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When organizations care about the development of their associates through engaged coaching and true commitment to their well being in the form of personal and professional development, the return on investment comes in ways much more valuable than the financial type . Way to go Burlington!

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🎳 Team Building and Celebrating Success! 🎉 Last night, our Orlando team hit the lanes for a fun night of bowling to celebrate a significant sales benchmark. Wesley, our Store Manager, took the initiative and empowered his team to choose how they wanted to celebrate, and bowling was the unanimous choice! As a leader, I believe it's crucial to celebrate milestones and show your team how much they are appreciated. Recognizing their hard work and dedication isn't just about hitting numbers—it's about fostering a positive and supportive work culture. Nights like these remind us all that success is a team effort, and taking the time to celebrate together is essential. How often do leaders empower their teams to take time out for activities like this? It's more than just fun—it's a way to build stronger, more connected teams. Cheers to the Orlando team for their fantastic work! #TeamBuilding #Leadership #EmployeeRecognition #Success #GlassesUSA

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🌟 From Retail to Real-World Leadership 🌟 It’s often underestimated just how much experience in retail prepares you for a successful career in leadership! After years in the industry, here’s what I (and so many other retail leaders) have learned: ✅ Customer-Centric Mindset ✅ Team Development & Training ✅ Adaptability & Problem Solving ✅ Data-Driven Decision Making ✅ Financial & Operational Management ✅ Resilience Retail has been an incredible training ground, helping leaders build a skill set that’s as diverse as it is impactful. Here’s to all the retail professionals out there mastering the art of leadership every day! #RetailLeadership #CustomerExperience #TeamBuilding #Adaptability #Resilience #GrowthMindset

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At Ulta, we believe in the possibilities of our associates. The possibilities to dream big dreams. To be exactly who they are. To chart the course of their own career. If you have that same passion, click here to learn more: https://bit.ly/45CkYeK #MakeupJunkie #beautywithoutlimits

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🚨 September in retail means one thing—Holiday season is just around the corner! Are your teams ready to tackle the rush? Now’s the time to focus on **planning and prioritizing** to ensure smooth, strategic execution. What’s urgent now? What’s your plan to build strong leaders that can thrive at holiday speed? Start investing in your team today. When you **plan the work and work the plan**, your team will feel in control, less stressed, and healthier—setting the stage for success. Let’s set our teams up for success and take on the back half of the year and holiday season together! #RetailLeadership #PlanningForSuccess #teamdevelopment #healthyliving

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Just last month a Rite Aid store manager was robbed while trying to make a cash run utilizing a ride share service. Having secure and reliable transport solutions is not just about protecting assets, but employees as well. If you have questions about how OSS can help your business streamline your cash logistics, speak with one of our experts. https://loom.ly/LegBWe8 #RiskManagement #CashInTransit #CashManagement

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Excited to share H&R Block's 2024 Outlook on American Life Report. It offers a complete view of how four generations of Americans are faring financially. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/ehPC5XYj #OutlookOnAmericanLife #LoveMyJobAtBlock

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Let's Finish Strong, Together! As we sprint towards the finish line of another year, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to our incredible Store Network Development (SND) team. Your unwavering dedication, relentless work ethic, and unwavering commitment to excellence have been instrumental in driving our success. The recent one-day post-mortem analysis and workshop was a powerful reminder of our collective strength and the importance of continuous learning. By reflecting on our achievements and challenges, we've gained invaluable insights that will propel us forward. Let's channel this newfound energy and knowledge into the final stretch of the year. Let's support one another, lift each other up, and finish strong on all our pending tasks. By embracing the process improvements we've committed to, we'll not only streamline our work but also enhance our overall efficiency and effectiveness. As December approaches, let's approach each day with renewed vigor and a positive mindset. Together, we can overcome any obstacle and achieve extraordinary results. Let's make this year-end a testament to our team's resilience, innovation, and unwavering spirit. Here's to a brighter future, filled with new opportunities and endless possibilities. Let's finish strong, together! #SNDTeam #StrongerTogether #EndOfYearGrind #ContinuousImprovement #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork"

