Hiring managers, human resources professionals, or retail owners will all tell you that retaining employees is difficult. Managing people in the current labor market is challenging in ways we haven’t encountered before. Nearly 85% of workers planned to leave their jobs in 2024. Baby boomers are retiring faster than they
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
Nearly 40% of U.S. consumers are non-prime, and their needs shape how they research and shop with furniture merchants.1 New
How Strong Leadership Drives Performance, Culture, and Consistency Traffic patterns fluctuate, customer expectations continue to evolve, and competition remains strong
The trade and tariff landscape remains fluid, with several developments—and non-developments worth monitoring. While there haven’t been many substantial changes
In retail home furnishings, many salespeople believe the key to closing more sales is knowing every detail about every product
As the policy landscape around tariffs continues to evolve, the Home Furnishings Association is closely monitoring developments that may affect
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
Selling Like a “Million-Dollar Writer” What separates a good sales associate from a true million-dollar writer? It’s not luck, and it’s not just traffic.
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: Sales Management Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in navigating family business
Great sales teams aren’t built by chance, they’re coached with intention. In today’s furniture retail environment, sales leaders must strike
