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I’ve talked before about commitment to your staff. I think it’s good to keep them and train them instead of constantly replacing them. Why? Well, ask yourself:?What is it that you are really committed to? Is it the new software? Or the new designer line? A charity? Your health? Maybe all those things. But I’ll tell you what you are really committed to (arrogant on my part, but I think about this stuff all night while you’re analyzing reports). Above all else, the thing that is the touchstone against which all other commitments must be measured, is … wait for it … maximum profit. You knew that? OK, but let’s add a word here — ethical. Maximum ethical profit. Why are you committed to low pay and the staff that comes with it? Pay it forward. If you want the best profit, get — and keep — the best people. It’s not the jewelry. Everybody has that. It’s not the marketing. None of us are doing that. (Well, OK, some of you are.) It’s not the hours you are open, or the decor. It’s the people.

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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.”

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Zen Jeweler: Commitment Issue

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I’ve talked before about commitment to your staff. I think it’s good to keep them and train them instead of constantly replacing them. Why? Well, ask yourself:?What is it that you are really committed to? Is it the new software? Or the new designer line? A charity? Your health? Maybe all those things. But I’ll tell you what you are really committed to (arrogant on my part, but I think about this stuff all night while you’re analyzing reports). Above all else, the thing that is the touchstone against which all other commitments must be measured, is … wait for it … maximum profit. You knew that? OK, but let’s add a word here — ethical. Maximum ethical profit. Why are you committed to low pay and the staff that comes with it? Pay it forward. If you want the best profit, get — and keep — the best people. It’s not the jewelry. Everybody has that. It’s not the marketing. None of us are doing that. (Well, OK, some of you are.) It’s not the hours you are open, or the decor. It’s the people.

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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.”

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