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Assignment: Practices and Strategies

The following Course Outcome is assessed in this Assignment:

AB102-4: Discuss retail management practices and strategies.

Over the last several weeks, you had the opportunity to learn about retail management practices and strategies. For instance, one of the manager's jobs is to motivate and inspire employees. Certain companies are known for their morning cheer, while other companies like Home Depot have provided an employee stock ownership plan. In addition, managers need to come up with a strategic plan for accomplishing their goals. They must be role models for employees and hire the best employees for the organization.

From the readings, discuss the best practices and strategies used by retail managers. Make sure to discuss topics previously mentioned such as motivating employees, strategic planning, providing world-class service, leadership, and employee recruitment. In each case, provide a specific example.

Checklist: 1. Describe retail managers' best practices.

2. Summarize strategies used by retail managers including: motivation, strategic planning, leadership, and recruitment.

3. Provide an example of each of the strategies you mention for #2.

In a minimum of 2 double-spaced, typed pages in 12-point font (Times New Roman), respond to the questions. Be sure to include references for any resources you use in an additional page.

Before you submit your Project, you should save your work on your computer in a location and with a name that you will remember. Make sure your Project is in a Word document. Then, when you are ready, you may submit it to the "Unit 8 Assignment" Dropbox. Please use APA format.

APA requirements

1. Title page

2. Reference page

3. 12 pt. font - New Times Roman

4. Double-spaced

5. Citations

For additional help with writing or APA, go to the Academic Writer and the Academic Success Center (formerly the Academic Support Center), both located in the Academic Tools area of the course.