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Are you a Recruiting Superhero?

Introduction Do you consider yourself a Recruiting Superhero? If you are in retail, this is a super power you need in order to deliver superior customer experiences day in and

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The Journey to Managing Others

The journey to managing others can be a challenging one. We live for the promotion. We feel we have mastered the work and are ready to lead others to even greater success. Yet the move from being an individual contributor to managing others is where many managers fail.

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The Leadership Pipeline

Introduction What if you could have a leadership pipeline that fed non-stop talent for every open role you might have in your store? Does this sound like a magic wish?

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Confidently Giving Feedback

Do your palms get sweaty every time you think about giving feedback? Truth is, it just takes practice to get over those fears. Today’s post provides you with simple guidelines that will help you become a master at giving positive and constructive feedback.

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Talent is a Scarce Resource

I don’t have to tell you that talent is a scarce resource. The search for the best and the brightest who are focused on delivering remarkable customer experiences is constant and never ending.

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Brick and Mortar Inspiration

Introduction My January blogs have been all about YOU. January Week 1 was about completing a 2019 Reflection Exercise. January Week 2 was the Stop, Start, Continue exercise. If you

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WHO IS THE WEAKEST LINK?

Have you ever heard the saying “your store is only as strong as your weakest link”? Today we explore what or who this is referring to. With holiday around the corner, you cannot afford to miss this read.

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Power of Labor Scheduling

Effective Labor Scheduling is critical to maximizing sales results. This requires having the right associates with the right skills who can work when you need them.

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