly enough, some of the items have made a comeback since then, so you will be able to eat them again. Crispy M and M’s apparently didn’t sell in a blue package, but have returned in a green package. Surge Cola has also Read More…
Walmart’s Outdated Management Style Is Failing Customers
This article talks about how Walmart hasn’t updated their management style to keep up with today’s customers. I would suggest that it’s not just Walmart, but the majority of retailers who don’t get it either. As the writer says, customers are focused on convenience and good service, and cutting hours (both store hours and labor Read More…
How To Lose Your Girlfriend at the Grocery Store
This guy decides to follow his girlfriend around the grocery store and annoy her with grocery puns. She has the patience of a saint. If they are still together, they must truly be in love.
Now This Guy Knows How To Shop
The European electronics store Media Markets gave one man the greatest deal of all time this past October. Kreeg Wannes had 100 seconds to grab whatever he could from the store without the use of a cart to help carry the products. His method of getting the items to the target area in time was genius and Read More…
If Everyone You Meet is An Asshole…
One of my favorite shows was Justified and there’s a classic line on there that the star of the show says to a guy that everyone knows is a jerk. “If you wake up in the morning and see an asshole, you’ve seen an asshole. But if everyone you see is an Read More…
The Worst Snacks of Our Childhood
I’m not sure if I’m not part of the right generation or what, but I have to vehemently disagree with a lot of the items on this list from Guff.com. These are great snacks! Who among us has never squirted a can of cheese on a cracker and savored the delicate flavor? And speaking Read More…