Today I did a planogram for shampoo and there are about 50 different SKU’s of Head and Shoulders. When I started in retail, there were two–shampoo, and conditioner. The newest one promises “Instant Relief” which makes me wonder if the dandruff flakes explode off your head after you put it on. No wonder our customers Read More…
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Top Retail Trends
Here’s one take on the trends in retail for the coming year. Retrofitting the Marketing function Emphasizing “store theatrics” Amplifying shopper connectivity Integrating buy online, pick up in store Focusing on shopper interactions Optimizing store format Is your company doing any of these? My store has no wi-fi, no online pickup and the “store Read More…
Employees Who Steal
I was once told that 5% of your employees are there to steal no matter what, 5% would NEVER steal no matter what, and the other 90% may or may not steal depending on need and how they are treated. It’s been my experience that those numbers are accurate. According to Jack Hayes International, One Read More…
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The Worst Retail Companies to Work For
The Worst Retail Companies to Work For. #19, #27 and #42 all have something in common.
20 great workplaces in retail
20 great workplaces in retail. I don’t see any drug store chains listed here. 🙂
The 30 Worst Things About Working in Retail
The 30 Worst Things About Working in Retail. This is the best list ever. If you don’t identify with at least 20 of these, you never worked in retail.