Category Archives: Part 1: Overview/Planning

This sub-category encompasses an introduction to retailing, building and sustaining relationships in retailing, and strategic planning in retailing.

Small Businesses Are Charging Ahead

Posted on March 28, 2018 by bermanevansretail

Many small business trends are worth studying. Now, let’s consider how small businesses are charging ahead. According to Vangie Beal for Webopedia: “A small business is privately owned and operated. And it typically employs a small number of workers. In … Continue reading →

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Tracking Small Business Trends

Posted on March 19, 2018 by bermanevansretail

As with large firms, tracking small business trends is imperative. IF small firms want to adapt to the marketplace! To best face competition, they must do so. Before studying trends, read these posts: Small Business Saturday Marketing Tips for Small … Continue reading →

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2018 Free TrendWatching Resources

Posted on March 1, 2018 by bermanevansretail

On a regular basis, many of of us anticipate and stay current with the latest trends. And predictions for future trends. TrendWatching represents one valuable source in this area. Thus, today’s post considers useful free TrendWatching resources.   Background: Useful … Continue reading →

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