Next time you’re in Knoxville, Tennessee be sure to drop by the Longs Drug Store there! It is not owned by CVS (wonder if they even know about it.) They have fountain service like some of the Longs used to, the pharmacy is “great” and I hear they have some great pancakes as Read More…
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More About The Dollar Stores/Dreiling
Here’s a brief video with more on the merger between Family Dollar and Dollar Tree. It says they rejected Dollar General’s offer because they were too big, but it might have been who was doing the offering… They also mention that CVS may be interested in purchasing some of the store locations. CVS hasn’t bought Read More…
Sadly, Rick Dreiling has to keep working
Those of you who worked for Longs will remember Rick Dreiling, who came aboard with Warren Bryant and promised the world but eventually helped get the company ready for sale to CVS. Last I heard, Warren was relaxing on the beach with his $23 million buyout although apparently he’s been collecting even more money Read More…
Companies with the Best Customer Service
Not surprising who tops this list, I use them often and their service truly is top notch. The top 3 are all web-based which again, should not come as much of a surprise. Not sure I agree with Target at #16 though. When I’m looking for an employee to help they usually dart around the Read More…
Another retailer bites the dust…
Not a brick and mortar retailer, but we’ve all heard of them and don’t lie, you’ve thought about buying something from them at some point in time. And personally, I’ve always wanted to make a phone call underwater. 10 Things You Won’t Be Able To Do Anymore If SkyMall Goes Away | Mental Floss.
So This is What Black Friday Looks Like
If you’ve never been to a Black Friday sale (I never have, and probably never will) you MUST watch this video. At 3:30 or so you can see people tearing through plastic wrap and I feel sorry for the employees working in the store at 4:13.
Back From The Dead
A little over 5 years ago, Rite-Aid stock was trading at 22 cents and rumors were swirling that they would be bought out by the other major chains. They were always considered the doormats of the drug store industry. As Twain was purported to have said (but didn’t actually say), rumors of their death Read More…
Does your CEO make $1.00 a year?
Great video about John Mackey, the CEO of Whole Foods. Tells a lot about why they’re successful, especially his comment about “The Golden Rule.” I wish more companies thought the same way. His salary is set at $1.00 per year, which is about $12, 099,999 less than the CEO of my company (and most others.)
Longs Closed By Lava Flow
The lava flow that has been moving towards the town of Pahoa since last June has now sadly forced the Longs Drugs there to close down. Even though the store is owned by CVS it’s still been run as a Longs and will be greatly missed by the community although it’s uncertain if there will Read More…
Not On Target
You may have heard by now, but Target is pulling out of Canada, closing 133 stores. You may be wondering why it failed and here’s part of the reason why. It amazes me that a company can make such a colossal blunder. Target closing in Canada: These pictures show why it failed..