Best Practices
Need fresh ideas for customer service training and building brand loyalty among customers? Read our articles for best practices for your retail strategy.
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How to Measure Retail Store Performance In An Omnichannel World
Struggling to measure retail store performance? Learn to accurately track omnichannel sales, attribute value & evaluate associate KPIs.
By Kara Zawacki
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How to Keep Customer Engagement High for Years (and Years!)
Discover proven strategies to maintain customer engagement and loyalty for the long term.
By Robert Woo
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How Retail Leaders Can Build a Data-Driven Culture That Actually Works
Struggling with data analytics in retail? Learn why culture is the #1 barrier & get a leader's guide to building a team that uses data to drive profit.
By Kara Zawacki
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The Complete SMS Marketing Guide for Retailers in 2025
Maximize ROI with SMS Marketing in 2025. Learn compliant, high-converting retail SMS strategies that help retailers boost sales and customer engagement fast.
By Kara Zawacki
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10 Clienteling Mistakes That Are Costing You Sales
Discover how to avoid 10 common clienteling mistakes that reduce customer loyalty and impact your bottom line, with data-backed solutions for retail directors.
By Kara Zawacki
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7 Proven Strategies to Boost Retail Foot Traffic Through Personalized Marketing
Winning the Foot Traffic Battle: How Personalized Marketing Brings Customers Back to Retail Stores
By Kara Zawacki
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How to Identify VIPs and Provide a Truly Exclusive Experience
Learn proven strategies to identify your VIPs and create the personalized experiences that keep them coming back again and again.
By Robert Woo
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How to Identify and Engage Your VIP Retail Customers
Discover data-driven strategies to identify your VIP retail customers and personalized engagement tactics to boost customer loyalty and increase your sales.
By Kara Zawacki
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Things to Know Before Buying CRM Software: A Quick & Dirty Guide for Retail Brands
If you're evaluating CRM software for your retail brand, you’re not just choosing a platform — you’re choosing a growth partner. Whether you're overseeing 50 stores in the US or expanding your footprint across the globe, the right CRM can transform how your teams sell, serve, and scale.
By Kara Zawacki
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The Very Brief Guide to Appointments in Retail
Learn how to set up and promote a retail appointment program that boosts sales, enhances customer experience, and keeps shoppers coming back.
By Philip Marshall
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How to Get Local Online Shoppers to Visit In-Store for the First Time
Local online shoppers are a huge opportunity for your stores, but how do you coax them off the couch and into your aisles?
By Robert Woo
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How to Get First-Time Shoppers to Shop a Second Time
Learn six proven strategies to engage, delight, and convert first-time shoppers into returning customers.
By Robert Woo
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The Very Brief Guide to Clienteling in Luxury Retail in 2025
Learn the art of white-glove clienteling to transform every shopper into a lifelong customer.
By Robert Woo
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How to Prepare for Better Clienteling in 2025
Clienteling is the key to customer loyalty and repeat purchases. With these 5 strategies, you can make 2025 your best clienteling year yet.
By Robert Woo
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How to Use Retail Clienteling to Lure Back Lapsed Customers
Are you struggling to retain customers? Discover 6 clienteling strategies you can use to turn your lapsed customers into loyal fans.
By Robert Woo
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How to Personalize Bulk Messages for Better Clienteling
Transform boring bulk messages into personalized clienteling masterpieces that actually drive engagement and replies.
By Kara Zawacki
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Slick Moves: How to Achieve Frictionless Retail
Struggling with abandoned carts and lost sales? Learn how you can reduce friction in your retail store to boost sales and delight customers.
By Robert Woo
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The 3 Best Customer Segments for Driving In-Store Foot Traffic
Stumped on how to drive in-store foot traffic? Discover why these three customer segments are proven to boost brick-and-mortar sales and engagement.
By Kara Zawacki
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Top Clienteling Strategies for Omnichannel Retailers
Discover today's top clienteling strategies to enhance customer relationships and boost sales. Get actionable tips and tried-and-true techniques for omnichannel retailers to thrive.
By Kara Zawacki
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Why Your Retail Store Needs a CRM Before Opening Day
Discover why integrating a retail CRM before your retail store opens is the key to unlocking sustained success and customer loyalty.
By Robert Woo
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Endear vs Gorgias: The Battle of the Retail Support Platforms
In the battle of retail support, Gorgias offers fast, AI-driven assistance, while Endear focuses on the entire customer journey through live chat within a CRM. Find out which platform suits your needs best and boosts your retail success.
By Robert Woo
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Merging In-Store Clienteling with Online Marketing Segmentation: A Retailer's Guide
Transform your retail strategy with personalized clienteling. Explore actionable tips to blend in-store experiences seamlessly with digital segmentation for unmatched customer engagement.
By Robert Woo
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5 Clienteling Metrics for Retail Brands to Obsess Over
Discover the pivotal KPIs for assessing your retail clienteling efforts. Learn how metrics like NPS, Churn Rate, and customer lifetime value can shape a personalized shopping experience that boosts loyalty.
By Robert Woo
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Revolutionizing Customer Engagement in 2024: Mastering Text Messages for Retail Success
Explore the power of personalized text marketing in 2024. Learn some core principles and get 5 effective strategies to stand out and engage customers.
By Kara Zawacki