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Here’s What Jewelers Fear the Most

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There’s one agency no one wants to hear from.

As a jeweler, certain fears keep you awake at night. But have you ever wondered if your colleagues are worried about the same things you are?

As we collect responses for this year’s Big Survey, we’re bringing you a few highlights from years past. We call them Big Survey Flashbacks.

Today we bring you a question from our 2014 survey: “What scenario frightens you the most?”

The most popular answer, chosen by 19 percent of respondents, was related to audits: “The IRS invites you to come in and discuss your tax return.”

Other frightening scenarios and the percentage of respondents who chose them:

  • The diamond is fake! — 16 percent
  • Crack! Egads, I’ve broken her rings. — 13 percent
  • A big-name jeweler is opening across the road. — 12 percent
  • It’s a sure thing. The buy-in is $100,000 … — 11 percent
  • Boss, I’ve had a better offer. — 7 percent
  • You’ll be in Vegas and the kid is in charge for five days. — 1 percent

Want to have your say on the industry and what it means to own or manage an American jewelry store in 2017? Click HERE to take the latest INSTORE Big Survey. (The survey will probably take about 20 minutes to complete and is designed to be taken solely by store owners and managers.)

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Here’s What Jewelers Fear the Most

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Published

7 years ago

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There’s one agency no one wants to hear from.

As a jeweler, certain fears keep you awake at night. But have you ever wondered if your colleagues are worried about the same things you are?

As we collect responses for this year’s Big Survey, we’re bringing you a few highlights from years past. We call them Big Survey Flashbacks.

Today we bring you a question from our 2014 survey: “What scenario frightens you the most?”

The most popular answer, chosen by 19 percent of respondents, was related to audits: “The IRS invites you to come in and discuss your tax return.”

Other frightening scenarios and the percentage of respondents who chose them:

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  • The diamond is fake! — 16 percent
  • Crack! Egads, I’ve broken her rings. — 13 percent
  • A big-name jeweler is opening across the road. — 12 percent
  • It’s a sure thing. The buy-in is $100,000 … — 11 percent
  • Boss, I’ve had a better offer. — 7 percent
  • You’ll be in Vegas and the kid is in charge for five days. — 1 percent

Want to have your say on the industry and what it means to own or manage an American jewelry store in 2017? Click HERE to take the latest INSTORE Big Survey. (The survey will probably take about 20 minutes to complete and is designed to be taken solely by store owners and managers.)

Related Topics:

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SPONSORED VIDEO

This Third-Generation Jeweler Was Ready for Retirement. He Called Wilkerson

Retirement is never easy, especially when it means the end to a business that was founded in 1884. But for Laura and Sam Sipe, it was time to put their own needs first. They decided to close J.C. Sipe Jewelers, one of Indianapolis’ most trusted names in fine jewelry, and call Wilkerson. “Laura and I decided the conditions were right,” says Sam. Wilkerson handled every detail in their going-out-of-business sale, from marketing to manning the sales floor. “The main goal was to sell our existing inventory that’s all paid for and turn that into cash for our retirement,” says Sam. “It’s been very, very productive.” Would they recommend Wilkerson to other jewelers who want to enjoy their golden years? Absolutely! “Call Wilkerson,” says Laura. “They can help you achieve your goals so you’ll be able to move into retirement comfortably.”

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