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Will the Coronavirus Kill Black Friday?

From Fifth Avenue and Rodeo Drive to small stores in the heartland of the country, Black Friday has been a financial boon for retailers and companies. Between the coronavirus and skyrocketing internet sales, will this decades-old shopping tradition end?

October 23, 2020

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Changes to Form 4473 Become Mandatory

The new Form 4473 from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms contains substantial changes over the previous form. Use of this updated form becomes mandatory Nov. 1, 2020.

October 20, 2020

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How to Deliver Meaningful Customer Service

Current circumstances present an opportunity for you and your staff to provide meaningful customer service.

October 12, 2020

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Selling Precision: Get Into the Long-Range Game

Selling precision is big. Be prepared to help customers reach out and touch something in the long-range game.

October 05, 2020

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Expanding Shooting Sports Month

Celebrating beyond August provides more opportunities to grow your business.

September 29, 2020

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Serving Those Who Served

With Veterans Day approaching, now’s the perfect time to show appreciation for those who have served their country and community.

September 24, 2020

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How Employees Interact With Customers Matters

How your employees interact with customers can leave a lasting impression on them and your store. Don't let a bad apple spoil your lot.

September 21, 2020

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Avoid Having a Cluttered, Annoying Website

Is your website clean, uncluttered and visually appealing? Or is it outdated, annoying or a hodge-podge of visual grossness? Don't have the latter.

September 09, 2020

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Battling City Hall About Your Taxes

You can’t fight City Hall (in most cases), but it pays to understand the various taxes and deductions that apply to your business.

September 08, 2020

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Do You Know Your Duress Code?

Does your store have an alarm system with keypad entry? Speak to your provider about setting up a duress code.

September 04, 2020

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Sig Optics, Five Years In

In just a few years, Sig Sauer has come a long way with its electro-optics division — and the future look bright.

August 31, 2020

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Riflescope Cover Installation and Lens Cleaning

It’s not exactly rocket science, but installing scope covers and showing customers how to maintain their optics can help your customer relations.

August 20, 2020

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Tips for Working With News Media

A working relationship with your local media outlets can be a valuable resource. Learn how to build relationships and a media network.

August 11, 2020

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For Retailers, What is the Real Cost of Borrowing?

Retailers need financing for numerous things. Although more funds are available for business lending, often unanswered is all-important question of what is actually the cost of borrowing?

August 10, 2020