Retail
Negotiating commercial leases
Negotiating a commercial lease can be a daunting but crucial step in...
Last-minute ideas for cashing-in on post-Thanksgiving holiday shopping
Black Friday is galloping toward us. With so much holiday shopping activity...
Small business guide to SEO
Great SEO marketing for small businesses can mean the difference between struggling...
The 4 challenges facing retail businesses and what Clover’s doing about them
Clover Retail Growth SaaS (software as a service) is an all-in-one subscription...
Why digital gift cards are a must for last-minute holiday shoppers
The holidays are coming! And it's time to make sure your business...
12 ways to sell more books during the holidays
Is your bookstore ready to handle the holiday season rush? Streamline operations...
How (and why) small businesses should lean into personalization this holiday season
Helping your business and your holiday marketing stand out from the competition...
The ultimate 2024 retail store holiday checklist
Prepping your retail business for the holiday shopping season takes plenty of...
Social media 101 for bookstores
Marketing on social media for bookstores isn’t just about showing the latest...
10 bookstore promotion ideas to drive foot traffic and sales
Savvy bookstore owners can use these fun, creative ideas to market their...
How boutique owners can elevate customer experience with personal styling
Offering personal styling services through your boutique can be a powerful way...
Back to school shopping trends for bookstores
Data shows that small, independent bookstores serve a valuable need for customers,...
Consumers are using gift cards and loyalty programs to beat inflation and manage holiday spending
The results of Clover’s Q3 2024 Gift Card Gauge are in! Holiday...
Unique packaging and gift wrapping ideas for your jewelry
Are you looking for unique jewelry packaging or gift wrapping ideas for...
Retail store equipment and supplies needed for opening day
Getting ready to open a new retail store is exciting, but it...
7 great marketing ideas for flower shops
Looking for inspiration to revitalize your flower shop marketing? From hosting an...
Jewelry store supplies and equipment needed for opening day
For new business owners, choosing the right jewelry store equipment can be...
7 tips for photographing jewelry
Whether you operate an online or brick-and-mortar jewelry store, a display of...
7 summer gift card campaign ideas to help ease the summer slump
Summer can mean a boost in sales for many businesses–for some, it...
10 small business collaboration ideas to grow sales
Small business collaborations are a great way to increase your exposure and...
How to open a jewelry store
Jewelry shops can be a great addition to almost any shopping district...
Should your florist shop offer subscriptions?
Flower subscription services are a great way for florists to boost customer...
How to sell jewelry online
Online jewelry sales are competitive, and it’s important to have strong strategies...
10 ways to maximize space in your small store design
Maximizing space in your small boutique can feel like a tall order....
Why a barcode scanner is an inventory tool you can’t live without
Both efficiency and accuracy may seem impossible regarding inventory management, but a...
Why your business might consider adopting a concierge business model
The concierge business model is creating buzz for quality brands. Learn how...
Dropshipping: What it is & why it might be smart for your small business
Dropshipping is becoming popular among small businesses and eCommerce retailers with little...
Run an effective stock count strategy (plus, a schedule to stick to)
Inventory counting is one of the best ways to help reduce stockouts,...
New business owner guide to recruiting for retail positions
From creating strong job descriptions to asking effective retail interview questions, use...
Event marketing strategies for your small business
Looking to host an event to boost your brand profile and expand...
Cash discount programs: Educate customers effectively with these 5 key tips
Discover how to communicate with your customers about the purpose of cash...
Voice shopping: What eCommerce merchants need to know
Voice shopping sounds futuristic, but it’s quickly becoming a preferred way to...
Virtual stores and the future of eCommerce
Virtual stores utilize the latest technology, including augmented reality (AR) and virtual...
Physical vs digital gift cards: Why offering both is necessary for business success
Gift cards have become a popular choice for friends, family, colleagues, and...
How to run a bookstore more efficiently with your retail POS system
From faster checkouts and integrated customer loyalty programs to powerful sales reporting...
Understanding the principles of scarcity and urgency and how they can help drive sales
Scarcity marketing can help generate urgency around purchasing decisions. Make sure your...
Operating expenses 101 for small businesses
Operating expenses are the costs a business incurs through its regular and...
How to reduce bounce rate on your eCommerce site
Reducing bounce rate is key to converting more visitors into customers. And...
How to embrace SMART goals to maximize your eCommerce conversion rates
The article below explains what SMART goals are. It also details how...
Why is the post-purchase customer experience important in the retail industry?
A successful sales process should require diverting some of your time and...
6 Valentine’s Day promotion ideas to help boost orders and sales
Take advantage of all the tools to turn romance into revenue. Read...
5 must-watch trends in retail small businesses for 2024
The new year’s coming and bringing a few must-know retail trends. Check...
What is a card-not-present (CNP) transaction?
