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Hire candidates that care
Customers Count
July 7, 2026
Find job candidates who are compassionate about the job and other people.
How to build million-dollar cash flow
Retailer Reflections
July 7, 2026
Build cash confidence so that all else will get easier in your store.
Principles for peak season Merchandising
Taking Stock
July 7, 2026
Fundamentals of merchandising can drive sales during busy season.
More than a magazine
Editor's Note
July 7, 2026
Seaside Retailer is committed to helping its readers thrive.
Setting positive expectations
Customers Count
April 29, 2026
Create a vacation-friendly atmosphere with thoughtful touches in your store.
Find your Goldilocks zone
Retailer Reflections
April 29, 2026
Strategic buying keeps your store profitable for peaks and valleys.
Set the stage for summer sales
Taking Stock
April 29, 2026
Create a strong merchandising strategy for summer.
Orlando, here we come
Editor's Note
April 29, 2026
Coastal Connections will offer worthwhile education in Orlando.
A retailer’s guide to margins
Retailer Reflections
March 3, 2026
Proper margins can help seaside retailers create a more sustainable business.
Be ready for returns
Customers Count
March 3, 2026
Develop a fair, friendly return policy for your coastal store.
Turn sampling into a sales strategy
Taking Stock
March 3, 2026
Lean on tasting events and trunk shows to make memorable moments in your store.
A season of opportunity
Editor's Note
March 3, 2026
The new spring season brings much enthusiasm.
Smooth sailing through tech changes
Customers Count
Dec. 22, 2025
Try new technology to streamline your shop and strengthen your team.
How to beat online competition
Retailer Reflections
Dec. 22, 2025
Relationships and strong marketing can give retailers an edge over online competitors....
Prep for the summer rush
Taking Stock
Dec. 22, 2025
Set up thoughtful presentations for a successful summer season.
Good things are coming in 2026
Editor's Note
Dec. 22, 2025
Seaside Retailer wants to be a go-to resource in the new year.
Phone etiquette that wins customers
Customers Count
Oct. 28, 2025
Fine tune your phone etiquette for success.
How to stop buying yourself broke
Retailer Reflections
Oct. 28, 2025
Break free from the buy-sell-broke cycle.
Blend festive flair with coastal charm
Taking Stock
Oct. 28, 2025
Blend festive flair with coastal charm.
What’s your story?
Editor's Note
Oct. 28, 2025
What makes your store and story unique?
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