THE BLOG

Our successes are defined by the successes of others—by the successes of people like you.  2017 was a great year for The Mann Group, but it wasn’t a g...

It’s nearly the most wonderful time of the year again, and that means people are grabbing their bags and wallets and heading to their mecca of seasona...

Let me preface this tale with a fact: it is incredibly difficult to break habits. That being said, it’s important to shake things up and embrace your ...

There is no sign of dedication and devotion as abiding as a tattoo. For centuries, folks have used ink to symbolize their commitment to lovers and mot...

It’s not a question that’s easy to answer; you can’t exactly walk up to a customer and ask them for an in-depth review. Comment cards are archaic and ...

In today’s specialty retail industry, we often find ourselves being tugged by opposing forces, most of which can be divided into two camps: modern or ...

Some retailers just get it. It’s about creating a culture—the kind of atmosphere that employees are proud and excited to support, with products they c...

As retail shifts and changes in the 21st century, many brick and mortars are considering new forms of retail, including mobile storefronts housed in t...

As specialty retailers and manufacturers, it’s integral we all remember to represent the value of our product. If we’re selling a high-quality product...

Effective Feedback—the importance of offering feedback to your team might well be the utmost skill needed for success in Retail. If you’re reluctant t...

It’s a New Year, and that means “new” everything. New goals, new dreams, new plans. Retailers across the country begin the year with these big ideas—i...

As 2016 comes to a close, so does our series on GEAR. From Get Involved, to Edit, to Appeal, to Relationship, we’ve broken down the various facets of ...