Want to see your business grow in the coming year? (Obviously!) Here are five diverse tactics to try in 2019. Buddy up with another business in the community. Partnerships can pay off in spa... Read more
Anyone who’s ever engaged in a heated argument knows the satisfaction of getting in a good last word. The same philosophy should apply to your email signature. No longer just an afterthought... Read more
With Pinterest dreams and Martha Stewart moms, millennial customers have plenty of ideas — and florists are the pros tasked with crafting those fantasies into reality. Laura Daluga, AIFD, ow... Read more
Eager to start 2018 on a high note, 121 floral industry members gathered in Omaha, Nebraska, on January 14 for the latest installment in SAF’s popular 1-Day Profit Blast series. There, they... Read more
It’s been more than two years since Rhonda Bullington attended SAF’s 1-Day Profit Blast in Des Moines, an experience that expanded her skillset and provided a boost in business. When the own... Read more
Joy to the world! The Pantone Color Institute has selected its 2018 color of the year and it’s especially “florist friendly.” Last week the venerable design firm unveiled its new pick, “Ultr... Read more
Knowing what to charge wedding and event clients can be tricky. When retailers miscalculate, they risk not making a profit. Fortunately, help is on the way. “Creating a profitable event pack... Read more
Here’s a trend you’ve probably heard something about already: Most millennials aren’t dreaming of or investing in McMansions. (Maybe in the pages of Floral Management!) “Millennials prefer s... Read more
The landing place of the Mayflower and the Pilgrims, best-known for its clam chowder, fish and chips, baked beans and lobsters, is the next stop for the Society of American Florists’ 1-Day P... Read more
What is going on with the economy, and how can I position my floral business accordingly? Is now a good time to hire? Or buy a big-ticket item for the shop? If you find yourself struggling w... Read more