Deliberate practice is hard. It hurts. But it works. You’re not just a furniture retailer – you’re an entrepreneur. You’re someone who worked hard to make your business a success. So, let me ask you a question: What’s the secret to getting ahead? Is it hard work, talent, brains or
June 2019
Your POS should allow you to digitally monitor inventory and sync inventory between your selling channels. Many furniture retailers are content using old payment systems and outdated technology – legacy systems – rather than dive into the unknown of a new payment platform. But outdated payment systems can negatively impact
Over the last several years, the home goods sector of retail has grown and developed, changing the way consumers shop for furniture. Retail giants Walmart and Target have expanded their offerings, and technology, through various partnerships or private label lines — both in store and online. And Amazon added three furniture brands to its list of
Gregory Rich carries conversations in unexpected directions, which makes him an entertaining radio host and a creative furniture entrepreneur. So, listeners of “Drink in the Style,” broadcast on KTNF-AM 950 in St. Louis Park, Minn., recently heard Rich speak sympathetically about O.J. Simpson, the former football star accused and acquitted
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