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Busy retail owners have been asking for an easier way to stay on top of feature launches and updates. So today we’re introducing The Check Out, a retail release by Square. It’s your home base for all things retail on Square — new products and features as well as updates to existing ones. Whether you're looking to elevate product photos, expand the types of products you sell, or just save time on monotonous retail tasks, you can now find out about all these tools and more at https://lnkd.in/g2nxQGXF

Come one, come all! We’re teaming up with RenderATL (Render Atlanta) this week for the annual Square Block Party. Join us for the fusion of tech and culture at Citizen Supply with live DJs, custom cocktails, meet the Square, Block, Cash App, TIDAL, and TBD teams, and shop some of Atlanta’s best local brands and small businesses. The Block Party is open to everyone, even if you’re not attending #RenderATL, so rally your crew. We’ll see you there!

Getting a business license is the first step to opening your doors to your community and it can be accomplished in six simple steps: 📜 Register your business with the state 🏬 Choose a structure that suits your needs 🗃️ Gather necessary paperwork including tax IDs and property documents 📍 Check local requirements to ensure you meet regulations 🪪 Submit your application and pay applicable fees 🖼️ Display your license prominently Learn more about obtaining your business license and other steps here:

We can't wait to be back in Atlanta next week! 🍑 Catch our team on stage and make sure to swing by the annual Square Block Party at Citizen Supply.

Keeping your team trained on the newest trends and treatments can give you a competitive edge by attracting new clients and retaining your loyal clientele. From embedding training from day one, to exploring external training opportunities, and staying current with industry news, here’s how you can boost client retention and increase profits at your salon or spa.

Our partner, Appointedd, helps customers like Liberty of London elevate the customer experience. Appointedd's seamless booking platform lets customers secure appointments, manage payments through Square, and enjoy a smooth in-store experience.

As summer approaches, restaurants are gearing up for the busiest season. Warmer weather and longer evenings mean more customers flocking to patios and dining rooms. To understand how restaurant leaders are preparing, we surveyed 151 industry leaders from Charlotte, St. Louis, and Sacramento. Key insights include: 📈 Increased In-Person Dining: More diners are expected compared to last year. 🥯 Menu Innovations: Expect to see trendy items like kombucha, turmeric ginger, and scooped bagels  ⚙️ Enhanced Technology: 60% of leaders are investing in technology to streamline operations. 🗓️ Adapted Staffing and Layouts: Restaurants are adjusting staffing schedules and expanding outdoor seating to accommodate increased demand. 🧀 Appetizers Gaining Popularity: Expect items like charcuterie boards to become more favored than full meals 🍓 Getting Ahead of Supply Issues: Leaders are teaming up with local suppliers and using inventory management tools like the Square Dashboard for real-time insights Summer 2024 will be bustling. Here’s a full look into upcoming trends and tips to prep your menu and team: https://lnkd.in/eZ7UwPna

A day at the spa? Sounds nice. A day at the beer spa? Sounds really, really nice 🍺 Welcome to Oakwell Beer Spa, a Denver-based spa that’s home to their signature Beer Therapy™ treatment: a cedar hydrotherapy tub, full-spectrum infrared sauna, rain shower, relaxation deck, and (you guessed it) craft beer on tap. Oakwell recently expanded Its offerings for beer fans to enjoy their sudsy luxuries from home, launching a line of beer-infused bath products, lotions, hair masks, and more. The result? A 40% increase in year-over-year retail sales. “By opening and launching Oakwell Cosmetics, it’s allowed us to tap into a much broader audience,” says Jessica French co-owner of Oakwell Beer Spa. “People that aren’t able to come to the spa, whether it’s for financial reasons or because they’re not located nearby.” Learn how Oakwell Beer Spa expanded beyond its IRL experience: