Picture this: It’s a happy day. You just got the keys to your new apartment after years of experiencing housing insecurity. First and last month’s rent, deposits, utilities, and basic necessities such as food leave you with little money to spend on furniture, so the door closes on an empty
Joining an established furniture retail sales team can feel daunting for a new associate. Walking into a showroom with seasoned
You already know this feeling: sales are strong, customers are walking in, and yet somehow your bank account tells a
In 2025, the Home Furnishings Association continued to be a unified voice for furniture retailers, advocating for policies that protect
Why Data-Driven Sourcing Is Becoming Non-Negotiable On April 2, 2025, President Trump announced sweeping new import tariffs that immediately reshaped
The G.R.O.W. Sales Coaching Model Part 1 In speaking with hundreds of furniture retailers over the last two years, I
Chasing volume is no longer enough in retail today. Sustainable profitability comes from disciplined, high-impact decisions about assortment, floor space, inventory, and capital allocation.
Coaching That Closes: How to Develop High-Performing Sales Associates Great sales teams aren’t built by chance, they’re coached with intention. In today’s furniture retail
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: Sales Management Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in navigating family business
