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Asian Star and Carla Corporation join The Plumb Club
The Plumb Club Welcomes Two New Members New York – The Plumb Club is pleased to announce the addition of two new companies to its roster of esteemed members. The inclusion of these qualified companies now brings the total membership to 50 vetted suppliers and manufacturers, representing well over 100 jewelry, watch, and service brands […]
Give Your Customers the Platinum Crown They Deserve
Most consumers have thought about their engagement ring for years and will most likely have an idea of what they want when they enter a jewelry store to make a purchase. However, what they may not already know are the benefits of choosing platinum. This presents an opportunity to educate them on all of the […]
Pantone Colors for Spring 2022 Reflect Optimism
Pantone’s seasonal palettes elevate the color conversation in style and design. Our need for calm and comfort with free-spirited optimism is clearly expressed in Pantone’s Fashion Color Trend Report for Spring/Summer 2022, representing a diverse and distinctive range of grounded and exuberant hues. The new seasonal palette, inspired by the colors pervasive in the latest […]
TPC Kicks off 2022 with More Retailer Focused Podcasts
New York – The Plumb Club’s January podcasts have been posted to PlumbClub.com, giving retailers valuable information to help them begin navigation of 2022. This month’s podcasts feature two distinct topics. The first podcast provides retailers with expert advice and tools to help them grow sales. The second talks about one of the fastest growing […]
Record Sales for 2021, Continued Growth in 2022,
& Challenges to Meet
2021 has been a good year for the Jewelry Business Holiday retail sales during November and December are expected to grow 8.5% to 10.5% over 2020 to between $843 billion and $859 billion, forecasts the National Retail Federation (NRF). Even at the low end of its forecast, that would be both the largest growth rate […]
Marketing Luxury in 2022
Consumers have a new appreciation and desire for more choices in the jewelry they wear. The global luxury market is estimated to return to pre-pandemic levels in 2022, according to the 2021 True-Luxury Global Consumer Insight Report by Boston Consulting Group and the Altagamma Foundation. Among the main drivers of growth, cites the report, have […]
How to do Your Payroll for a Small Business
Doing payroll yourself can be as easy as these eight steps. Processing payroll by yourself can be complex, and if you’re doing it for the first time, it’s crucial to consult an expert before you get started. The challenge of processing your payroll is what you may miss. For example, if you enter deductions […]
Protecting Personal Information: A Guide for Business
Most companies keep sensitive personal information in their files—names, Social Security numbers, credit card, or other account data—that identifies customers or employees. This information often is necessary to fill orders, meet payroll, or perform other necessary business functions. However, if sensitive data falls into the wrong hands, it can lead to fraud, identity theft, or […]
How to Protect your Online Store- Five Best Practices
A secure e-commerce platform is the foundation of a secure online store. Here are five security tips to help you protect your e-commerce site. The e-commerce industry is one of the most lucrative targets for cybercriminals, which is why it’s critical for online retailers to be aware of the risks and take the right steps […]
The Best Ways to Hire Salespeople
Many firms talk about talent management, but few deal systematically with a basic fact: average annual turnover in sales is 25 to 30%. This means that the equivalent of the entire sales organization must be hired and trained every four years or so, and that’s expensive. Consider these stats. Direct replacement costs for a telesales […]