True Tales

These Three Customers Were Missing Something Big: Scruples

You don’t want to do business with these guys.

Published

6 years ago

September 20, 2018

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These Three Customers Were Missing Something Big: Scruples

A customer came in and bought an engagement ring for his new girlfriend, and the next day, his wife came in looking for new wedding bands because they were renewing their vows.

A woman wanted me to sell the same $30,000 diamond necklace to her husband and her boyfriend, telling each that it needed to be shortened two inches and to let her come back and pick it up. Then I was to give her the extra $30,000 along with the necklace.

We had a customer come in to return a bracelet after owning it for seven years. (She claimed she had never worn it.)

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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.”