by Annie Dameworth | May 1, 2026 | Operational Insights
By Jeremy Melnick What’s the shortest amount of time a new hire has lasted on the salesfloor before quitting or being fired? A month? A week? A day? An hour? For me, it was 10 minutes. “I don’t sweep or dust,” the new associate said. That sentence ended the shift and...
by Annie Dameworth | May 1, 2026 | Operational Insights
According to the Q1 2026 Farnsworth Contractor Index conducted by The Farnsworth Group, finishing professionals are already showing confidence about business activity and revenue impact in 2026. Paint & Decorating Retailer broke down the data from the study,...
by Annie Dameworth | May 1, 2026 | Trends & Products
Staying in tune with the best options in the abrasives and sanding tool categories is an essential practice for retailers who offer a full range of painting supplies. By strategically organizing products, prioritizing quality and leveraging customer feedback in this...
by Annie Dameworth | Apr 30, 2026 | Industry News
As the only event uniting the entire independent channel, the 2026 Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI) promises to deliver practical takeaways, interaction with top industry vendors and chances to connect. Taking place July 29-30 at the JW Marriott Orlando...
by Annie Dameworth | Apr 29, 2026 | Industry News
PPG and Sherwin-Williams released financial results for the first quarter of 2026 with both reporting strong growth despite economic and global pressures impacting in the first three months of the year. Sherwin-Williams The Sherwin-Williams Company reported a 6.8%...
