Tag Archives: small stores

How Small Retailers Can Compete During the Coming Holiday Season

Posted on November 5, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Still coping in NY. (No power at home. 🙂 ) But, back to blogging. _________________________________________________________________ Small retailers have many points of differentiation against their big-time competitors, such as a more personal approach and a more convenient location. Anita Campbell, writing … Continue reading →

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Retailers’ Urban Idea: Think Smaller

Posted on July 30, 2012 by bermanevansretail

When many big-box retailers — and even chains with medium-sized stores — move into urban locations, they need to think differently. The smaller space has to be used creatively. According to Stephanie Clifford: “As young Americans move to cities, retailers that grew up … Continue reading →

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Financing and Small Retailers

Posted on June 10, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Financial issues are a big challenge for all retailers — and this is especially so for small firms. As Marianne Wilson reports in Chain Store Age: “Access to operating capital remains an ongoing challenge for some retailers, which are still … Continue reading →

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