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In-store marketing is a critical and oft-overlooked marketing strategy for any size retailer. Successful retailers make their customer feel welcome and comfortable in their store, building repeat business and developing…
In business, it is essential to know the path just traveled. Most organizations take a look back at the preceding 1-2 months to evaluate their financial results and attempt to…
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So, "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!" The key to group sales is to market your store and products as a turnkey solution for a large gathering.…
In today's competitive economy, the fight is on for convenience store customers. While some tried-and-true c-store product categories have taken a hit in the past few years, one has continued…
One of the most significant changes in the labor market over the last decade is the notion of free agency within the marketplace. Gone are the days of staying with…
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"What we've got here is a failure to communicate" - from the movie, Cool Hand Luke Fire. Aim. Ready. If this is your communications plan.....you may want to read on. Amazingly, many companies do not…