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What do baby formula and hair products have in common? I was working an ORC case in the New Jersey area. We were tracking a group of boosters specialized in baby formula theft. They would enter stores wearing what looked like a munitions bandolier (a belt that carries ammunition). The bandolier holsters were lined with aluminum foil as not to set off store alarms. The group of thieves would enter the store skinny, load up their bandoliers, and walk out fat.  After extensive surveillance, we identified the fence that was buying the stolen formula and reselling it. We didn’t have a warrant for the fence’s arrest, so with the help of the Homeland Security Investigations, we arranged a “knock and talk.” We knocked on the door of the warehouse and to the building owner let us in. Sure enough, the warehouse was packed with pallets of stolen formula, most of which still had the label of the retailer it came from. We got what needed to get a warrant and make the arrest, but there is more to the story! As I was exploring the warehouse, I walked into a backroom and there were several pallets of L’Oreal hair care products in brand new packaging from the manufacturer with shipping labels. I took pictures of the labels and sent them to a friend at L’Oreal. Did I mention that one of the great things about loss prevention is that we all work together?! It turned out these palettes were from two different cargo thefts in New York State. Different boosters often use the same fences to move their stolen goods. To answer the initial question, baby formula and hair care products are popular products for perpetrators of organized retail crime! This is a great use case for the ThinkLP Complex Investigations space. This case was about tracking store theft and at the store level thieves tend to stick to certain products (baby formula) in certain retailers (convenience stores).  At the fence level, all the product is comingled (baby formula, L’Oreal, Mucinex, DeWalt Tools). Using the Complex Investigations space, you can work your specific case, but also share information on a related case with fellow retailer ORCs to avoid conflicting investigations and collaborate more efficiently. Criminals are “equal opportunity” in what they steal and resell. Similarly, ThinkLP makes cracking down on ORC equal opportunity. #organizedretailcrime

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At Ulta, we believe in the possibilities of our associates. The possibilities to dream big dreams. To be exactly who they are. To chart the course of their own career. Click here to learn more: https://bit.ly/4id0zmt #MakeupLover #beautywithoutlimits

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Great week seeing all the hard work, focus, dedication of the Baltimore-DC teams. They continue to impress me with their urgency, focus on improving efficiencies, dedication to their people-leading with empathy/relate ability, and being ambiguity solvers! Great job team, keep working to; 1. Raise the Energy of the Room Being a positive force uplifts team morale and drives productivity. Bringing energy creates a collaborative atmosphere where people feel motivated and inspired to do their best work. 2. Be Enjoyable to Work With People want to collaborate with those who are approachable and kind. A positive attitude and adaptability foster stronger relationships, making teamwork smoother and more effective. 3. Keep Your Commitments Reliability builds trust. When you consistently follow through on your promises, you demonstrate integrity and become someone others can depend on, which strengthens your professional reputation. 4. Lead Regardless of Title True leadership isn’t defined by a title but by action. Step up, offer solutions, and support others when needed. By leading from wherever you are, you elevate not only yourself but the entire team.

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As you are planning for the back half of the year, ask yourself these two questions: 1.     Do you know what the condition of your displays, merchandising and down stocking are in retail right now and do you have a plan to fix them? 2.     Does your company have staff in place to serve customers in the retail stores during the busy holiday season? If you find yourself uncertain about either question, it’s time to connect with us. At Premium Retail Services, we offer innovative AI-Powered Audits and Assisted Sales Programs that are transforming the way businesses engage with customers and oversee their retail displays. AI-Powered Audits: Leveraging our exclusive Premium 360 platform, we harness the power of genuine machine learning AI through our extensive field network to swiftly provide you with a comprehensive overview of your display conditions across all retail partners. This service includes high-resolution imagery of each display, and together, we can devise a plan to rectify any issues well ahead of the holiday rush. Assisted Sales Programs: Elevate the consumer shopping experience with our expert sales associates, who are thoroughly trained and prepared to support customers during critical holiday sales periods. No matter the scale of your program, from 10 to 1,000 stores, our team is equipped to seamlessly integrate and boost your sales. Please reach out to me and we can give you a demonstration of our capabilities. #RetailInnovation #HolidaySales #AIPoweredRetail #AssistedSales #PremiumRetailServices

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Along with making team members feel important is keeping team members engaged and maintaining that engagement by matching their skill levels to various components of the project/ tasks. Listening to their feedback and incorporating their ideas/opinions in the implementation of the rollout further encourages engagement and maintains overall motivation. Although an associate’s personal passions may not fully align with an organization’s programs that are rolled out maintaining transparency on the importance of the new program for the benefit of the organization’s clientele and the organization’s success is critical. Explaining the “why” and the importance of that associate’s support/participation in supporting the rollout is equally important. Providing support/encouragement to those associates in achieving their personal goals is important for both associate retention and maintaining their support for future company program rollouts.

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🌟 Empowering Teams, Driving Success 🌟 As the Florida Area Manager at Aroma360, I’ve learned that success is not just about hitting targets—it’s about building and empowering a team that believes in the mission. Overseeing retail operations means juggling many priorities, but it always comes back to one thing: the people. Every day, I focus on creating an environment where my team can thrive, solve challenges, and grow. Whether it’s refining sales strategies, overcoming objections, or enhancing the customer experience, I’m proud to lead a team that’s always pushing boundaries and reaching new heights. 🚀 Leadership Tip: Real success comes from listening to your team and giving them the tools to succeed. Trusting your team and being adaptable is key to creating a culture of growth and collaboration. 💡 How are you empowering your team to achieve more? Let’s share strategies! #Leadership #RetailManagement #TeamBuilding #Success #Empowerment #GrowthMindset #Aroma360

