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7 Retail Risk-Takers Who Run Their Businesses Their Own Way

Best Stores7 years ago

7 Retail Risk-Takers Who Run Their Businesses Their Own Way

Creative concepts drive the success of these mavericks.

Brain Squad Members Share Their Hottest Sellers for November

Products7 years ago

Brain Squad Members Share Their Hottest Sellers for November

“Doing very well with Lafonn — a good price point for these days. For gold jewelry, Norgem Designs, and for bridal, Facets USA!” — Laurie Cusher, Hyde...

Jeweler Shocks Client With Glib Remark, Then Gets a Surprise

True Tales7 years ago

Jeweler Shocks Client With Glib Remark, Then Gets a Surprise

He couldn't believe the way it worked out.

Cool Stores Sneak Preview: Here’s What’s Coming Up in 2018

Columns7 years ago

Cool Stores Sneak Preview: Here’s What’s Coming Up in 2018

Learn from the best — and coolest.

These Jewelers Just Reported Their Healthiest Sales Increase in 2 Years

David Brown7 years ago

These Jewelers Just Reported Their Healthiest Sales Increase in 2 Years

12-month rolling sales are up.

Headlines7 years ago

Bulova President Talks Watch Trends

It’s 'one end of the spectrum vs. the other,' says Jeffrey Cohen.

Nebraska Jeweler is Ready for the Most Magical Time of Year

Get Inspired7 years ago

Nebraska Jeweler is Ready for the Most Magical Time of Year

This avid Craigslist hunter often brings home unusual finds ... like this Santa.

When a Jeweler’s Store Was Robbed, This Local Competitor Stepped Up to Help

Real Deal7 years ago

When a Jeweler’s Store Was Robbed, This Local Competitor Stepped Up to Help

At the very worst of times for one jeweler, an unexpected helping hand was extended.

Do You Or Don't You?7 years ago

Only 1/3 of Jewelers Follow This Key Rule for Training Salespeople

Two-thirds of jewelers still just wing it.

California Store Gets Three Cheers for Chutzpah

America's Coolest Stores7 years ago

California Store Gets Three Cheers for Chutzpah

Young brothers set themselves apart with a DIY approach to retail and jewelry making

Florida Jeweler Hosts a Party with a Plotline

Best of The Best7 years ago

Florida Jeweler Hosts a Party with a Plotline

Tying in a fun, creative theme with a popular jewelry brand can create a magical mind-set for a pre-holiday event.

The Easiest Sales in All Jewelry Retail? The Brain Squad Tells

Buzz Session7 years ago

The Easiest Sales in All Jewelry Retail? The Brain Squad Tells

See what type of sales jewelers find to be simplest.

Focus on the Proposal for Greater Success

Dave Richardson7 years ago

Focus on the Proposal for Greater Success

A smart way to add meaning to the engagement ring purchase.

How to Display Long Neckaces… and More December Questions Answered

Ask INSTORE7 years ago

How to Display Long Neckaces… and More December Questions Answered

It isn't necessary to show the entire length of chain.

David Geller7 years ago

Buying a Laser Welder is Expensive, But Oh-So Worth It

This is one investment that almost always pays off.

Start Preparing Early for the Day You (Might) Eventually Sell Your Business

David Brown7 years ago

Start Preparing Early for the Day You (Might) Eventually Sell Your Business

At some point, you’ll likely sell your business. Whether it’s to a family member, a staffer or someone else on the open market, your business needs...

How I Should Have Answered the Customer Who Told Me Zales Would Pay More for Her Ring

Woulda Coulda Shoulda7 years ago

How I Should Have Answered the Customer Who Told Me Zales Would Pay More for Her Ring

“Really? So you can go buy a Ford and drive it for six years, then take it to the Chevy dealer and get what you paid...

A Couple of Stories About Mothers-in-Law

True Tales7 years ago

A Couple of Stories About Mothers-in-Law

They certainly do bring the drama.

Celebrate Your Boys in Blue … and More December Tips

Tip Sheet7 years ago

Celebrate Your Boys in Blue … and More December Tips

Encourage your staff to write positive things that happened during the day.

California Jeweler Shares His Bulova Selling Secrets

Jewelry7 years ago

California Jeweler Shares His Bulova Selling Secrets

He hires millennials who are excited about watches who sell to other millennials.

Designers Go to the Fringe With This Hot Look

Products7 years ago

Designers Go to the Fringe With This Hot Look

Calvin Klein 2018 Runway Show. PHOTO COURTESY OF REX/SHUTTERSTOCK Whether ‘20s flapper, ‘70s disco or Western-inspired, fringe hemlines shimmied down the international spring 2018 fashion...

Be Like Brando … and More Key December Dates

Calendar7 years ago

Be Like Brando … and More Key December Dates

65 years ago today, Marlon Brando introduced himself to the wider world in the stage premiere of A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE. He also showed that a...

Manage the Important Stuff … and More To-Do’s for December

Manager's To Do7 years ago

Manage the Important Stuff … and More To-Do’s for December

Dec. 4-9 EXPERIENCE When the holidays are at their most hectic, a bathroom can offer a welcome refuge. Get your restroom in the holiday mood with...

Jewelry7 years ago

19 Top Jewelry Picks for Men

The modern man isn’t afraid to accessorize.

INSTORE7 years ago

A Salute to Service … and More Reader Letters for November-December 2017

Salute to Service I think there is a lesson to be learned concerning the personal service that makes our industry stand apart. With big box retailers...

Editor's Note7 years ago

Risky Business Pays Off

To thrive in jewelry retail, do something to distinguish yourself from the crowd.

Headlines7 years ago

It’s Official: Diamond Company Acquired in $1.2B Deal

It will now operate as a private firm. CALGARY, ALBERTA and MISSOULA, MT — The Washington Cos. has completed its $1.2 billion acquisition of Dominion Diamond Corp....