Favorite Things of Retail Minded

There is so much to learn about in the business of retail and wholesale. Where to start, who to trust, why to do something, when to say yes, when to say no…. the list goes on forever! At Retail Minded, we understand your frustration and likewise, your excitement, in keeping up with everything. To help you stay on track, learn a few new things and just for your own FYI, here are some things we think you should know about it.

POOL Trade Show

Are you an emerging designer and tired of just selling to friends, family and local boutiques? Take it up a notch and apply to the POOL Trade Show to showcase your product! Held in Las Vegas bi-annually, POOL was founded to support emerging brands and the boutique retail marketplace. They take a dedicated interest in providing a well balanced assortment of designers, products and opportunities for retailers to purchase from. Learn more by visiting www.pooltradeshow.com.

Outright Bookkeeping & Tax Support

Does bookkeeping leave you with headaches and confusion? How about taxes? With Outright, an online software solution for bookkeeping and small business taxes, what use to be hard is now super easy. Their FREE (yes, that’s right, FREE) online program can make your dreaded chores the easy part of your to-do list. Learn by visiting www.outright.com.

Media Bistro

Everyone wants press. And why wouldn’t you? Media Bistro helps support publicity professionals, as well as retailers and wholesalers like yourself who are trying to be their own PR professionals. Their blogs are great, they offer grammar lessons (so important when pitching your business), freelancers are listed on this site that may be able to help you and so much more. Check them out at www.mediabistro.com.

Retail Adventures Blog

If you haven’t heard of KIZER & BENDER yet, you will. Attend a retail expo, convention or seminar and it’s likely they will be speakers at the event! But in case you aren’t lucky enough to meet this duo face to face, no worries. Their retail blog, titled Retail Adventures, is a fun, informative blog about retail and all the aspects it entails. From how customers shop to what the big dogs (Walmart, Disney World, etc.) are up to, they will keep you informed – and laughing along the way. Visit their Retail Adventures blog at http://kizerandbender.blogspot.com/.

Have your own “favorites” right now? Let us know! Please comment below.