For small business owners, the holidays really can be the most wonderful time of the year: For retailers in particular, purchases surrounding winter festivities can account for nearly half of yearly sales, according to reporting from AP News. As lucrative as it can be, however, that boom can also lead to intense holiday stress. A sudden onslaught of customers can mean increased work hours, more complicated logistics and general chaos for small business owners and their teams.
Fortunately, with a little bit of forethought and planning, it’s possible to reduce your overall stress level this holiday — even while enjoying the increased hustle and bustle in your business.
