by Devin Partida Getting to the point where you can extend your small business’s reach is exciting because it means you have had enough successes and learning opportunities to grow into something even bigger. Even though you may be ready to take your brand to the next level, you also may be asking yourself where […]
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Inflation Boosting the Secondhand Market
Gen Z and Millennials are planning to buy more secondhand clothing due to rising costs, which now puts secondhand items as one of the fastest-growing online activities. “In our report, we looked into how Gen Z is emerging as a sustainable generation, since climate change is at the top of their concerns. They are also […]
Momentum Continues After OFFPRICE Show
The 55th OFFPRICE Show, held between August 6-9th 2022 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, kicked-off the summer edition of Las Vegas Fashion Week. Retailers of all sizes came to source excess inventory that is hitting the market to fill gaps in their open-to-buy dollars and preview resort and early spring merchandise. Revolutionizing the […]
Small Business Giving Back to Underserved Communities
Both Brittanie and Luper used to do volunteer work for the local community, so they have always been involved and showcased a desire to lend a helping hand to the surrounding area. Luper launched his entrepreneurial career in 2012 when he opened his first insurance agency. Starting with zero clients and a will to succeed, […]
How to Avoid ERP System Pitfalls
Implementing an ERP system, or even an OMS, is a major undertaking for a retail business with a mixed bag of typical outcomes. Half (49%) of firms have experienced a major implementation challenge or failure when adopting the DIY approach within the last 12 months — highlighting why it is often a failure waiting to […]
Using Blockchain to Grow Your Business
Web3 is the version of the internet where you can not only read and write, but also own. As to what this could mean for your business, decentralization is at the heart of this evolution. Digital wallets are the key to web3 access, as they allow users to send and receive digital assets like cryptocurrencies […]
5 Tips to Boost Ecommerce Conversions
Each step of the ecommerce process, from searching for products to checkout, carries a risk of retailers losing a sale. “Having all of the information available on the listings page so they can make informed purchases is an increasing trend that promotes conversions.” “It is very crucial for stores to have a one click checkout.” […]
Success Tips for Food & Beverage Wholesale Distribution
The best performing food and beverage wholesalers know that growing revenue only through new customer acquisition is not an efficient way to scale. Growing revenue by keeping low churn using up-sells, cross-sells, and expanded use is a most profitable way to scale. Maintaining consistent and accurate pricing across channels can be difficult and costly. If […]
8 Entrepreneurial Myths Debunked
Entrepreneurs are full-time developers and learners, and their time is dedicated by cash flow. Entrepreneurship is more about seeing things through. Ultimately, what starts out feeling risky will begin to feel normal. Do not be afraid to let go of ideas that do not work, make money or drive revenue. Small businesses prove to be […]
Improve Retail Pop-Up Experiences with Technology
“Without effective technological solutions, pop-up retail can be an exercise in frustration for both vendors and customers.” “Pop-ups used to be very one-offy, so you could get away with offering just the basics with average colors and products, but now they are more common and the competition is fierce.” “Some retailers haven’t started to embrace […]