Sooner or later, things will return to normal. We can all put 2020 behind us and start moving forward. Here’s a look at what’s going to be trending in 2021, according to NACS. Retailers have rolled out new technologies to keep up with shoppers’ needs. Brands are combining forces. Headspace partners with Spotify, Alo and … Continue reading
![3 Lessons in Leadership During COVID-19 [Infographic]](https://retailconnection.files.wordpress.com/2020/12/untitled-design-28.png?w=160&h=120&crop=1 "3 Lessons in Leadership During COVID-19 [Infographic]")
Well everyone, 2020 is officially in the past and we are excited for a brighter 2021. But there are some lessons we can take away from 2020. The way you ran your retail store probably changed drastically last year and there are some changes you likely plan to continue post-pandemic. We’d like to share some … Continue reading
We’ve talked with our college store partners and received some valuable feedback about what students are looking for. Check out what’s hot right now on college campuses.
A couple weeks ago on Retail Connection, we talked about how consumers are adapting to a new normal when it come to shopping. Let’s continue our discuss this week and dive into where and how consumers are shopping. With small businesses being effected by COVID-19 and consumers witnessing dramatic effects of climate change, consumers are … Continue reading
Holiday shopping has started already, and it’s not even Halloween yet. Continue reading
It’s an understatement to say 2020 has been an unexpected year. The ways people live, work and shop have changed substantially and these changes are likely to stick. Let’s explore how consumers are adapting and what we will continue to see in the future. Consumers will continue to be cautious about going to public places … Continue reading
As we are getting closer to the Holiday season, retail experts are discovering some interesting trends. The biggest trend is how consumers are approaching Holiday shopping. With all the work that retailers and essential workers are doing this year due to the pandemic, consumers are pushing for retail workers to have the holiday off according … Continue reading
![[Infographic] Keep Your Students Safe](https://retailconnection.files.wordpress.com/2020/09/gettyimages-1263064037.jpg?w=160&h=120&crop=1 "[Infographic] Keep Your Students Safe")
September is Campus Safety Awareness Month. Learn how you can keep your students physically and mentally safe.
As your store opens and students start coming back to campus, you’ll likely encounter customers who aren’t following your safety guidelines. Make sure you handle these situations carefully, so you aren’t offending anyone. Train your entire staff, not just supervisors, on how to approach customers who aren’t following your policies. Treat customers with dignity and … Continue reading
University Business conducted a nationwide survey to understand how college students feel about returning to campus in the fall. The survey was conducted May 18 with students age 18-25. Here are the key findings. For students who are ready to return to campus, they hope to see their campus take clear precautions to keep students … Continue reading
