So here’s a fun one. CVS sells a homeopathic constipation relief medicine with is essentially 40 proof alcohol. The only ingredients listed are ethanol 20% and purified water, which makes it more potent than alcohol or beer. A blogger purchased 6 bottles ($36, about the same as a bar tab) and got 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.
Walgreens Is Buying Rite-Aid
There’s been rumors of something like this for years (including some of CVS buying Rite-Aid) but Walgreens has pulled the trigger and if the regulatory people approve it (which isn’t a given) it will make it only 2 behemoths left in the drug store industry. Rite-Aid has made a tremendous turnaround Read More…
Halloween Candy That Needs to Be Banned
Only one more week until the kids come out and collect their bounty. Here’s a list from Guff.com of some candy that should never cross your mind to buy when you’re shopping. Sadly, we sell # 4, 5, 6, 10 and 11 at CVS in Halloween packaging so there are going to be some kids Read More…
Sunday Soapbox–Retail Can Be Frustrating At Times
I spotted this at a CVS this week. And copy machines do break down, but I thought it was great that the person that made the store had to vent their frustration about how often it breaks down on the sign. It’s not that big of a deal anyway, hardly anyone uses them and in Read More…
Fresh & Easy begins closing down stores
Another one bites the dust. Not really that surprising after the number of times it’s been said that they’re failing and I doubt it will make a huge impact in the industry, but they did sell a few things that I can’t find anywhere else and they were pretty convenient. Yet another Read More…
You Think YOU’RE Having a Bad Day?
The next time someone tells you about their bad day at work, just refer them to this video. It also makes me understand why they have training on how to operate forklifts. And remind me never to work in a wine store.
A Little Girl Who Is Obsessed With CVS Had A CVS-Themed Birthday
Okay so this warmed and broke my heart at the same time. Such a cute little girl, and happy to see that she had fun at her birthday party, but a CVS-themed party? Where has this mom been taking her kid? I’m guessing not to Disneyland, the zoo, the movies, the park, Read More…
PEPSI PERFECT IS NOW A REAL THING
Yo, McFly! Of course you knew Pepsi would take advantage of this and create a limited edition of Pepsi Perfect, and of course you knew that it will probably become a huge seller. The hoverboards predicted in BTTF: Part 2 are getting close, although we’re still a ways away from flying cars. And in case you’re Read More…
Now They Have Porn At Target Too!
So first Target says they’re going to let customers drink beer and wine while they shop, and now they’re playing porn over the store intercom! They are definitely trying to improve the overall shopping experience. What’s next, hookers at Customer Service? Warning–somewhat graphic, cover your ears. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=he_LCcPBhLE
13 questions you may have to answer if you want to work at Walmart
So recently I told you about some of the trickiest interview questions and how to answer them, but to work at Walmart you don’t need to know how many window washers are in Chicago or how many golf balls fit into a bus. You do however, have to know what to do if a Read More…