Retailers Turn Their Gaze Toward Christmas

Now that back-to-school sales are winding down, retail operators are setting their sights on the next big push: Christmas. According to Reuters, “shoppers are likely to disappear again until Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, which traditionally starts off holiday buying.” One analyst noted that consumers saved up for the back-to-school buying time, and might well be doing the same now in anticipation of the holiday. “You are going to see a lot of purchases being made during the last week before Christmas,” one analyst said. For... 

Opinion: “Shopper Marketing” Can Boost Sales

UK blogger “Dr. Retail” has posted some interesting thoughts on how selling to the “shopper” and not the “consumer” can result in improved sales not matter what your business. “In times of change, when shoppers will be thinking harder about every item they put in their basket, such understanding is more critical than ever,” James Haggas writes. Listing ten ways retailers can increase satisfaction and sales, Haggas offers some timely tips everyone can benefit from. To see his complete list of ideas, click HERE.  Read More →

Funny ID Cards and Licenses

Phoenix-based Galan Enterprises has seen much success lately with a line of gag ID cards and driver’s licenses. Made to look like the real thing, they also have a funny twist that make them fun purchases, which are hard for customers to resist. Although there are a few other companies selling these items, owner Bob Galan points out that no one is specializing in them as much, or doing so well, as his company. “We have popular ones for aliens, and one for Obama,” he says. “Actually, we have a couple for Obama: One that’s... 

Mini Signs from KC Creations

KC Creations Inc. has a new line of “On Board” and “Security” signs, featuring dog breeds, to celebrate man’s best friend. These new signs, made of yellow polyethylene, are 4 inches by 4 inches and are displayed with the help of a suction cup. The “On Board” signs can typically be displayed in car windows, and the “Security” signs in homes or apartments. There are over 100 dogs featured in these signs. The wholesale price for both new lines is $1.55 per unit, and suggested retail is $4....