by Chris Pickering | Apr 7, 2026 | LiquorPoint, Scaling Your Business
Independent liquor stores face unique challenges in today’s retail market. Competing with big-box chains and online alcohol delivery services requires a delicate balance of personalized service, operational efficiency, and carefully curated products. Yet some...
by Chris Pickering | Mar 25, 2026 | LiquorPoint, Scaling Your Business
When people think about improving liquor store operations, they usually think about pricing, product selection, or promotions. Hardware rarely gets the spotlight. But on the sales floor, it is often the difference between a smooth customer experience and a frustrating...
by Chris Pickering | Mar 6, 2026 | CannaPoint, GreenPoint, LiquorPoint, Scaling Your Business
For most dispensaries, 4/20 is the biggest sales day of the year. It is the cannabis industry’s version of Black Friday, and the stores that treat it that way tend to see the biggest returns. But the truth is that successful 4/20 sales rarely come from last minute...
by Chris Pickering | Feb 24, 2026 | Uncategorized
The holiday rush is behind you. Inventory has settled. The pace has slowed. This is the moment that separates reactive stores from strategic ones. While many retailers treat late February as a breather, the most profitable liquor stores treat it as a launchpad....
by Chris Pickering | Feb 5, 2026 | LiquorPoint, Scaling Your Business
If you made it through the holiday rush, first of all, congrats. November and December can feel like survival mode for liquor retailers. Long lines, nonstop ID checks, inventory flying off shelves, and staff doing their best to keep up. But once the dust settles, a...
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