Retail Shoe Salesmanship
eBook - ePub

Retail Shoe Salesmanship

  1. English
  2. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  3. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

Retail Shoe Salesmanship

About this book

Retail Shoe Salesmanship is a comprehensive guide designed to elevate the skills and knowledge of shoe salespeople, first published in the early 20th century. This book delves into the art and science of selling footwear, offering practical advice and detailed instruction on every aspect of the retail shoe business. It covers essential topics such as understanding foot anatomy, proper shoe fitting, and the importance of customer service. The book emphasizes the significance of product knowledge, teaching salespeople how to identify different types of shoes, materials, and construction methods, and how to communicate these features effectively to customers. In addition to technical information, Retail Shoe Salesmanship explores the psychology of sales, providing strategies for building rapport, handling objections, and closing sales with confidence. The author discusses the importance of personal appearance, store presentation, and the role of advertising and display in attracting and retaining customers. Real-world scenarios and dialogues are included to illustrate best practices and common pitfalls in shoe sales. Aimed at both novice and experienced salespeople, as well as store managers and owners, this book serves as a valuable training manual and reference. It reflects the retail environment of its time while offering timeless principles that remain relevant in today's customer-focused marketplace. With its thorough approach and practical insights, Retail Shoe Salesmanship is an indispensable resource for anyone seeking success in the retail footwear industry.

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Table of contents

  1. RETAIL SHOE SALESMANSHIP
  2. PREFACE
  3. TABLE OF CONTENTS
  4. CHAPTER I THE FIELD OF RETAIL SELLING
  5. CHAPTER II RELATION OF THE MAN TO HIS JOB
  6. CHAPTER III HEALTH AN IMPORTANT FACTOR
  7. CHAPTER IV ENTHUSIASM WITH HONESTY
  8. CHAPTER V THE CUSTOMER AS THE SALESMAN’S GUEST
  9. CHAPTER VI TAKING AN INTEREST IN THE CUSTOMER
  10. CHAPTER VII DIFFERENT TYPES OF CUSTOMERS
  11. CHAPTER VIII DIFFERENT TYPES OF CUSTOMERS (Continued)
  12. CHAPTER IX SHOWING THE GOODS
  13. CHAPTER X KNOWLEDGE OF THE STOCK
  14. CHAPTER XI MONEY VALUE OF IDEAS
  15. CHAPTER XII THE SALESMAN’S RESPONSIBILITY
  16. TRANSCRIBER’S NOTES