IAA Top 100 revealed
The top 100 independent retailers in the UK and Ireland are revealed in our interactive map. See if you can find a shop near you that has made the cut!
Our checklist for success
Steve identifies the weaknesses in his business. Retail Express is featuring the IAA success checklist in their upcoming issue. Download your copy here now
2011 IAA launches in style
The Independent Achievers Academy, now in its sixth year, has launched its 2011 campaign to share the very best in independent retail advice with you
Overcoming the price disadvantage
When competing on price is too difficult, Nick says it’s key to think about how to make the experience of shopping more relevant and enjoyable
IAA Top 100 Map
The Independent Achievers Academy has named the 100 best independent retailers in the UK in 2010. Read about their success and play with our interactive map!
Staff Development – Skillsmart Retail
Motivating, training and deve¬loping staff is vital, for stores of any size. Herefordshire Retailer Christine Hope gets tips from Skillsmart Retail
What advice would you give a new retailer?
I received an enquiry from a prospective retailer asking for tips recently. This got me thinking – what are the top things a new shop owner must keep in mind?
Independent Achievement
My company runs an annual programme for independent retailers called the Independent Achievers Academy (IAA) that encourages them to do a better job for their customers. Last week, we launched the 2010 programme…
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