With unemployment low and the economy thriving, retailers are experiencing challenges in hiring and retaining in-store employees, making it harder to meet demand even as consumer spending continues to ...

In retail, maintaining a knowledgeable, capable and well-trained workforce is a key factor in success, especially in categories with tight competition. At the same time, it’s a major challenge for ...

Although it’s becoming increasingly accepted that retailers must give their employees a reason to stay (beyond just a paycheck) if they want to improve their culture and ultimately provide an ...

Forbes contributor Richard Kestenbaum suggests that entry-level retail may now require a significant AI skillset for newcomers. Will this change the nature of said employment?

Many people think of retail as a simple starting point, but the field covers far more than standing at a counter. If you’ve ever wondered what is a retail job, what stores expect from employees, or ...

Part-time employment gives you the free time to pursue other endeavors such as studying, volunteering, starting a business, or you may already have a full-time job and need to supplement your income.

Skills gained in retail jobs are applicable in a variety of careers and jobs. The key to successfully completing job applications is connecting your retail skills and experience to the skills required ...

Many people shy away from retail jobs because they think they pay minimum wage. However, most retail jobs pay upwards of $20, which is above the minimum wage of $7.25 per hour. The best part about ...

I worked in retail all throughout high school—the Gap, the local supermarket, the two local sporting goods stores and the jeans store at the mall—and I can confidently say it's a tough environment.

Editor's note: The following is a guest post by Evan Armstrong, vice president of government affairs for the Retail Industry Leaders Association. Opinions are his own. While headlines proclaim the ...