We all do it. We all visit a store with a shopping list in hand and end up buying more than the items listed. This list abandonment happens for many reasons, but some of us — depending on age — …
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IGC Show Offers Discounts to NRHA Attendees
Are you interested in discovering thousands of new products in the lawn and garden category? Would you gain important business insights from speakers including Martha Stewart, educational sessions and networking with other professionals? The Independent Garden Center Show (IGC Show) will be offering all of these things …
Read More »Importance of Made in America Products
With July Fourth approaching, Americans are flying U.S. flags, finalizing parade and other event plans, buying fireworks and reflecting on their country’s heritage. This patriotic time is ideal for reminding your community of your identity as a local, hometown operation. …
Read More »Impulse Items
To download a PDF of this story, click here. To download the Impulse Selling Guide, visit hardwareretailing.com/sell-impulse. What Sells & How Do You Sell It? Whether it’s the pharmacy or the office supply store down the road, retailers use strategic merchandising when stocking their shelves …
Read More »Home Sweet Home Study
To download a PDF of this story, click here. Visit hardwareretailing.com/shoplocal to download the marketing material presented in this story or download holiday-themed signage. It’s a Fact: Shopping at Independent Home Improvement Retailers Builds Stronger Communities By Kate Klein, kklein@nrha.org and Sara Logel slogel@nrha.org Main Street used to serve as the go-to …
Read More »In-Store Experiences Are Still Relevant
More than ever, consumers are looking to brick-and-mortar stores for an experience that helps them validate their final purchasing decisions, despite their extensive online retail options. TimeTrade, an online appointment scheduling software company, recently conducted a survey of 1,029 consumers …
Read More »Compete on Pricing
To remain competitive in today’s home improvement industry, all facets of your business must be top-notch and meet the needs of your market. Offering excellent customer service, while important, will not overcome high prices and a limited product mix. Today’s …
Read More »Work Wear Selling Guide
The clothing and work wear category is diverse and provides shoppers a one-stop shop for all of their home improvement needs. In Hardware Retailing‘s June 2015 issue of the magazine, editors spoke with retailers who excel in the clothing category to identify the …
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