RETAILOBSERVER.COM NOVEMBER 2026
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Moe Lastfogel
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n today's business culture, authority roles and responsibilities are usually
shared throughout a company. With everything that a retailer has on their
plate it is almost impossible to get it all done as a one-man (or woman)
show. We're no longer specializing in one product line or one category. To
remain competitive, we're constantly evolving and changing to meet the
different wants, needs, and buying habits of diverse consumers.
How many hats did you wear today? Manager of payroll, IT, marketing,
inventory, logistics, human resources, social media, and of course keeper of
the keys – to name a few. What hat can you let go? Who on your staff could
help you take on some of these tasks so you'll have more time to spend in
other areas of your business?
Have you ever taken a survey of your employees' skill sets that could be
an untapped resource? You may not know it, but there may be a social
media expert, marketing or promotions manager, demonstration cook,
speaker, or home show coordinator already on staff that you've overlooked
because the right questions were never asked.
You're a busy person, juggling family, life, hobbies, and a business. There
are more stressors in business today than at any other time. The internet
age has changed the way we live, work, and think. It has also made it easier
for people to acquire an entirely new repertoire of skill sets. Today's
employee can be a bigger asset to an employer than ever before. Don't let
these skills go to waste.
If you haven't already, I suggest you hold a company town hall meeting or
survey to find out exactly who works for you and how they can help make
your job easier, help run your company more efficiently – and, who knows,
you may even tap into hidden talents that can be used to push your company
to the top of your market.
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