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Volume 154 No 5 September/Octoberissue cover photo

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CLICK HERE to explore the current flip-page edition. Part of the successful Meadowbrook Collection from American Woodcrafters, this dining room is available in Sand finish and two-toned Whitewash with Sand tops. See page 11 for more information or visit www.american-woodcrafters.com.

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Checklist For Growing Sales In Challenging Times

Checklist For Growing Sales In Challenging Times Eighteen ways to navigate challenging conditions to achieve sustainable growth and long-term retailing success.

Design & Designer Series: Elements of Furniture Design

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Retail Success: Furniture Enterprises of Alaska

Retail Success: Furniture Enterprises of Alaska How Dave and Rachel Cavitt navigated Alaska’s retail challenges, positioning its mix of Sadler’s Home Furnishings and other brands for growth.

Retail Success: Michael Alan Furniture & Design

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Cutting Costs With Store Lighting Controls

Cutting Costs With Store Lighting Controls Updating inefficient lighting and installing controls helps furniture retailers slash costs, meet sustainability goals and enhance worker safety.

Organic Sales Growth

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Culture Wisdom

Culture Wisdom Creative ideas for building positive corporate cultures.

Questions Only True Sales Professionals Ask!

Questions Only True Sales Professionals Ask! Guide shoppers down a path to the sale that makes the most effective use of everyone’s time.

HFA Reports: Five-Star Customer Experiences

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