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| Industry Juggernauts at Work |
| Posted Date : 04-26-2013 |
| Unless you're living under a rock, you are aware of the blockbuster purchase of Dimension One Spas by Jacuzzi Group Worldwide.Whether you sell one of the Jacuzzi Group brands (Sundance Spas, Jacuzzi H......... |
| I Am Optimistic In 2013? |
| Posted Date : 03-01-2013 |
| I have to admit, I'm feeling pretty good about 2013. Given the economic train wreck in recent years, it's unfamiliar territory for me.Optimism is in the air. I've talked with dozens of retailers at th......... |
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| OTHER BLOGS |
| First Appearances Can Be Deceiving |
| Posted Date : 01-01-2013 |
| As I reflect on the Pool | Spa | Patio Expo this past November, I am reminded what agreat host New Orleans was for our national show. Everyone I met was excited to greet attendees and showcase the reb......... |
| Politics: The Ultimate Deal Killer |
| Posted Date : 11-01-2012 |
| Politics and religion...two topics that should be off-limits among family and friends, much less printed in a magazine. Yet here I am, breaking my own rule. The 2012 presidential election campai......... |
| Generation X Buyers Are a Tough Sell |
| Posted Date : 09-01-2012 |
| Recently, the U.S. Federal Reserve published the 'Changes in U.S. Family Finances' report (federalreserve.gov). This report, which was last published in 2007, offers a unique barometer and insight to......... |
| The New Normal |
| Posted Date : 07-01-2012 |
| SpaRetailer's Stars is my favorite issue of the year. As corny as it might sound, I love the idea that we formally recognize retailers who are on their "A" game, making a difference in the industry w......... |
| On Demand Consumer Confidence |
| Posted Date : 05-01-2012 |
| One of the joys of publishing a trade magazine for the hot tub industry are the conversations I have with spa manufacturers, suppliers and dealers every day. I've always viewed SpaRetailer as an......... |
| A New Year Resolution for the Industry |
| Posted Date : 03-01-2012 |
| It's a little late to make New Year's resolutions, but not too early to have broken them. So much for going to the gym every week, cutting down on sugar and being home in time for family dinner. (Any......... |
| Chlorine: Taking on the Taboo |
| Posted Date : 01-01-2012 |
| As far as taboo topics are concerned, chlorine remains one of the most misunderstood and uncomfortable subjects spa dealers face with consumers.Our sister publication, Spasearch, surveyed consu......... |
| Is Your Glass Half Full or Half Empty? |
| Posted Date : 11-01-2011 |
| I've always thought of myself as a guy who sees life from a glass that?s half full. But I've got to be honest with you: The last 12 months would challenge even the most optimistic person.In this issu......... |
| Canada is Good for Business |
| Posted Date : 09-01-2011 |
| I've always had a fondness for Canada. This affection is probably influenced by the numerous trips I've taken over the years, ranging from my honeymoon 21 years ago to many family vacations to Whistl......... |
| Retail Stars: Getting Back to the Basics |
| Posted Date : 07-01-2011 |
| Our annual retail stars issue is one of my favorites. It often is the greatest gauge of where the industry is at and where it's going.The retailers we feature don't necessarily represent the highest ......... |
| Trying to Navigate Spa Imports |
| Posted Date : 01-01-2011 |
| As a proud American it's easy to say, "Let's do a story about inferior spa imports." But as a journalist, it becomes a bit more challenging to be balanced and tell the whole story. There's simply......... |
| Work ON...Not IN Your Spa Business |
| Posted Date : 11-01-2010 |
| As you may have already noticed we have significantly changed the cover, departments and features for this special show edition of SpaRetailer magazine. (Don't worry, we will revert back to our regula......... |
| I Am Mad As Hell |
| Posted Date : 09-01-2010 |
| I must admit I raised more than a few eyebrows when I told our editorial staff I wanted to publish a political themed article and feature President Obama on our cover.SpaRetailer is not a political or......... |
| My Store is Busy! |
| Posted Date : 07-01-2010 |
| My favorite part of this job has always been talking to spa retailers on the front line selling directly to consumers. I love hearing the good, bad and ugly of selling hot tubs and swim spas.When time......... |
| Off-Site Events Go Full Circle |
| Posted Date : 05-01-2010 |
| Some things are just better together: peanut butter and jelly, sun and sand, Batman and Robin, popcorn and movies and, of course, spas and off-site events.There's no question that state fairs, home ex......... |
| Chemicals Keep Us Healthy |
| Posted Date : 03-01-2010 |
| I know, at first glance it seems like an oxymoron. For some reason our minds (at least mine) have trouble getting our heads around a socially explosive topic like "green" chemicals.During a 2008 Swiss......... |
| Getting Down to Business |
| Posted Date : 11-01-2009 |
| Unless you live in a cave or don't open your mail, you know that the Int'l Pool | Spa | Patio Expo is quickly approaching -November 13-18 in Las Vegas.Few would disagree that this annual show is impor......... |
| Monetize Your Service Department |
| Posted Date : 09-01-2009 |
| I know I, just like you, love the feeling of closing a big sale and the satisfaction I get from adding a new customer to our business. There's little doubt you work hard to differentiate yourself from......... |
| Making Lemonade Out of Lemons |
| Posted Date : 07-01-2009 |
| This is my favorite issue of the year! Every year we create a SR issue focused on the success, ingenuity and resilience of spa retailers around the country. Our editors and photographers have worked t......... |
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