ColumnistsSep 05, 2025
Peter Smith: A Lasting Lesson From Maurice Tempelsman Smith recalls a bit of wisdom the industry leader, who died last week, shared at a diamond conference years ago.
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ColumnistsAug 26, 2025
Back to School, Back to Style: Why August is Prime Time for Self-GiftingIn his latest column, Emmanuel Raheb shares tips for encouraging customers to treat themselves to new jewelry.
ColumnistsAug 12, 2025
Creative Connecting: How to Take a Better HeadshotColumnists Jen Cullen Williams and Duvall O’Steen share tips on how to elevate your professional image.
ColumnistsJul 22, 2025
The Gifting Gap: How to Market Jewelry Beyond the HolidaysEmmanuel Raheb shares the top five gifting moments outside of major holidays that jewelers should build marketing campaigns around.
ColumnistsJun 30, 2025
The Smart Lab: Why Q3 Is the Secret Weapon For Holiday Jewelry SalesThe best time to prepare for the holiday season is right now, according to columnist Emmanuel Raheb.
ColumnistsMay 20, 2025
Peter Smith: Leading Through ChangeCommunicating clearly with your staff is key to navigating turbulent times, writes columnist Peter Smith.
ColumnistsMar 25, 2025
The Smart Lab: Using Short-Form Videos to Sell More JewelryThe time to start experimenting with video content is now, writes columnist Emmanuel Raheb.
ColumnistsMar 18, 2025
Peter Smith: The Importance of Culture in HiringSmith explores why a qualified candidate might still not be right for the job.
ColumnistsJul 09, 2024
11 and ½ Thoughts on LeadershipFrom prioritizing “big rocks” to practicing transparency, Peter Smith explores what it takes to be an effective leader.
TrendsMay 05, 2023
Amanda’s Style File: Emerald DaydreamJewelers of America’s Amanda Gizzi is sharing the 16 emerald jewels she is dreaming of wearing in May.
ColumnistsNov 08, 2022
The Smart Lab: Last-Minute Tips to Boost Black Friday Jewelry SalesIt’s not too late to market Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals to kick off a fabulous holiday season, writes Emmanuel Raheb.
ColumnistsNov 01, 2022
10 Sales Tips for the Holiday SeasonThinking about your sales approach and implementing subtle changes can make a big difference in effectiveness, Peter Smith writes.
ColumnistsJul 05, 2022
Navigating the Headwinds: Is Your Business Ready?Columnist Peter Smith shares a prediction for the year ahead as the jewelry industry faces a possible slowdown.
ColumnistsJun 14, 2022
The Smart Lab: The Importance of Page Speed OptimizationA fast website helps land sales, writes Smart Age Solutions founder and CEO Emmanuel Raheb.
ColumnistsMay 31, 2022
Squirrel Spotting: Growing Your Business When Unit Sales PeakDiscount less and sell more expensive products, Peter Smith writes.
SourcingFeb 09, 2022
Pat Henneberry Joins Rapaport as Chief Business OfficerHenneberry has decades of experience in diamond sales and sales training and helmed her own consulting company as “The Jewelry Coach.”
TrendsDec 29, 2021
Amanda’s Style File: Disco InfernoThese 10 shining jewels will help usher in a new year.
ColumnistsDec 29, 2021
On Data: The Third Week of DecemberSherry Smith shares independent jewelers’ sales figures for the third week of the month.
ColumnistsDec 16, 2021
On Data: The Second Week of December Sherry Smith shares the numbers on independent jewelers’ sales from Dec. 8 to 14.
ColumnistsDec 14, 2021
On Data: The First 7 Days of DecemberSherry Smith shares data on independent jewelers’ sales for the first week of the month.
ColumnistsDec 07, 2021
On Data: Jewelry Sales Soared in NovemberAll categories showed strength, but diamonds led the way, Sherry Smith writes in her latest column.
ColumnistsNov 23, 2021
When Did You Know You Wanted To Be in Sales?A question from an astute young relative has Peter Smith pondering this question in his latest column.
ColumnistsNov 16, 2021
Reddit 101: How Jewelers Can Engage With Younger Customers In their latest Creative Connecting column, Duvall O’Steen and Jen Cullen Williams share tips for using the popular discussion site.
ColumnistsNov 10, 2021
The Smart Lab: 5 Marketing Mistakes to Avoid This Holiday SeasonJewelers need to check their marketing plans twice to ensure they’re not making any of these errors, Emmanuel Raheb writes.
ColumnistsOct 21, 2021
Squirrel Spotting: It’s a Diamond Moment!It’s no doubt diamond sales are booming, but why? Peter Smith explores the complicated reasons why consumers want the stones right now.
