Retailers Look for Legislative Support in Addressing Government Regulations

A recent Gallup poll found compliance with gov. regulations is an increasing concern for today’s retailers.

Mobile Marketing a Crucial Part to Holiday Shopping

More people in the U.S. are using a mobile device to aid in their in holiday and every day shopping.

Rise in Retail and Small Business Hires

July marked an addition of 50,000 employees to the payroll of small businesses nationwide, including independent retailers.

Retailer Giant Killers

In recent interviews given by Stephen Denny, author of the newly released business management novel, Killing Giants, he explains the universal idea behind the story of David and Goliath. “It is common understanding that we are all being asked to do more with less, and it doesn’t matter what industry or country you are from.” [...]

Bye Bye Cash Register. Hello Tablet!

Using software platforms, with the necessary features, to handle all POS needs on the service-side, allows small business owners to focus on growing their businesses.

Retailers Advised to Update Hiring Process

Retailers hope to find an employee, temporary or permanent, who is dedicated and customer friendly when on the job.

Small Business Book: Guide to Toppling Chain Store Giants

Independent retailers and small businesses encouraged to face and fight chain store competition.

Celebrating Local Biz

National Independent Retailers Week, scheduled this year for July 17-23, celebrates the uniqueness that a locally owned business brings to a community. Independent retailers know that money spent in a locally owned business stays in the community much longer, because the local business owner purchases more supplies, equipment, and inventory from other area businesses. As [...]

Survey Finds Small Businesses Have Big Marketing, Expansion Plans for 2011

Despite a slowdown last year, small businesses see opportunity and growth, and are planning to expand accordingly.

New Study Sheds Light on Small and Midsize Business Decision-Making

Specialists came out ahead for those seeking advice on how to run their businesses better. What can you learn from them?

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