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| Tuesday, March 21, 2006 
Please take a moment to complete our survey. We want to know how you use this newsletter and what we can do to make it most useful for you. To take the survey, click here. Don't forget to collect email addresses. Here's a sample form for you to use. Simply print this out and keep it at the counter. Designate an employee to record the addresses in Excel or some easy-to-use program so that when you're ready to send an email campaign, the addresses will be available. This week's question (Email me your feedback and you will receive a gift coupon toward a GemFind service of your choice): What promotions do you typically do in March? |
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What's not to like? Email campaigns can work for you. We are offering serveral special programs to get you started. Email me and I'd be happy to design a program that fits your needs. Plan now for the holidays. |
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| Survey: Young and wealthy research and buy online
National Jeweler MARCH 17, 2006 - New York -- A majority of well-heeled shoppers rely on the Internet to research products prior to purchase, finds a new survey, and many buy online, as well. More |
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New conference serves smaller-scale jewelers
National Jeweler MARCH 16, 2006 - Albuquerque, N.M. -- In collaboration with Bench Media, Ganoksin (parent to the Orchid Forums), Manufacturing Jewelers and Suppliers of America (MJSA) and The Society of North American Goldsmiths (SNAG), Rio Grande has announced a new educational conference targeting small manufacturers, metalsmiths, designing jewelers and bench jewelers. More |
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| Report Calls for Investigation into Illegal Brazil Diamond Trade
Professional Jeweler Following the arrest of 10 people involved in Brazil's diamond industry last month, a group monitoring the illegal trade of diamonds has issued a report calling for the halt of diamond exports from the country and an investigation into Brazil's inspection system, according to the Financial Times. More |
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Jewelry Industry Statistics: Jewelry Stores Overview: Industry Center - Financial data, performance and profile information for the Jewelry Stores. More |
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GF Gift Registry - Set up your own privately branded bridal registry or even a full blown gift registry online. Add a registry into your website and not only keep your customers coming back, but introduce your customers' gift-giving friends to your website when they visit the registry. More Gemfind can help you with all aspects of the website development process. Best of all, Gemfind works only with the jewelry industry, so they understand the needs specific to you. To learn more about Gemfind web development services and to view more samples, click here or call 800-373-4373. Don't put off until tomorrow what you can do today.
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Sales Training is Not Only for Salespeople
by Paul Christ, KnowThis.com - March 2006 Here’s a quick question: Which of the following mental images comes closest to what you think about when you hear that someone’s job involves “selling”? More Key Retail Reports, Sales, Surveys, Studies and News More
We need your help We have been asked to publicize this photo of a diamond and ruby ring which is of interest in a “cold case” involving the investigation of a 1977 homicide. If you have any information about this ring, including its origin or manufacture, please contact Commander Scott Steward of the Glenview , IL Police Department at 847-729-5000 ext. 4423. All information will be kept confidential.
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| Don’t Give ‘Em A Break
B W Simon / E-Bench Setting gemstones is an important function for Bench Jewelers. Being able to do so without damaging the stones is essential. The following tips will help make this task easier. Always use a lubricant on burs when cutting seats. This will make smoother cuts and extend the bur’s life. Solid wax-based lubricants are handy to use and are less messy. More |
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