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Retail
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It's all here - links to hundreds of Web pages on
every subject today's retailer should understand.
Visitors to this site can access solid, timely
information on technology, management strategies,
staffing, record-keeping and much more. As an
added bonus, a featured news article on the
retail industry will be available every week.
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Articles
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Whether an old hand at the retail business or the
new kid on the block, in this section, the modern
entrepreneur can find the basics - and beyond.
The in-depth articles that follow cover a variety
of business development topics, including
Software and Hardware, Vendor Relations,
Staff and Employment, Sales and Marketing,
Customer Service and Purchasing, Insurance, and
Communications.
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Trade Associations
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Given the competitive nature of the retail
industry, it makes sense to enlist fellow
professionals for support and guidance. The trade
associations described here perform many
functions for their members, providing advocacy,
credentialing, training and education and
networking opportunities and much more. Some
groups offer financial programs and scholarships.
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Industry Publications
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Some of the finest chefs rely on their
grandmothers' recipes. But in the case of
restaurant pros, "cook-booking" may be as simple
as referring to all the literature the industry
offers! The links here lead to a nice sampling of
professional publications for eateries of every
type. As an added benefit, many provide online
formats, as well as print versions, of their
materials.
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Industry Resources
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Finances, inventory, customer service - the
challenges of the modern retail industry can
stymie even the sharpest entrepreneur. By
providing vital information at a moment's notice,
a good resource list can be a godsend - and
that's what hard-working retailers will discover
here. Refer to this section for information on
loan programs, technology, marketing and more.
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Trade Shows
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What better way to learn about new products and
services than to gather with fellow retailers in
a lively, informative venue? Year-round, the
retail community sponsors shows and conferences
designed to help attendees sharpen skills and
build business. This section features some of the
leading industry events, along with descriptions
and registration information.
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Industry News
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The retail business is always making news - and
because so much is happening, busy entrepreneurs
simply can't get to it all. That's where this
section can help. Visit often for top stories
covering every aspect of the industry, including
reports from the nation's leading newspapers,
periodicals and trade publications.
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Licensing/Certification, Training &
Cont.
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The retail industry covers many specialties under
its broad umbrella. In this section, business
owners can explore an array of training and
continuing education opportunities, particularly
through the National Retail Federation
Foundation. On the "niche" side, areas include:
apparel and fashion; cosmetology (with links to
state licensing boards); pharmacy retail and
management; and grocery and food service retail.
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