A Strategic Approach to Optimizing Performance Management In retail furniture, where customer preferences and market trends evolve rapidly, having the right people in the right roles is critical. Competency mapping is a strategic tool for identifying and aligning the skills, knowledge, and behaviors required for different roles, offers furniture retail
A Key Resource for Furniture Retailers Managing human resources can be a daunting challenge for small businesses and independent furniture retailers. Keeping up with ever-changing HR laws and regulations, handling compliance requirements, and addressing employee needs often require more time and expertise than many retailers can spare. Recognizing these challenges,
When it comes to providing health benefits for your employees, small businesses often face challenges like high costs and limited options. That’s where an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) comes in. ICHRA allows employers to reimburse their teams for individual health insurance plans and qualified medical expenses, giving employees
Let’s face it—keeping great employees isn’t easy in today’s competitive job market. Salaries are important, sure, but they’re not the whole story. You need to offer more to build a loyal, motivated team. And one of the best ways to do that? Health benefits. But if you’re a small business
Human Resources is ever-evolving. It’s our job to keep up with and stay ahead of the emerging human resource trends in the marketplace. For those at the top of their game, this requires the constant pursuit of information and practices that differentiate them from others. That requires “out-of-the-box” thinking. Most
Human resources management requires more than just managing day-to-day employee relations—it demands a deep understanding of laws, trends, and best practices that shape a compliant and inclusive workplace. For HR professionals, staying informed is not optional; it’s essential to safeguarding both the organization and its employees. This blog explores some
In the fast-paced world of retail home furnishings, the spotlight often shines brightest on the sales force, and rightly so—they’re the gladiators in the arena, bringing in the revenue that fuels growth. But, lurking behind the scenes is an unsung cohort critical to every organization’s sustained success—the back-end operations team.
Companies of all sizes typically think of hiring and training as two separate things – but it’s especially common in smaller companies where employee training often takes the form of learning on the job and from colleagues. We will share why we believe a business that directly connects hiring and
As business owners and managers, we understand the importance of consistently driving excellence within our organizations. After all, our success depends on the performance and contributions of our employees. One powerful tool that can help us achieve this goal is the employee performance review process. However, traditional, one-size-fits-all performance reviews
Effective employee management is essential for any business, as managing employees effectively can lead to better productivity, higher job satisfaction, and a positive organizational culture. HR managers and business owners should take the time to understand the basics of effective employee management to ensure they can lead their employees toward
Family businesses form the backbone of the home furnishings industry. Stepping into a leadership role within such an enterprise brings
Customer expectations in the furniture industry continue to evolve. These days, they compare every brand to big players like Amazon,
HFA proudly congratulates its CEO, Peter Theran, on being named one of The Home Furnishings 500 most influential people in
Gross Margin Return on Inventory (GMROI) is one of the most important metrics for furniture retailers. Here’s what it means,
Digital marketing gets most of the attention in traffic conversations, but furniture remains a category where physical experience matters. Customers
The competition for talent, from sales floor to delivery to leadership, keeps intensifying, and the retailers winning it are thinking beyond compensation. Join the Home
Turn social media engagement into in-store visits. In this webinar, discover how to create content that motivates customers to move from scrolling to shopping. Join
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: Human Resources Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in using technology and
