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5 Ways to Increase Sales

Increase sales? Yes, please. The funny thing about increasing sales is that it doesn’t always take a huge change in your store to do this. Often you have the inventory, the people and the opportunity to do this…... [read more]

5 Best Practices of Indie Retail Owners

Every entrepreneur knows that the lights don’t off at 5pm each day. Work continues 24/7 since thoughts, ideas, networking, opportunities and more always exist – and certainly surprise us sometimes, as well. To... [read more]

Weekend Ideas To Help Store Owners Thrive

It’s Friday… and that means the weekend is almost here! Yet for many store owners and retail associates, there is not really a “break” in their day-to-day lives since it’s likely they work weekends…... [read more]

Understanding Closeouts & Liquidation Merchandise

First thing is first – let’s discuss just exactly what closeout merchandise is and liquidation sales. Closeouts are available in many product categories, including clothing, home decor, footwear, accessories,... [read more]

Topics to Discuss At Employee Meetings

Any good store manager knows that bringing your team together for a meeting means creating more than just a meeting – but an opportunity to engage, learn, inspire and grow from. When planned accordingly, store meetings... [read more]

Social Media For Social… Sales?

Everyday, people tweet, post, “like”, “friend”, follow and engage  in various social media outlets. The question is… why? Is it to get to know more people? Is it to stay in touch with old friends?... [read more]

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Sneak Peak Of Retail Minded Premiere Issue!

The premiere issue of Retail Minded is in the mail and on it’s way to susbribers and retail leaders... [read more]

Single Issue, Subscibtions & Group Rates Available for RM Magazine

Retail Minded is excited to deliver the PREMIERE ISSUE of Retail Minded Magazine in early February! Single... [read more]

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