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Rent-to-own News - The Premier Companies Convention registration deadline this week

December 12, 2011

The hotel reservation deadline for The Premier Companies National Convention in Key West, Florida is Friday December 16th.

The convention, January 9-11 at the Casa Marina Resort in Key West, is set to be Premier's largest yet, with the event set to break all previous attendance records. Register for the convention here.

 
Attendees can enjoy a series of recreational and networking events, including a deep sea fishing outing, and a host of group breakout sessions and educational seminars catering to the specific needs of Premier franchisees.

Premier University opens for class Jan. 11 and seeks to cultivate Premier Employees and Franchisees with a unique learning environment to improve performance and achievements through knowledge.

Premier University is all "NEW" and ready to help Premier Locations be successful with new mobile tools, reports, defaults, new curriculums, and a few 2012 surprises.

"Franchisees are invited to attend, to learn, to be heard, to let us know what you think of your University and what feedback you have for us," said Laura Emerson of Premier Management Group. "Premier University is a valuable tool, and I personally ask that each franchisee attend to see what I am so proud of, life has a tendency to surprise you if you are listening, and if you are not beware of what you are missing." 

Session one includes:
 
Premier Management Group Presentation
 
Owneritis - Do You Have it? by Matt Baker

Long Term Planning for Illness or Death by Chip Earle

Session two includes:

How To Do a Little Better Today Than You Did Yesterday by Clyde Stutzman - Unlock your stores true potential through the power of suggestions. Learn the ancient Japanese technique that will show you how.

How Owning a Matured Store is Different Than a New Store by Mike Shuler - Shuler will discuss the differences between owning a mature store compared to a new store.

Understanding Your Financial Statements by Dan Whitsell, Whitsell and Company. Whitsell explains why it is important to understand your financial statement for legal reason and the best operations of your business.

Session three includes:

In-Store Sales - Your People and Their Sales Techniques by Tyra Johnson, Manager in Training, Dayton, OH - Johnson will discuss In-store sales vs Telephone sales. How to convert shoppers into customers while promoting a pleasant, delightful vision.

Free Media - Are You Taking Advantage of It? by Scott Kinnear

Stop Wasting Your Marketing Dollars by Brandon Staples, Contact Point - A guide to measuring the effectiveness of your advertising.

Deep Sea Fishing:

Captain and owner Richard Gomez has dedicated his life to providing lifetime fishing memories to residents and visitors of Key West for over 25 years. Whether you have only a couple of hours or a couple of days, Captain Gomez will tailor your trip to the greatest odds of bagging a boat full of memories.

Either trolling for big game or live baiting, fishing the backwaters leave you with a sun-drenched satisfaction that is tough to top. Live the dream of every angler to fish the exciting gulf stream waters of the Keys with a genuine native guide. Stalk the elusive Marlin, Sailfish, Dolphin, Tuna, and Wahoo inthe deep blue waters of the Gulf-stream or try your luck closer to shore for tarpon, permit, and shark.

Deadline for hotel room reservations is Dec. 16. If you have any questions regarding the hotel room reservations, contact LarkinMott@premierrents.com



 
 

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In order to expand your customer base, you can learn a lot by observing your competitors. But first, you need to figure out just who they are. If you think your only competition is the rent-to-own store down the street, you’re not considering the bigger picture. APRO’s executive director offers a big-picture perspective.

 

A Review of Online Customer Complaints

by Ed Winn III

While rent-to-own companies have not cornered the market on negative reviews posted on consumer complaint websites, it’s no surprise that there are cyberspace beefs against RTO. APRO’s general counsel reviews some of them in search of a pattern and he considers appropriate response to online complaints.

 

Rent-to-Own Families, Part VIII

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