In a tight economy, sales associates who are looking for a position need to have a skill set that places them above the competition. Likewise, retail companies who are hiring associates must hire the ...

Management has the ability to make a team of employees excel, but only if they have skills for retail and leadership. During the pandemic, your sales leadership skills will be tested as you navigate a ...

Although it’s becoming increasingly accepted that retailers must give their employees a reason to stay (beyond just a paycheck) if they want to improve their culture and ultimately provide an ...

A retail sales associate with deep understanding of the product they’re selling, good communication skills and honest enthusiasm has always been one of the most powerful tools for sales success. This ...

The NRF Foundation on Sunday announced a new retail training and credentialing initiative at the National Retail Federation’s annual Big Show conference in New York City. The RISE Up (Retail Industry ...

When a customer steps through the doors of a retail location looking to purchase a new product, they want to be helped by a friendly, knowledgeable sales associate who can answer their questions, ...

The world of luxury retail is changing faster than ever, and artificial intelligence (AI) is at the center of this transformation. In 2026, job seekers in the luxury retail sector need to prepare for ...

According to a 2022 analysis, the turnover rate for hourly in-store retail positions is 75.8%. In addition, 63% of frontline retail managers are thinking about leaving their roles soon — and some even ...

Remember when the store sales associate was the center of the shopping experience? Whether it was taking a shopper’s clothes to the dressing room, rummaging for different sizes, offering ...