Retail Ireland Skillnet

Why you should Invest in Employee Development

As a retailer, do you think your staff feels appreciated and recognised? The vast majority of today’s workers report that they are overworked and underappreciated. Most retail employees – regardless of current position – have ambitions for a more senior level than where they currently stand. The challenge is that we are so busy keeping …

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Online Sales Hindered by Inadequate Irish Broadband?

Despite the fact that Ireland is home to many of the big internet companies such Ebay and Google, many of our domestic small and medium enterprises are lacking an online presence. A large proportion of potential business is being lost to international and UK retailers. (More here) According to a digital scorecard issued by the …

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Certificate in Social Media-Retail-Ireland-Skillnet

Social Media for Retailers. Part 1

Why should retailers engage in social media? If retailers are able to connect with consumers on social media they increase their visibility with an audience that’s already inclined to buy their products. Using social media can help retailers build brand awareness and extend the amount of time potential customers spend interacting, browsing and considering a …

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