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May 15, 2023 We Got Sole 🩴
What Crocs can teach us about gaining new customers and keeping them happy.
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We Got Sole 🩴
What Crocs can teach us about gaining new customers and keeping them happy.
May 15, 2023
About 15 years ago, I bought a pair of Crocs sandals in Myrtle Beach, SC. Not only were they hot pink, but the insole was traffic cone orange. My buddies hated them, but oddly others loved them. The sandals were affordable (maybe $20), comfortable, and a conversation starter.

According to last week’s The New York Times' profile on Crocs, I’m one of tens of millions of happy Crocs owners. This happiness is profitable:
  • Crocs’ sales have almost doubled since 2019.
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May 13, 2023 Warby Parker: 60% of sales come from physical stores
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Warby Parker: 60% of sales come from physical stores
May 13, 2023
Your physical store can be a great asset in this ‘Age of Amazon’—just ask Warby Parker. 

Details: 
- Warby Parker has 200 stores in the U.S. and Canada.
- Retailers report that online advertising costs have increased 15%-20% in the last two years, making physical stores more attractive. 
- Brands report that in-store shoppers buy more per purchase. 

I believe the The Wall Journal should have noted a caveat about using Warby Parker as a poster child ...
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May 13, 2023 Breakfast Placemats
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Breakfast Placemats
May 13, 2023
Enjoy this rustic textured woven placemat made from biodegradable vines, which is ideal for regular meals, family get-togethers, hotels, businesses, or coffee shops. Your friends and guests will be pleased by your gorgeous table arrangement, which is embellished with white wood polished beads and neutral earth tones of brown creamy tan that blend well both indoors and outdoors. Offered in a set of 4.


CALAISIO
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May 11, 2023 BACCARAT X GINGER & MITE
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BACCARAT X GINGER & MITE
May 11, 2023
“Baccarat’s craftsmanship and hand-made creations means a lot of soul and effort goes into creating each and every single piece. We need their story, so we can translate it into the arrangement that best conveys their message.”
GingerMite, the mother-and-son floral duo, create exclusive Mother’s Day bouquets for Baccarat

Creative concept and production: Hashtag Legend
Floral Arrangement: GingerMite
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May 11, 2023 New Feature: Your Emails Have a New Format
How to view more order details in your Order Status Update emails.
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New Feature: Your Emails Have a New Format
How to view more order details in your Order Status Update emails.
May 11, 2023
Your Shop Local Store has a new feature: we've launched a new format of your emails notifying you and customers of orders. The emails now include product pictures, brand logos, registrant pictures, various font enhancements, and more.  

Previously, the email format was basic text (no pictures or logos).

In the example shown, we see an Order Status Update email to a customer from The Cook's Station, a kitchenware store in South Carolina. In the email, we see the store's logo along...
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May 10, 2023 TABLE ACCENTS | GLASSWARE
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TABLE ACCENTS | GLASSWARE
May 10, 2023
Handmade by expert craftsmen, Aroma adds light to every gathering and turns any table into a memorable experience.

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May 10, 2023 Exotic Vines' Woven Placemats for a Spring Table Setting
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Exotic Vines' Woven Placemats for a Spring Table Setting
May 10, 2023
Add lovely spring decorations to create a lovely contrast with the natural vines that were used to weave this placemat and napkin ring. Natural forest earth tones add a sense of earthy elegance to any table arrangement. This organic texture combined with pastel colors imparts a sense of unpretentious elegance and organic simplicity. Set of 4.


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May 9, 2023  Notorious07 Luxury Skincare for Men
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 Notorious07 Luxury Skincare for Men
May 9, 2023
 Notorious07 Luxury Skincare for Men.

We know that today’s modern man strives for excellence in every area. And doing your best often starts with looking your best.

From Night Treatment to Shaving Cream to Vitamin C Serum and much more, Notorious07 combines natural ingredients, innovative formulations, and sleek packaging to create an unforgettable start-to-finish grooming experience.

Like your wife’s products, our products look good, feel good, and smell good.
But ...
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May 9, 2023 New Low/Pasta Bowls in 6 patterns!
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New Low/Pasta Bowls in 6 patterns!
May 9, 2023
Carmel Ceramica has introduced a new Low/Pasta Bowl in 6 more patterns!  Bowls are the new plates and these items are perfect additions to the assortments.  9" diameter and about 2 1/4" deep.

Cozina White, Cozina Gray and Cozina Claret are in stock now.
Lily Valley, Cypress Grove and Point Lobos are due mid June.

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May 9, 2023 Salsa-fy 🌮: The Time is Ripe for Efficiency
How allocating our resources efficiently can help us save time, save money, and deliver value to our customers.
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Salsa-fy 🌮: The Time is Ripe for Efficiency
How allocating our resources efficiently can help us save time, save money, and deliver value to our customers.
May 9, 2023
You've heard of Salsa-fy? It’s national, was started in Dallas, is used by 60,000 employees, and is used at more than 1,600 corporate locations. Salsa-fy helps businesses steer clear of trouble, offer the best value, and ensures profitability. You may interrupt me here and ask, “Jason, don’t you mean the software company Salesify?” No, I’m talking about the restaurant chain Chili’s and its approach to managing salsa, french fries, and its business.  ...
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May 9, 2023 July is Independent Retailer Month
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July is Independent Retailer Month
May 9, 2023
I was happy to learn that a group is promoting July as Independent Retailer Month.  Shop Local supports indie shops and thinks this is a good idea.