Card-not-present (CNP) transactions are on the rise as eCommerce sales continue to...
Ramp up your holiday eCommerce strategy with tips from Clover merchants
Not sure if you’re doing enough for your small business to maximize...
How retailers can deal with overstock and surplus inventory
In a retailer’s perfect world, every inventory item would fly off the...
How to motivate employees–during the holidays and year-round
As a small business owner, figuring out how to motivate employees is...
5 retail checkout counter ideas to help improve the customer experience
A well-designed cash wrap experience can do wonders for your customer's experience...
Blind date with a book: How to increase engagement with your bookstore
Discover the magic of blind date with a book! Setting up this...
How inflation and gift availability will impact 2023 holiday shopping
According to gift card stats from the Q3 2023 Gift Card Gauge, over...
Unique small business packaging ideas: A guide on how to stand out
Discover the power of unique packaging to help captivate customers, increase brand...
How to help prevent shoplifting in retail stores
Preventing shoplifting is vital for protecting a store's assets, ensuring a positive...
How to harness the power of shopping music for your business
Choosing the right in-store music for your business is important. It sets...
How to increase average order value (AOV) for your eCommerce business or store
Average order value (AOV), the average amount spent per transaction, is an...
Should you sell at a farmers market? (And how to get started)
Selling at a farmers market can be an enticing and profitable opportunity...
How do barcodes work: Understanding barcodes for business
In the fast-paced world of modern businesses, barcodes have revolutionized operations across...
How to ship alcohol: Navigating the regulatory maze and courier options
If you’re in the liquor business or looking to get in, the...
5 ways small businesses maintain a focus on customers and community–despite an unpredictable market
A recent survey of small businesses in the U.S. who use Clover...
What inventory reports you need (and what they are telling you)
Your retail store’s inventory is one of your most valuable assets. How...
Transform your shipping process
Their shipping strategy has created a major shift in the way retailers...
What is safety stock? The importance of retail buffer stock
In the wake of the pandemic, businesses have learned a lot about...
How to take product pictures that stand out
Learning how to take product pictures that stand out can feel daunting,...
How to start a retail pop-up shop–and why you need one
Whether your small business is online or brick-and-mortar, opening a retail pop-up...
How to write a boutique business plan
A boutique business plan won’t just help you stay organized, it’s an...
Social commerce vs. eCommerce: What’s right for your business?
These days, there are endless ways for your business to show up...
Get to know the Clover Mini: A powerful POS system for retailers
While big retailers struggle to implement self-checkout, Clover Mini is helping small...
Omnichannel shoppers are a big opportunity for local retail
With 81 percent[1] of consumers taking action to manage costs, 2023 will...
How to onboard a new employee (including new hire checklist)
Onboarding plays an important role in employee retention and is even shown...
Why shopping secondhand is growing, and how to make your thrift store stand out
Following the pandemic, the popularity of secondhand shopping has taken social media...
How Clover helps retailers run their businesses: Reporting edition
Running a retail business can feel like more than a full-time job....
6 useful apps for boutique owners and small retail businesses
As a boutique owner or small business retailer, you know how important...
5 common sales objections and how to overcome them
Overcoming objections is a frequent challenge in retail, and addressing them is...
How Clover helps retailers run their businesses: Inventory edition
Managing inventory for retail business owners can be a major time suck....
What is COGS? A concise guide for retail businesses
Cost of goods sold (COGS) is an essential metric for retailers, as...
5 essential florist apps to help grow your flower shop business
On top of these changes, you may have faced the challenge of...
How to franchise your small business
Considering expanding your restaurant, retail, or service business? Learn how to franchise...
Here’s to another year of inspiring Clover merchants
Read the stories of some of 2022’s most inspiring Clover merchants. With...
Seasonal hiring: What to expect during the 2022 holiday season
In 2022, temp job seekers have increased and seasonal employee hiring has...
How to leverage social media for a successful Small Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday has been the local-shopping event of the season for...
The power of holiday gift guides for small business
Gift guides are a great way to increase your holiday revenue by...
The more the merrier: How to attract more holiday shoppers to your retail store
The holiday season is the perfect time to attract and convert even...
Which retail format is right for your business?
Brick-and-mortar, digital marketplace, seasonal, or pop-up? There are many different formats to...
5 things you wish you would’ve know before opening your retail store
Imagine if you already knew everything you needed to know about retail...
3 local bookstores on harnessing the power of community
Local bookstores generate love like no other business. These three shops have...
How to make payments as easy as possible for your customers and for you
At a time of rising inflation, with recession fears looming on the...
5 small business trends & practices that aren’t going away post-pandemic: retail edition
These trends shaped the retail industry during COVID-19 and will continue to...
Accept credit card payments with an iPad POS system
With a mobile app and a small, portable credit card reader, you can...