I was talking to a shopkeeper the other day (see us in a rare moment with our mouths closed) and was thrilled to hear how she really has a handle on the talents and interests of her seven employees. So I had a
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If you’ve ever received an email from me, you’ve probably noticed my signature block:
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This shopkeeper needed a backdrop in her open display windows. So she had a framework built to hold… a shower curtain! Easily changed, and the availability of different designs and colors meant she could give her windows a different look whenever she wanted. (Thanks KateB, for sending this to TGtbT.com years ago.)
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Oh wow! A typo that would make perfect sense in a NFP donate-only thrift shop with a re-purposed display case 😉 Make some “fake food” donuts (slices of pool noodle?), get a Dunkin’ Donuts box to display them in, and
See more posts here and here and here for non-profit resale shops. Or settle in for some good reading by clicking the “Thrift” word, over in the right column>>.
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Holiday time is the perfect time to build loyalty and customer connection with…
Yes, indeed, I am suggesting something so outre, so old-fashioned, so out-of-step-with-today’s-world that
with good wishes, nostalgic reminiscences, and just plain good will. Not to mention that: When was the last time you got holiday wishes from a business that were just that: good wishes, not a coupon, not a sales spiel, not a come-on to get them in to spend money. Believe me, your holiday greeting photo card will
Well, I’m probably overstating. But it’s a sure way to stand out from that dreaded Sea of Sameness in the resale industry. Here’s some photo ideas that might be just the thing for your business:
Source: haleysheffield.com via Kate on Pinterest
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