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Sparking interest in spring product
A reader asks merchandise planning expert Steve Pruitt, “Now that January is almost over, what should I do to spark interest in my spring product?”
Read MoreClearing January inventory
A reader asks merchandise planning expert Steve Pruitt, “What are my options so I can make room for new spring goods?”
Read MoreFiscal cliff averted. Should you increase sales plans?
Phew! The fiscal cliff has been averted. Does this mean I should increase my sales plans for the first quarter?
Read MoreCan we expect a sales surge before Christmas?
A retailer asks our merchandise planning expert Steve Pruitt, “Business has been off this season — can we expect a sales surge the last week before Christmas?”
Read MoreWill the strength of the suit business continue?
A readers asks merchandise planning expert Steve Pruitt how long growth in suit sales will last.
Read MoreHow will the ‘fiscal cliff’ affect retailers?
Merchandise planning expert Steve Pruitt takes a question from a retailer concerned about the so-called ‘fiscal cliff” and how will impact the economy.
Read MoreReopening after storm damage
Merchandise planning expert Steve Pruitt has advice for a retailer affected by Hurricane Sandy.
Read MorePlanning business in an election cycle
A reader asks merchandise planning expert Steve Pruitt: “Now that we’re heading into an election cycle and the holiday season at the same time, what should I expect?”
Read MoreFall sales expectations
Merchandise planning expert Steve Pruitt takes a question about fall season sales traffic from a concerned specialty store retailer.
Read MoreDon’t let a slow summer keep you from making the most of fall
Merchandise planning expert Steve Pruitt says don’t hold back for the fall season just because the summer ended with slower sales.
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