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How to Improve Employee Engagement in Retail: Importance, Ideas & Solutions

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A McKinsey study discovered that the turnover rate in the retail industry is 70% higher than in other industries. This alarming figure raises questions about the working conditions in retail sectors. Are retail employees truly motivated and committed to their workplace? Has this always been the case in the retail industry?

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Top 10 Employee Roster Apps for 2025

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For teams spread across multiple locations—or operating in shift-heavy industries like retail, hospitality, or support—team roster software acts as a single source of truth. Sling – Best for Shift Swaps and Employee Autonomy Sling is another popular staff roster app that gives employees more control over their schedules.

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How Small Teams Can Win With Micro-Workforce Management

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Running workforce operations across multiple retail locations with small, lean teams is no easy task, especially when foot traffic fluctuates, employees want flexible hours, and labor laws don’t budge. Employees felt more in control of their schedules, which boosted morale and reduced last-minute call-outs by 37%.

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SmithGroup Offices – Phoenix

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After more than 15 years at the Arizona Center, a two-tower office and retail complex in downtown Phoenix, SmithGroup was ready to redefine its Phoenix workplace.

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Free Employee Scheduling Software: The Top 10 in 2025!

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Budgeting & Cost Analysis: Compare actual labor costs against budgets, identify trends, and forecast future expenses to maintain financial control. For businesses seeking a flexible and intuitive scheduling solution, Buddy Punch delivers efficiency and control across diverse work environments.

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Rethinking Mobile Usage Policies at Work

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Types of Mobile Usage Policies at Work When it comes to managing mobile phone use in the workplace, different environments require different levels of control. Remote Wipe & Access Controls: Solutions like Microsoft Intune let organizations manage who can access company data, and remove it if a device is lost or compromised.

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6 emotions that come up in difficult conversations—and how to handle them professionally

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If their anger becomes inappropriate, pause the conversation and let everyone take a break and regain control of their emotions. Adapted from The Emotional Intelligence Advantage by Amy Jacobson, available at all leading retailers. Visit www.amyjacobson.com.au for more.