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The Mattress Store tackles unique challenges with optimism

One of the most interesting things about mattress retail is the people who take it…

Wildcat Mattress’ Robert Workman talks selling massage chairs alongside mattresses

Robert Workman, president of Wildcat Mattress & Massage Chairs in Nicholasville, Kentucky, talks about how…

How to prepare for the annual disruption in productivity and mitigate ‘festive fallout’ 

It never ceases to amaze me how fast life gets at this time of year.…

Posh+Lavish thrives by focusing exclusively on brick-and-mortar retailers

In 2015, when brands like Casper, Tuft & Needle and Purple were disrupting the industry…

All American Mattress owner explains how to get involved with your community

All American Mattress owner Derrick Pratt explains how to get involved with your community by…

Navigating the cash discount conundrum in today’s economy

In the dynamic world of mattress retail, the age-old debate of whether to implement cash…

The new Top 10 list of online bedding companies by revenue

No one could have predicted that so much change and consolidation would happen in the…

All American Mattress embraces authenticity with less-is-more philosophy and a focus on purpose

Regardless of the economy, opening a new independent mattress store is an impressive feat for…

Therapedic’s Gerry Borreggine digs into mattress life and warranties

Therapedic International CEO Gerry Borreggine digs deep into the disconnect between mattress life — which…

Thinking of expanding your store’s social media channels? Here’s what you need to know

Remember CB radios from the ’70s? Breaker, breaker, little buddy, that’s a 10/4. We sent…