Armand Lobato

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We’ve all heard the expression, “You only get one chance to make a good first impression.” I venture to say that’s not entirely true. Here’s why.
I was sorting through files when Russ T. Blade peeked out from behind the monitor. “Rusty,” as regular readers know, is the miniature, imaginary produce manager who appears occasionally to talk shop.
Advertised produce specials, or “ads,” have always been powerful marketing tools. Exactly how is not always so clear.
A seasoned produce supervisor walks the warehouse with a keen eye, noting commodities or labels they’ll see later in the week when visiting store locations.
So, you talk the talk. Do you walk the walk?
Years ago, I, along with another produce specialist, supervised a 66-store chain.
When I stop into just about any retail or service operation, chances are I’m going to encounter “the trainee.”
The recent Tops supermarket shooting brings to mind memories of my one-time coworker Dan, who was, sadly, also shot and killed 27 years ago in the grocery store where he worked.
Help the customer out ... get your products on the shelves.
Just as going through the motions in courses may not accomplish much, the same can be said for the produce aisle.