True Tales: Free Gift-Wrap Service

Published

16 years ago

July 2, 2008

This month, we have two ?True Tales? that you have a good chance of experiencing yourself this holiday season:

A customer, on December 20th, when the place is rockin’, walks in and says: “I understand you do free gift wrapping here” “Yes, of course.” Customer whips out a couple of presents he purchased elsewhere. After the laughter stopped, we explained that meant our gifts … and he left.

DAVE S.,
FREEHOLD, N.J.

?I had a customer in my store shopping for a gift for his wife. She called him on his cell phone and must have accused him of being with another woman. He told her that he was indeed with another woman and finally put me on the phone. When she found out it was me, she got all excited and told him that he could have me as the other woman anytime! (It’s amazing how much power the gift of jewelery has over us women!)?

Anonymous

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.”