Dressing to Impress: Refreshing Your Retail Space for the Season


As the seasons shift, it’s the perfect opportunity to give your retail space a fresh new look. Updating the store’s appearance by rearranging displays, refreshing decor, and sprucing up the overall layout can make a huge difference in how customers experience your space. A seasonal makeover not only revitalizes your shop but also creates a welcoming atmosphere that draws shoppers in. One key to enhancing […]

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The Enrichment of Music & Art


Working in a place that you love, especially one that combines music and art, is a truly enriching experience. Imagine walking into a store each day filled with vibrant colors, captivating melodies, and a sense of creative energy that is palpable. This unique environment not only fuels a passion for the arts but also provides a platform for personal growth and fulfillment. Being surrounded by […]

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The Value of Teaching


At both Artist’s Attic and Porch Music Store, our mission transcends merely providing high-quality products, art supplies, and musical instruments. We are deeply committed to spreading the power of art and music throughout our community. We believe that creativity has the potential to transform lives, and we are dedicated to making these forms of expression accessible to everyone. One of the ways we bring our […]

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Engaging With the Community: A Key to Business Success


Integrating and engaging with the local community is crucial for any business. While it’s possible to thrive by simply identifying and fulfilling a need, true success often comes from actively participating in the community. Business owners and managers who genuinely care about their work understand the importance of becoming an integral part of their surroundings. Reaching Out and Building RelationshipsConnecting with your neighbors and participating […]

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People Shop Where They Feel Welcome


You can have the most organized retail environment possible, with the most current stock tastefully displayed. You can lay out your store perfectly to maximize flow and have clear lines of sight on all your most important items. It can be clean as a whistle, fun and engaging, and still fail if only one aspect is being mismanaged: customer service. Nothing is quite as important […]

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Creating an Inviting Atmosphere


Walking into a retail store is an experience that should engage all the senses and leave customers wanting more.

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The Synergy of Shopping Local Year-Round


At its core, the concept of supporting local businesses transcends transactions; it’s about investing in the heartbeat of our communities.

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Taking Stock of your Stock


As we enter a new year, this is the best time to determine your store’s strengths and weaknesses with an annual inventory check.

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Leverage a Supportive Community


Tips for building and fostering your community: 1. Form strategic partnerships, helping each other benefits everyone 2. Post user-generated content, consumers trust consumers 3. Create special offers for “Essential Workers” – show appreciation 4. Donate your time and talent for the greater good (be a community volunteer), It’s heartwarming! ♥️ Customers will be more likely to do business with community-minded organizations and businesses. They will remember […]

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Create a Positive and Optimistic Environment


Always be optimistic and  positive in front of your customers and employees. Focus on building a community not an audience – provide quality content over quantity. Introduce your team, ask questions, share content, use hashtags – be authentic. Engage with your audience. Offer a first-class customer experience. Surround your customers with light-hearted entertainment (especially if they are waiting to get seated or be served). Utilize […]

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