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In This Month's GIFTBEATMay 2012
Want Profits? Focus On Inventory FlowWhat started for Margo Kopman as a desire to enjoy the "art of retailing" turned into a need to find the "science" for making her store profitable. Now Kopman helps others do the same. More >> How To Handle Negative Online ReviewsEver had customers write negative comments about your business online? Those who have say the reviews compelled them to change policies, from cell phone usage to bathrooms. Pin Your Tale On PinterestStatistics show that while a great many retailers have joined Pinterest, many are still sitting on the sidelines. Lori Webster of Webster's Fine Stationers urges her peers to adopt social media's new darling. Pump Up Sales With Daily GoalsA Virginia retailer decided to fire up employees — and her March numbers – with a daily incentive program. The result? It worked! |
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