“We need to talk.” Those four words can be intimidating in any relationship. In family-run furniture businesses, they can feel even heavier—especially when what you need to say is: “Mom, Dad, I’m ready to lead.” For decades, your parents have poured their energy into building the store, the brand, and
Defining Roles, Purpose, and a Path to Leadership Bringing a son, daughter, or younger family member into your retail furniture business can be rewarding and challenging. There’s pride in continuing the family legacy and hope in watching a new generation step forward. But without the right structure, what starts with
Visual merchandising has evolved significantly from traditional window displays and static store layouts. What used to rely solely on creativity
The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) is closely following the latest developments surrounding the ongoing Supreme Court hearings on the legality
Many retail buying journeys begin online through research, browsing, comparison, or early product discovery. Shoppers expect digital guidance before they
Mattress and furniture retailers in California and Rhode Island should prepare for upcoming adjustments to the mattress recycling fee, scheduled
The trade relationship between the US and China has been marked by a history of escalation and negotiation on several
Shaping the Customer Experience with Consumer Study Data Step into the shoes of today’s furniture shopper and discover what truly shapes their in-store experience.
Immersive Retail: Inspiring Customers with 3D, AR & VR Today’s most successful furniture retailers aren’t replacing personal service with technology, they’re using it to
