Industry Ideas & Insights
Helping You Build a Thriving Premium & Luxury Appliance Business
We talk to appliance dealers nearly every day and have been for the last decade. Those conversations give us unique insights into what a healthy business looks like and how successful dealers are growing their high-end business. We share many of our observations in our regular blog posts. Make sure you join our email list to have those insights delivered to your inbox monthly.
New Idea: Implementing Video Appointments
When you think about how to navigate the retail experience with customers while following the guidelines for social distancing, you have to consider things that are out of the box. Now might be the time to look at video appointments. We just walked through this...
Clear Communications to Consumers on Covid-19
None of us knows what the future holds, and while we hope and pray that things return to "normal" as soon as possible, nothing feels "normal" today. Acknowledging the unique circumstances as they are evolving, and addressing potential concerns of your clients is not...
Luxury’s Hot Sales Window
The Memorial Day sales window is a popular time for consumers, especially when they're seeking out deals on appliances. But is that the hot window for the premium and luxury dealer? Appliance manufacturers and independent dealers tend to hold their collective sales...
What Is the Perfect Premium/Luxury Brand?
Ask a consumer, ask a builder, ask a dealer and you'll get very different answers. Considering the longevity of Sub-Zero/Wolf and the dominant brand recognition that it carries, it can't be far from the top of the list. Mulling over the funding support, discounts, and...
Planning Marketing Funds Wisely with the Challenge of 2020
We meet quite a few premium dealers across the country. In those engagements, it seems that managing marketing funds and making the most of every dollar is a challenge. Even your best efforts go out the window when you have so many other issues screaming for your...
The Merry & Mindful Business Owner
As we all clean up and close out for the year, I have a few things on my mind. I want you to consider these three points because they can become benchmarks of where our heads and hearts are as leaders in business. Show Gratitude What did you do this year to express...
If You’ve Got It, Flaunt It: Showcase Your Expertise With B2B Content Marketing
We recently added several new writers to our team, and in doing so, we were very intentional in seeking out talent with a deep understanding of kitchen and interior design. One of them was even a kitchen designer in their previous professional life. Doing this brought...
Beyond the Showroom: Rethinking Luxury and Premium Selling
Before the spring of 2020, your showroom was a key part of your sales model. Appliance dealers used their funds to host events and draw people in to see their products in person. Manufacturers used the direct connections that come with showroom events to build their...
High-End Appliance Dealers: The Next Generation
Beginning in the 1970s, independent appliance dealers have enjoyed a great run. As family-owned businesses, they are often cornerstones in their communities. Everyone recognizes their name, and there is a lot of pride in having the second or even third generation...
Let’s Talk About Backorders … With Your Customers
In the premium appliance industry, we probably would all agree that “backorder” should be added to the list of overused business words from 2020 – along with, say, “WFH,” “pivot,” and “unprecedented.” In the past, your process probably involved a member of your sales...
What Is Your Real Gross Margin Number?
Did you notice any trends with your gross margin when working through your numbers from 2022? We work closely with independent appliance dealers in multiple markets across the U.S., and we have started to see a trend ourselves that uncovers a bigger conversation about...
Ease Backorder Concerns with These Positive Talking Points
At this point, most customers understand that supply chain issues will have an impact on the delivery schedule for new appliances. But they still may not be prepared for the reality of current timelines for high-end brands. With home improvement industry...
The Art of Connecting with Builders and Designers
Every dealer puts a different emphasis on their trade business. For some, builders and designers only make up a small percentage of their sales, but for others, trade professionals are a primary source of business. In our experience, the healthiest dealers are the...