Blogs
Glossary of Stone Setting Terms
Stone setting is a crucial part of jewelry making and is a skill that enables jewelry makers to work with a range of stones to make some truly wonderful pieces of jewelry. Knowing where to start in the world of jewelry making can be quiet daunting which is why we’ve compiled a list of […]
U.S. Advertising Media Market Spending by Channel
U.S. Advertising Media Market Spending by Channel Keywords: advertising spending
7 Essential Retail Leadership Skills
Management can make or break a team of employees depending on whether they have skills in retail and leadership. Sales leadership skills are tested by navigating retail trends and adapting rules for a new generation of employees. Too strict, and few will want to work for the retail store manager Too lax and the store […]
NRF Forecasts 3.6% Sales Growth in 2024
NRF Forecasts 3.6% Sales Growth in 2024 Keywords: holiday retail sales 2024 forecast, national retail federation
Understanding Consumer Desire and Building Repeat Business
The Plumb Club October Podcasts Provide Retailers with Winning Strategies New York – The educational Plumb Club monthly podcast postings for October have just been added to the learning library. These new podcasts focus on two important areas for retailers – how to translate fashion trends into merchandising plans and sales strategies, and how focusing […]
Diamond Fluorescence
Have you ever been out somewhere and noticed a diamond that looks particularly bright and glowing, you can see it dancing from across the room? Or perhaps you’ve seen a diamond that looks dreary and dull, like it needs a good cleaning. Both of those looks could be caused by the same phenomenon – fluorescence. […]
Lights, Camera, Fashion!
When fall hits, not only are the kids back in school but new couture and colorways make their way into the market, affecting inventory in jewelers’ cases. Merchants need to know how to position existing stock for sale against autumn hues and the latest necklines and sleeve lengths. “Our biggest selling metal, yellow gold, is […]
How SMS Marketing Can Boost Sales: 21 Examples
With 91% of people keeping their phones within reach 24/7, SMS marketing has become a powerhouse for engagement. Despite its effectiveness, many SMS marketers struggle, with the most significant challenge being maintaining text message relevancy. Our blog aims to present the most compelling SMS marketing examples across different industries that helped businesses: 📈 Enhance […]
JVC Guide to Conflict Minerals & the Dodd-Frank Act
JVC Guide to Conflict Minerals & the Dodd-Frank Act Keywords: gold, tin, tantalum, tungsten, scrap, supply chain, metals, policy, law, legislation, SEC, responsible, sustainable, sustainability
Increase Potential Sales by Detailing the Diamond’s Journey
The Plumb Club Presented a Valuable Webinar by De Beers Institute of Diamonds The Plumb Club was pleased to host a valuable learning opportunity for retailers, presented by the De Beers Institute of Diamonds. This webinar, entitled ‘Increase Potential Sales by Detailing the Diamond’s Journey’, took place virtually at the Jewelers Resource Center Auditorium on […]