Endless Aisles Special Ordering allows you to sell thousands of items that you don’t even have in-store, and have them shipped directly to your customers’ doorsteps! Learn more about Special Ordering here. Here are 5 ways to use Special Ordering in your store: 1. Sell More Items Have your staff ask customers who are leaving your store empty-handed if they would like to order items they didn’t see...
Though there were twists, turns, and many hardships in 2020, we are thankful for the support that we’ve received from our retailers over the past year. In a time where small businesses have been tested and challenged beyond what any of us ever could have imagined, they have also grown and adapted to serve their communities and customers without hesitation. We wanted to take some time to reflect...
The holidays are quickly approaching, and we are now in the midst of the busiest shopping season of the year. While managing your brick and mortar and online stores, it’s also critical to keep up on social media. The holiday season is always a time for increased social media activity, and this year more than ever, it is especially important. Now is the perfect time to boost your social media...
September is here, which means the 2020 holiday season is right around the corner! This year has been unprecedented and unpredictable, and the holidays will likely look different this year as well. This year more than ever, people will feel grateful and excited to celebrate the holidays, and consumers will be looking for gifts for their pets! It will be crucial for businesses to adapt to...
Instagram Stories are a candid and creative way to engage with your audience that can help you keep up with the competition and grow your business. What are Instagram Stories? Instagram Stories allow users to post photos, videos, and more to their Instagram accounts that are only visible for 24 hours. Stories are not shown on a user’s feed, but instead are seen at the top of their profile, and...
With the global health crisis of COVID-19, the world is currently in uncharted territory. As consumers are now spending most of their time at home and limiting their social interactions, there is a significant decrease in in-store shopping. A shift in the way small businesses communicate with their customers might be necessary to maintain the trust and connection they have worked so hard to earn...
Running a small business can be chaotic, stressful, and things can get unorganized. Keeping your business organized by optimizing daily tasks is important so that you can focus on growing your business. Luckily, there are online tools that can help you and your team stay on top of different tasks. Let’s take a look at some of our top picks for online tools for small businesses! Task Organization...
As mobile technology continues to evolve, SMS marketing, or “text message marketing” is growing at an exponential rate. SMS marketing is a way for small businesses to market to a highly targeted group of their customers by sending them text messages about sales, discounts, reminders, and more. Keep reading to learn more about how SMS marketing can grow your business. Why SMS Marketing? SMS...
How customer service differs in-store and online. When a customer shops in your store, your well-trained staff is there to help them with any purchasing decisions they need to make. From offering assistance with brand or product recommendations, to being a personal, friendly face, your customers know that your staff is there for them. When a customer shops online on your website, the shopping...
The New Year is officially here, and the pet industry is continuing to rapidly grow and expand. 2020 is expected to be the biggest year in pet retail yet, and we are excited for what is to come. Check out our 6 projected trends for pet retail in 2020! Humanization In almost every industry, consumers appreciate brands that tell a story, and this will continue to be a major trend in the pet...