I really think they are going to take the markets that are traffic friendly and downsize the stores to the 15000 sq ft size and become more profitable. Currently working in a 30,000 + sq ft store and it is becoming operationally impossible to keep heads above water. Too much inventory going in and out every month when if they just reduced inventory levels of the same item we would be more efficient all the way around. I work with a group of great people that work very hard and will continue to work hard until we can't. I want this store to succeed because I believe the store is a great place to meet and hangout but corporate has to understand that people need assurance.
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B&N isn't going to be around long enough to build small stores. Start looking for a new job because sales are horrific and if we make it to Christmas, it'll be a miracle. Morale is at an all time low and no one is buying anything.