Looking to drive profitability, attract new customers and diversify your independent retail business? Adding luxury appliances to your mix could be the answer to all your questions.
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The Enduring Attraction of In-Store Shopping
Despite the convenience of ordering with just a few clicks, recent research shows that consumers continue to seek the unique experience offered by in-store shopping.
What’s in Your Service Toolbox?
The tools needed to run an efficient and effective appliance service business extend beyond the ones found in a typical workbench. Service Leaders Network can provide access to the business tools required to repair a business or take you to the next level.
How to Put the Customer at the Center of the Mattress Shopping Experience
There are hundreds of possible reasons why a customer is in your store looking for a new mattress. But if you focus on the top five problems, you can help solve most of your customers’ sleep issues and help them select a new mattress that is just right for them.
Advanced Data Segmentation: More Meaningful Marketing, Real Results
Customer data can provide the answers to many questions about who your customers are, what motivates them to buy and more. But it’s what you do with that data that makes all the difference.
Diversify and Differentiate with Emerging Appliance Brands
Independent retailers would be wise to diversify their business by adding new brands, products and verticals to their offerings. It’s a strategy that, during cyclical downturns, can help protect your business.
A Behind the Scenes Look at the ENERGY STAR® Program
The ENERGY STAR label is more than just a sticker on a box. Dive deep into the program, the incentives provided, how standards are set and more.
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128: Don’t Let the News Fool You on CE Retail
Unlike their Big Box counterparts, Independent dealers in the consumer electronics industry — especially Members of Nationwide Marketing Group — are doing well. Are there challenges? Of course. But there’s plenty to be excited about in the CE retail industry.
127: Recapping Regional Member Meetings with Mike Whitaker
We love getting out and seeing our Members whenever we get the chance. Waiting six months in between PrimeTime shows just doesn’t cut it anymore, which is why Nationwide recently held its second slate of Regional Member Meetings. This past June, we had stops in Minneapolis, Sacramento, Philadelphia and Indianapolis. Nationwide’s Mike Whitaker jumps into the podcast to talk about all the great networking and education that took place.
126: Catching Up with Kelly’s Home Center
Over the last few years, Kelly’s Home Center has seen its retail footprint grow. We talk with second- and third-generation owners Jeff and Scott Kelly about the business, what’s working, and what they’ve learned through their acquisitions.
125: Upgrading the Cooking Experience with Cooksy
Launched at KBIS 2022, Cooksy is an innovative gadget that’s designed to be your digital sous chef. Andreas Hansen, part of the Cooksy team, shares what excites him about getting the product into the Independent retail channel.
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