by Mercato Team | Jan 5, 2019 | Personnel
Employees matter. It is essential to find the right employees to represent your brand. Employees play a huge role in customer service which greatly determines your store’s success (Here’s more about how). But how do you find dedicated employees who care about your...
by Mercato Team | Dec 15, 2018 | Legal & Finance
Long gone are the days of running a tab or keeping a house account at the local grocery store. Today’s customer relies heavily on the use of credit cards, with 77% of consumers surveyed preferring to use debit or credit over cash, check or other form of payment....
by Mercato Team | Dec 9, 2018 | Industry Tips & Trends, Personnel
2018 saw the rise of the minimum wage in 18 states, impacting small businesses from coast to coast. While the federal minimum wage remains at $7.25 per hour, many states were already in the $8-10 range and are now tracking to reach $15, most via a phased-in...
by Mercato Team | Dec 5, 2018 | Growing Your Business, Industry Tips & Trends
It’s that time of year: leaves are falling, everything is turning pumpkin spice, and kids in costumes are showing up at your doorstep begging for candy. It can only mean one thing – the holiday season is around the corner! While the holidays might stress you...
by Mercato Team | Nov 15, 2018 | Inventory
The Dos and Dont’s of Inventory Management Managing your inventory can be confusing, but here are some tips and tricks for efficient inventory management, calculating inventory turnover ratios, and maintaining the right balance of inventory types for your...
