We’re living longer, but that doesn’t mean you can put off planning for your store’s future Recently the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention produced a paper called “Death in the United States, 2017.” While this might seem to be a morbidly unusual article, please bear with me because this
In our agrarian past, every farmer wanted 10 sons because all that free labor meant he could have a much bigger farm. The patriarch not only controlled the family business, he also generally controlled the career choices his children were allowed to make. That trend has persisted in modern family
…and what it takes to be a winner Remember this year’s Super Bowl? Remember how it only took the New England Patriots 20 minutes to transform themselves from the most hated professional football team to comeback darlings and heroes for the ages? Midway through the third quarter, with the Atlanta
(and what you can learn from it) The lure of the family business is powerful. I live in North Carolina, a state whose allegiance to NASCAR is like no other. In NASCAR, the predominant form of organization is the family-owned business—or at least the private, closely held businesses. However, just
Understanding where your store is on its journey can help you grow. Bobby Martin has never owned a home furnishings store, but I bet a lot of home furnishings retailers can learn from him. Martin built his first company, First Research, up to the point where he could sell it
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, the success of a retail furniture business hinges on a well-structured and effective digital marketing
As of 2024, content marketing strategies have evolved significantly, shaped by technological advancements and changing audience behaviors. Here are the
A digital marketing plan outlines strategic online tactics that determine how you promote your products, services, and brand online. With
Has your social media presence become stale? Are you looking for new ways to engage your audience? Social media platforms
On March 19th, the Home Furnishings Association (HFA) hosted a thrilling regional meetup at Madison Square Garden in the heart
Drive Traffic with Data Insights There is untapped potential for driving traffic to your store by using the data you collect. Industry experts will share
Evaluating the Cost of Delivery Join leading industry experts who will share insights on key cost drivers, efficiency measures, technology usage, and outsourcing options for