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🚀 ALTA is Dominating the Industry/Breaking Boundaries-Join Us as a District Manager in Kansas🚀 This is not your average job offer—this is your chance to lead, inspire, and grow with one of the fastest-growing companies in retail! Alta has skyrocketed over the last 5 years, growing 40% and expanding from 3 states to 11. And we’re just getting started! We’re looking for a bold, visionary District Manager in Kansas who is ready to take this region to the next level. Why You Should Be Excited About This Opportunity: 💥 F: Lead 8-12 high-performing stores, driving profits, crushing goals, and fueling growth in one of our hottest markets. 💥 BE PART OF SOMETHING BIG: With our massive growth, there’s no ceiling here. Alta promotes from within, and this role is a launchpad for your career. We need leaders who want to move up, and we’re ready to invest in YOU. 💥 Shape the Future: You’ll be implementing high-impact strategies, growing teams, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in retail. Your leadership will directly shape the future of our brand in Kansas! What’s In It for You? 🌟 Unlimited Growth: As we continue our explosive expansion, your hard work won’t go unnoticed. This is where careers take off! 🌟 Make your IMPACT Felt: This isn’t just a job—this is an opportunity to build, innovate, and leave your mark on a company that’s breaking records in the industry. 🌟 The Fast Lane to Promotion: We’ve expanded from 3 states to 11 in the past five years, and we’re still growing. That means more opportunities for YOU to step up and move into higher leadership roles. Who We’re Looking For: 🚀 A seasoned leader with 5+ years in retail, gasoline, or food service management ready to manage multiple locations with confidence. 🚀 A people developer who can inspire teams, grow talent, and create the next generation of leaders. 🚀 A strategic thinker who can see the big picture and turn vision into action. 🚀 Ready to hit the road and drive change as a “road warrior” across locations. Ready to Grab This Opportunity? 💥 If you’re hungry for success and want to lead with confidence, this is your shot. Join us and become a key player in one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry. We’re looking for a leader like YOU to fuel our next chapter of growth. The future is waiting — take it! 🔗 Apply Now: http://tiny.cc/Alta1 📍 Location: Kansas #BigOpportunities #DistrictManager #RetailLeadership #UnitedPacific #CareerGrowth #FastTrackToSuccess #KansasJobs #TakeTheLead #PromoteFromWithin #ExplosiveGrowth

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Get the inside information on new products, programs and more from Leviton. A great segment in the Leviton Insider, Leviton's Latest will keep you up to date with some great insider information. #LevitonInsider #LevitonsLatest #Leviton

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Here is some insight for those who have forgotten, or just don't realize it that retail leaders are among the most talented, dedicated, and hard working people out there. Most of us hear, oh you are in “Retail” and scuff at it. Well let me tell you it’s not as easy as some people might think. Here is a list of 100 skills or areas of expertise that retail leaders demonstrate on a daily basis: 1. Sales 2. Customer service 3. Customer experience 4. Customer engagement 5. Customer relationship management 6. Clientele development 7. Customer loyalty 8. Customer data capture 9. Customer conversion 10. Conflict resolution 11. B2B sales 12. Business development 13. Store operations 14. Process development 15. Policy & procedure development 16. Program development 17. Pilot/test programs 18. Product launches 19. Program implementation 20. Change management 21. Regulatory compliance 22. Administration 23. Reporting 24. Planning 25. Organization 26. Time management 27. Forecasting 28. P&L control 29. Finance 30. Budgeting 31. Expense control 32. Profit maximization 33. Supply management 34. Sales & profit analysis 35. Category analysis 36. E-commerce 37. Omni-channel fulfillment 38. Buy online, pickup in store 39. Ship from store 40. Curbside pickup 41. Inventory management 42. Merchandise planning 43. Buying 44. Product ordering 45. Supply chain management 46. Shipping/receiving 47. Freight processing 48. Pricing 49. Visual merchandising 50. Visual presentation 51. Inventory control 52. Markdown management 53. Vendor relations 54. Loss prevention 55. Inventory reconciliation 56. Shrink/waste reduction 57. Workplace safety 58. Security 59. Human resources 60. Workforce planning 61. Talent acquisition 62. Networking 63. Recruiting 64. Interviewing 65. Hiring 66. On-boarding 67. Scheduling 68. Payroll control 69. Labor management 70. Training 71. Talent development 72. Talent management 73. Team building 74. Engagement 75. Recognition 76. Retention 77. Performance management 78. Progressive discipline 79. Performance reviews 80. Coaching 81. Mentoring 82. Succession planning 83. Leadership development 84. HR file management 85. Employment law 86. Labor relations 87. Union negotiations 88. Marketing 89. Promotions 90. Event planning 91. Media relations 92. Market analysis 93. New store development 94. Store remodels/relocations 95. Space planning 96. Project management 97. Community relations 98. Charitable fundraising 99. Partnership development 100. Relationship management #retail #retailleaders #retailmanagers

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