Inbox Colored Gem Advice, 4th Quarter Musings and More Reader Letters Plus one reader is tired of “looky-loos.” Published 2 years ago on October 14, 2022 By INSTORE Staff Instore November 2022 Issue Share Tweet The lead story was so helpful! I’m employing a lot of the advice and am making a big push for us to be known as a source for unique and beautiful gemstones! — Becky B., Peabody, MA Inspired, so we scheduled a training on colored stones for our staff next week! Thanks. — Christina B., Glastonbury, CT A salesman once told me to mount up your colored gemstones: “You’re a jewelry store, not a colored stone dealer.” — Tim S., Mobile, AL Planning to create two cases of color this holiday season and showcase them at our annual holiday event. — Ronnie M., Portland, OR I feel like there is a magic spinning wheel somewhere that a person spins and that decides the newest trending color. But who spins the wheel and where does it live? — Ellie M., St. Michaels, MD We have almost quit buying promotional or average color and ventured into the upper dimension of colored goods. We’ve gotten a tremendous response. — Rick N., Fernandina Beach, FL I think Q4 2022 will be the last good quarter for a while. With rising interest rates and inflation, 2023 will be a slowdown. We plan to make hay while the sun is shining! — Trevor W., Myerstown, PA Very unsure about the gold price! Is it going up or down? Why is it fluctuating so much? I wish someone could help us understand this better to help us buy and sell. Am excited about planning for next year to meet the needs of my customers! Thanks for your great articles and help in knowing what others are doing. — Susan E., El Paso, TX Looky-loos drive me nuts! You see, you like it … buy it! What is there to think about? This ain’t a museum, so don’t waste my time! — Marc M., Midland, TX Share your thoughts with INSTORE. Email us at editor@instoremag.com Related Topics: Featured INSTORE Staff Since launching in 2002, INSTORE has won 89 international journalism awards for its publication and website. Contact INSTORE's editors at editor@instoremag.com. click to Comment(Comment) Up Next Cybersecurity, Alternative Engagement Rings, Trend Questions and More of Your Letters Don't Miss Readers Share Their Thoughts on the Upcoming Selling Season, a Dearth of Potential Employees and the Luxury Wedding Jewelry Experience Advertisement SPONSORED VIDEO Moving Up in the World? Wilkerson Can Help You Get There You may like Readers Share Their Thoughts on the INSTORE Design Awards, Summer Selling Season, Problem Clients and More Readers Sound Off about Gold Prices, Lab-Grown Diamonds, Politics, and More Readers Write in About Security, US Customs Regulations, ‘Just Looking’ Customers and More Promoted Headlines Moving Up in the World? Wilkerson Can Help You Get There Wilkerson Affordable Gems – Bringing Rare Colors to You Affordable Gems Jewelers on Why Melee Matters White Pine Advertisement Latest Trending Videos Headlines10 hours ago Digital Signage Market to More Than Double: Forecast Press Releases11 hours ago In Memoriam: GIA Governor Dr. Rodney Ewing Press Releases11 hours ago Wholesaler Refuses to Sell Jewelry Through Retailers Who Carry or Promote Lab-Grown Diamonds Headlines5 days ago Jewelry Store Clerk Shot to Death in Florida Shane Decker1 week ago 10 Action Items to Sell More Diamond Engagement Rings to Millennials America's Coolest Stores2 days ago Houston Gem Dealers Make Commitment to Retail Sponsored Content2 weeks ago Moving Up in the World? Wilkerson Can Help You Get There Sponsored Webinars4 weeks ago Podium Presents: 6 Proven Strategies to Win More Customers in 2024 and Beyond Sponsored Content1 month ago When the Kids Have Their Own Careers, Wilkerson Can Help You to Retire Advertisement SubscribeBULLETINS INSTORE helps you become a better jeweler with the biggest daily news headlines and useful tips. (Mailed 5x per week.) Latest Comments Most Popular Headlines5 days ago Jewelry Store Clerk Shot to Death in Florida Shane Decker1 week ago 10 Action Items to Sell More Diamond Engagement Rings to Millennials America's Coolest Stores2 days ago Houston Gem Dealers Make Commitment to Retail Best of The Best1 week ago Next-Generation Jewelry Retailer Updates Park City Store Best of The Best1 week ago Long’s Wedding Band Weekend Becomes New England Tradition Shane Decker1 week ago Want to Close More Sales? Understand the Plan, Process and Purpose Ask INSTORE1 day ago Is Sunlight the Best Light to View a Diamond, and More of Your Questions Answered Headlines1 day ago Jewelers Mutual Acquires Union Life & Casualty Insurance Agency