Tag Archives: June 2015 Cover

Social Media’s Role in Retail: Uncovering the Link Between Shares and Sales

By Retail News Insider When retailers and brands first made their way onto Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and other social media sites, many hoped each “Like,” Tweet or Share would be the surefire answer to increasing sales in the digital age. But some remained (and still stand) unconvinced—seeing social media as just another hype that […]

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Celebrating Grads & Dads

With schools starting to let out across the country and Father’s Day on the horizon, June is another month full of celebrations for shoppers. According to the National Retail Federation, each year, consumers spend over $4.5 billion on graduation gifts and nearly $12.5 billion on Father’s Day gifts and gatherings each year. As a Sales […]

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Learn, Listen and Love What You Do!

With a background in sales and past grocery experience, Sales Advisor Steve Fairchild says demonstration events are the perfect job for him. This month, he shares his strategies for selling success. Steve’s preparation starts before his events begin. “Prior to my event, I do internet searches of the products I will be sampling along with […]

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