In particular, I liked the marketing ideas on their Resources page, including these:
  • Bonus buck: Give customers a $1 coupon for every $10 they spend in your store in July. The coupon is redeemable in August.
  • Happy hour: Offer red, white and blue cookies/cupcakes with refreshments to promote the ‘independent’ touch. You
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Sales Rep Training on June 7th: How to Help Your Stores Online Wednesday, June 7, 2023
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Sales Rep Training on June 7th: How to Help Your Stores Online Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Let's get ready for the summer shows and meetings with retailers.   You're invited to the Sales Rep 201 Training. 
 
Please pick your 201 training date:
  • Complete: Wednesday, May 24th at 10:00 am EST 
  • Wednesday, June 7th at 9:00 am EST

Our Sales Rep 101 Training shared WHY the Shop Local platform is needed.  Our 201 training shares HOW, and offers this:
  • Shows how your name, telephone, and email appear to your retailer in their Shop Local Store.
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May 5, 2023 A Hot Date with Chips and Guacomole!
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A Hot Date with Chips and Guacomole!
May 5, 2023
Guacamole and tortilla chips are always satisfying. Elevate your event serving with a white condiment bowl and woven organic chip and dip tray from Calaisio. The graceful design and earthy color palettes of this wonderfully created dip serving tray are warm, inviting, and will complement any event from dinner parties, holidays, birthdays, family movie nights, and more.


CALAISIO
natural elegance, extraordinary durability


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May 4, 2023 Welcome to our new website and online bridal registry!
Welcome to our new website and online bridal registry!
May 4, 2023
Thanks for checking us out at our new online shop. We are still working out a few things at the moment so if you have any questions don't hesitate to call us at 334-793-9538. Thanks! View Post
May 1, 2023 New Feature: Add Your Bio to Your Profile
How to share your interests and experiences with your team by adding a bio to your staff profile.
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New Feature: Add Your Bio to Your Profile
How to share your interests and experiences with your team by adding a bio to your staff profile.
May 1, 2023
People around you have great experiences and unique interests.  Let’s help you learn about them—and share yours. Your account has a new feature: You can now add bio information to your staff profile. The new "About" field in your staff profile allows you to share what you do and what interests you. This bio text is displayed on your Team page and can be viewed by other staff members.  

By default, the "About" field will pre-populated with &...
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April 29, 2023 Spring and Summer Tabletop Ideas
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Spring and Summer Tabletop Ideas
April 29, 2023
Take in the fresh spring air. Add some handcrafted natural elements, a dash of earthy color, and rough textures to your table setting with these oval beaded handwoven placemats. Its natural vine construction and wood bead component are gorgeous and wonderful in the spring. Available as a pack of 4


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April 27, 2023 Michael Aram Frames & More For Mother's Day At Glassworks!
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Michael Aram Frames & More For Mother's Day At Glassworks!
April 27, 2023
A beautiful picture frame is one of the perfect gifts for mom on her special day, to remind her of when she became a mother. Put together a collage of baby photos and other family shots - or surprise her with a picture frame displaying just one memorable moment you shared together. Glassworks has an array of picture frames and other gift ideas for Mother's Day. Pictured are various Michael Aram frames and a vase, all in-stock at Glassworks.
Stop in to see the variety of pieces!

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April 27, 2023 Glass Snack and Condiment Bowls
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Glass Snack and Condiment Bowls
April 27, 2023
This intricately textured crescent-shaped bowl with a glass insert is handcrafted from biodegradable exotic vines and makes a spectacular presentation at casual dinners or more formal gatherings. Its crescent shape makes it perfect for holding sliced fruits, nuts, and olives, and you can chill it in the fridge before using it to ensure that the food stays cool at the table. Set of 2 condiment bowls.


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natural elegance, extraordinary durability




 
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April 26, 2023 What Would A Lavish Dinner Be Without Some Sweets?  
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What Would A Lavish Dinner Be Without Some Sweets?  
April 26, 2023
The most delicious way to showcase your sense of style is with this stylish 2-sectional appetizer and condiment tray with glass inserts. With any dinner and dessert ideas you have, Calaisio has a wide selection of woven serving trays and platters fashioned from exotic wild vines.


CALAISIO
natural elegance, extraordinary durability
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April 21, 2023 Pretty Ways To Organize Your Vanity
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Pretty Ways To Organize Your Vanity
April 21, 2023
This slightly small woven vanity tray, measuring 14.5” L x 5” W x 1” H, involve mirrored glass that is stylish and durable.  Handcrafted from natural vines, its rustic rich aesthetic creates a harmonious style to a stunning warm atmosphere.


CALAISIO
natural elegance, extraordinary durability

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