Business Articles

By John Donalies
Published: May 14, 2013
By using an online auction site such as eBay, you can reach new customers and boost your store’s bottom line
By Tom Palmer
Published: May 14, 2013
Many hobby stores are carrying so-called ‘nontraditional’ products in an effort to stay afloat; read why retailers say it’s a good idea
By Nick Bullock
Published: May 14, 2013
Why it’s worthwhile for hobby retailers to reward employees for sales goals, and how to best create such a sales-incentive program
By Nick Bullock
Published: May 14, 2013
By Tom Palmer
Published: April 15, 2013
Independent stores see a benefit by stressing service, community
By Tim Kidwell
Published: April 15, 2013
Some of hobby’s biggest advocates share their shopping habits and advice for hobby store owners and hobby manufacturers
By Nick Bullock
Published: April 15, 2013
Content marketing is an easy — and increasingly essential — way to get your name out to current and potential customers

By Charlene Oldham
Published: March 14, 2013
It’s not just about product; you should also focus on providing great customer service and on letting people know about your store
By William J. Lynott
Published: March 14, 2013
How to create a younger customer base, turn your store into a kid-friendly hangout and understand today’s new shoppers
By Nick Bullock
Published: March 14, 2013

Retail expert Tom Shay shares how a cleverly designed hobby shop can help direct customers and sell merchandise

By Nick Bullock
Published: February 14, 2013
By Tom Palmer
Published: February 14, 2013

For some store owners, attending trade shows can take away from day-to-day operations; find out why one dealer says it’s worth it

By Nick Bullock
Published: February 14, 2013

The authors, all experts in the field, show how to grow your business, understand your customers and beat the competition

By Chuck Leddy
Published: February 14, 2013
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